At DC Martial Arts Academy we offer the absolute finest Martial Arts instruction available. Our instructors have over 80 yeas of combined experience and have developed arguably the most efficient and practical Martial Arts program in existence.
Our students learn a diverse curriculum of modern and traditional Karate, Tae-Kwon Do, Jiu Jitsu and other forms of martial arts and self-defense techniques, providing them with a full range of self-defense options. A strong emphasis on physical conditioning, mental discipline and appreciation for respect are an integral part of our program. All students learn the responsibilities of the knowledge they are gaining and understand that the techniques taught at DC Martial Arts are strictly for self-defense. Our system has been battle-tested in street combat, tournaments, and professional sports.
Our kids classes are open to students between the ages of 5 and 13. Tae-kwon-do instruction offers great benefits for children: they develop increased agility, core strength, balance, coordination, and they often become more focused, more respectful and more confident in themselves.
The benefits of our program extend beyond Martial Arts. Our instructors monitor the academic performance of our students under 21, ensuring they make the most of their abilities and strive for excellence in all areas of their lives.
Our program is designed to offer reachable goals at every level. This targetted approach keeps children motivated and interested in tae-kwon-do, and allows our instructors to instill the "non-quitting" spirit in our students.
Our adult classes are open to students over the age of 13. For adults, tae-kwon do offers improved agility, flexibility, strength, balance and coordination. You will experience improved conditioning and will learn valuable self-defense techniques. Tae-Kwon-Do is also a great family activity: we have a number of families who have practiced together throughout the years, and who have achieved their black belt together.
Our tae-kwon-do tots program is a fun program designed for children between the ages of 3 to 5. Our program focuses on preparing young children for tae-kwon training by teaching them coordination, balance and agility through fun activities.
All students must qualify for registration by participating in a FREE trial class. This class will let them experience the program to determine their level of interest and allow the Instructors to evaluate each new student and determine their eligibility for enrollment.
There is no need to call ahead, you can simply show up to one of scheduled trial classes. We offer trial classes several times a week, as follows:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Children
4:50 PM
4:00 PM
4:50 PM
5:40 PM
N/A
9:30 AM
Adults
6:30 PM
7:20 PM
6:30 PM
7:20 PM
N/A
9:30 AM
Simply arrive a few minutes early, wearing clothing suitable for exercise (you will have to remove your shoes and socks for class).
All new students automatially enroll in our Red Belt program. The Red Belt program is designed to begin teaching the basic techniques, conditioning and development of a positive mental attitude. Once a student has developed the “Non-Quitting” spirit, they will be eligible to join the coveted Black Belt Club.
The Black Belt Club is for students who are ready to make the commitment to train until they reach their Black Belt. We here at D.C Martial Arts Academy take this qualification very seriously. Students must display the “Non-Quitting” spirit before they will admitted into the Black Belt Club.
At the Academy we have a number of ways to help you augment your training. One of them is tutoring. All Black Belts are REQUIRED to tutor lower belts. These tutoring sessions are provided FREE OF CHARGE and are arranged at the mutual convenience of the student and the Black Belt tutor. Please log into the "Students" section of the website for a list of available tutors and their contact information.
