Martial Arts Schools near Ellicott City

“We have been part of this Tiger World Taekwondo school for 6 years, and it has been an amazing experience for our family! The masters are dedicated, supportive, and truly care about each student’s growth. A huge thank you to Master Shin, Master Chong and Master Daniel!
The training is both challenging and rewarding, helping students build strength, fitness, and confidence. We are incredibly grateful for the strong values and life lessons taught here every day. I highly recommend this school to any family!“

“Amazing people. Took my daughter when she was younger. She loved it. Training was on point and she learned life skills to last a lifetime. Thank you for those wonderful memories.“

“My son has had an amazing experience here! Since starting martial arts, I’ve seen tremendous growth in his strength, endurance, confidence, and overall attitude. One of the biggest changes has been in how he handles challenges. He used to become frustrated and cry when things were difficult, but now he approaches obstacles with determination and a willingness to keep trying.
The instructors do an excellent job of encouraging the students while still holding them to high standards. They create a positive, supportive environment where children can grow both physically and mentally.
Most importantly, my son absolutely loves coming to class. He looks forward to every session and is always excited to show off what he’s learned. As a parent, it’s been wonderful to watch him become more confident, disciplined, and resilient. I highly recommend this program to any family looking for a positive activity that builds character, confidence, and life skills. ❤🥋“

“My teenager just started here and he loves it! Supportive environment teaching skills that will help him get fit and defend himself in a scary situation, which brings peace of mind.“

“I have been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for nearly 15 years, and after visiting many gyms in the DMV area, Crazy 88 stands out. The instruction is technical and well structured, and the culture on the mats is focused but respectful. The coaching staff has strong competitive experience, and that shows in the details they emphasize in class. Whether you are a beginner or preparing for competition, you are pushed to improve in a positive environment.

They also have a great after school kids program. My own children train there recreationally and have had a very positive experience, while more serious students have access to competition focused classes. The facility is clean, well run, and professional. After trying several gyms in the area, this is the one I would confidently recommend.

They even provide convenient amenities like towels, showers, shampoo, and soap, which makes it easy to train before or after work.“

“Such a great place to learn about karate and practical life lessons! And we have such an awesome community that I've never experienced anywhere else“

“Our son started karate when we needed an afterschool program, we needed something quick that worked with us. What we didn’t know is that we were gaining a family and he was gaining valuable skills that are helping grow into an amazing, intelligent little man. He still has so much to learn but it gives us peace knowing we have a little village at MBK.“

“Baltimore Taekwondo ? is the place to train if you want more than an after school program. If you are looking for your child to have an environment of discipline, respect, perseverance, learn self defense and train to be a champion, Dan DeArmas and Baltimore Taekwondo is the best in the area.“

“All of the staff care a great deal about their students and spend so much of their time thinking about each one's journey and how to help them reach their goals. Whether you're an adult or a parent, this is a phenomenal place for martial arts training. Master Huang is a professional. This place is an investment that pays ten-fold for self-confidence, manners, and physical fitness. It's hard to find a community as supportive and encouraging as this one.“

“I attended the original school some years back. I looked over the instructors there now and can definitely recommend USJGMA, especially the lead instructor Sifu Alex.“

“Awesome place for people of all ages and skill levels to learn martial arts and join an awesome community!“

“This is a great welcoming club. Through exceptional instruction and trainings students learn Shotokan karate embracing tradition and proper technique. Definitely the place to be if you want to learn and enjoy practicing this martial art.“

“Great class, great teacher, he’s methodical and practices form very well and thoroughly, as well as sword and staff, and elements of qigong within the style. Which qigong is very important for actual body health and dynamics. Ba Gua and Tai Chi are both internal style martial arts, if there is no qigong then it’s not internal. And true strength comes from that not just muscle. Sadly those that don’t know, just don’t know.
Tai Chi- great class , mostly older folks (men and more so women), that have been in class for over 12 years. Myself included, great form and technique. One should definitely stop in for a class.
Ba Gua- excellent class great form and technique, great with weapons, qigong mixed into the class not every class but throughout the year does segments on qigong, because again, this is an internal art. Again most of his students we’ve been here for over a decade or so. He is thoughtful and patient to show proper technique and form. And classmates are great to support this. Not sure about that 1 star. I studied Aikido for 25 years prior, still do on occasion and I’ve never had anyone here make fun of me or push me out because of it. Not sure who that was, but that may be a perception issue with that individual. Many of us here have studied other martial arts before coming to Ba Gua.

Anyways I cannot recommend. Sifu Greg enough. Very friendly, very knowable, great form and technique. Good seminars throughout the year too! I’ve always thought, what better way to get a good workout and learn to defend yourself!!“

“This man is Iconic! His father trained with Bruce Lee! M.O. is a beast! He was my instructor so very long ago and he has impacted my life more than he knows! His wife is a beast too! I was someone with a lot of power and skill and he saw great things in me! He was willing to teach and train me for the Olympics, however I found out I had lupus and I allowed that to cause me to stop a lot of things in my life! I was going to fight Aug 2nd 2025 Street Beef just to honor MO! However my mom got sick and she passed July 16 2025! Aug 2nd is her bday! I owe this man everything! I hope I can tap back in just for him! He's a great teacher for all ages and genders! I think about this man often and still have a $30 sweatshirt 20 yrs later! I remember Everything he taught me! I remember how much he and his wife really love All the students! I encourage parents to check him out! You will not be disappointed! Thank you so very much sir! I'm am sincerely sorry I let you down! I'm willing to train again just to get your name our there! Glad your still in MD and not Florida! I miss you guys so very much! I will help do anything you need from me! I owe you that! I have seen 1 negative review that does not sit well with me! I have never heard MO speak negative about anyone and nor have I ever heard him pressure people for money! I went to a place i had a membership for, and purchased a new toilet and sink with $ he gave for it! We also cleaned after every class! He fixes all issues in a timely manner! I have never seen anyone uncomfortable in his class! I have 50M on Google with me reviews! I'm am consider an expert reviewer, title Google gave me due to me decades of reviews and high # of views! I'm put all truths in my reviews! If someone has a problem please make him aware rather than trying to take his business down! This man had worked hard, this is he and his dad's life work! I will never allow anyone to take him down! Please be honest!“

“I found Integrity Martial Arts here on Google and Decided to sign my kids up and I don’t regret making this decision at all. My 11 yr old daughter and 8yr old son have gained so much confidence and learned so much and a short period of time. My son improved his grades and is now more confident of him self then ever. He’s learned in Integrity that if he wants something and works hard for it he will get it. Thank you Integrity Martial Arts ?,Mr. Frost and all the wonderful instructors who have become family.“

“My personal and honest opinion.. At beginning I thought it would not last for long for me but I was wrong.. Scott is a professional teacher and a leader more than a instructor.. He communicates with every single person in the class and tries to make the process right - even if you fail at first, he pushes you up and teaches you the way it needs to be..

If you want to start Thai Box you dont need to research and waste your time, this is the place you need to enroll the program..

It would be perfect if we had heavy bags, it is the only reason a star had cut off..“

“My Son has been attending Alpha for almost a year now. Mostly all of the instructors are AWESOME! We’ve never had any real issues. I enjoy the class sizes, not to small not to big. They do follow the school systems schedule like most places and has after care for locals. Pricing is fair as well.“