Martial Arts Schools near Herndon

“We have had a wonderful experience with Master Adam at Sterner's Tae Kwon Do Academy for the last several years. The environment is warm and welcoming, and there is space for humans who learn in many different ways, from traditional to more neurodivergent. It is obvious that everyone is welcome and can grow and learn here. Master Adam somehow remembers every student and treats every parent and child with kindness and respect while teaching them integrity, humility and perserverence as well as martial arts skills. Highly recommend :)“

“Overall amazing experience! The studio is very clean and the staff are incredibly talented teachers and very kind people!!“

“Wonderful experience. Polite and friendly staff. My LO loves going there ever since she joined. She is excited for her upcoming classes.“

“Kids have lot of fun. All instructors are patience and helpful. My kids love to go there.“

“Nice and humble instructor who really understands his craft. Very patient with the children. I highly recommend this location if you are looking for a taekwondo class!“

“Mr Houser is a great instructor, I do the adult kick boxing, self defense and family classes and I feel confident and strong.“

“Focus Family Academy offers a fantastic after school program! With so many days out of school, FFA has no shortage of fun camp days, often STEM based, with tons of activities for the kids to stay busy. My grandkids look forward to seeing and playing with their friends after school at FFA. The staff is very welcoming and supportive and the communication/ updates are great. Highly recommend!“

“Signing my daughter up for Master Lee’s Martial Arts this year was one of the best decisions I’ve made. She absolutely loves it, and the environment is always safe, positive, and supportive. I highly recommend this after-care program.“

“Joining Sparks Martial Arts Academy has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. The instructors are supportive, encouraging, and passionate about helping students reach their full potential. Every class is challenging, fun, and rewarding. I’ve gained confidence, improved my fitness, and learned valuable martial arts skills in a positive and respectful environment. I highly recommend Sparks Martial Arts Academy to anyone looking to grow both physically and mentally.” 🥋💪“

“This is the best place to learn Taekwondo in Centreville!
Being trained by a world champion is DIFFERENT!!!!“

“Mr. Tue, Ms. Cecilia and Mr. Randolph are great instructors and my kids are having a great time at camp.“

“Having lived and worked all over the country, I’ve trained at numerous gyms under many different coaches. I can honestly say Capital MMA-Dulles is top-notch. Whether you want to lose a few pounds or get serious and step into the ring/cage, this place has it all. On top of the high-level training, it’s a very friendly, welcoming, and family-oriented environment. Highly recommend!“

“This place is a phenomenal academy for martial arts with a great group and awesome head coach in Sean Stoopman who truly loves and cares about martial arts as well as his students the class structure is great and they are extremely welcoming to martial artist looking to cross train or drop in if you live in the northern Virginia area definitely stop in.“

“One take is more than 5 stars its the place where friendship kindness and respect is made and to do techniques that will help you when your in places you don't know how to handle or wanna dance for fun but most of the owners are nice and kind people you definitely want in your life i personally love One take i definitely recommend.“

“I have been training Shoshin Ryu for several years. It has helped me in many ways including some not directly related to martial arts. As well as improving fitness and the confidence that having an effective self defense capability brings it has instilled discipline and a positive outlook. I have also made friends with a diverse and inspiring group of people. Regardless of your age or ability Shoshin Ryu will benefit you in a safe, collaborative and supportive environment. Sensei Hollowell is a truly outstanding and inspiring instructor who is always ready to help you achieve your goals..“

“My daughter has been attending Kwon’s Champion School for the past four years, and I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience. Over that time, I have watched her grow tremendously—not only in her physical strength and athletic abilities, but also in her confidence, discipline, and mental resilience. Most importantly, she genuinely loves going there.

One of the things I appreciate most is the variety of programs they offer. Their after-school program has been incredibly convenient for our family, and their camp programs are outstanding. The camps provide a great balance of physical activity, learning opportunities, and fun experiences that keep kids engaged and excited.

What truly sets Kwon’s Champion School apart is the staff. Every instructor and team member is kind, patient, and genuinely invested in the children’s success and well being. They create a positive, supportive environment where kids feel encouraged and valued. As a parent, there is nothing more reassuring than knowing your child is safe, happy, and cared for.

We are so grateful to be part of the Kwon’s Champion School family and highly recommend it to any parent looking for a place where their child can thrive both physically and personally.“

“This place is amazing my son love and is very safe and the staff is very friendly and very kind.“

“The best place to learn self defense and make new friends. I love this place dearly and have developed so much confidence since joining. They are the most inclusive martial arts gym in this area. They teach women using the 500 Rising curriculum which is the best in the country.
I recommend if you're curious to do a trial class or a first Friday.“

“My child attends the after-school program at Highkicks Taekwondo, we’ve been extremely happy with it. my child enjoys coming here, and that means everything to me.
Highly recommended!“

“This studio is such a find! We tried another martial arts program in the area and found it so impersonal and robotic. Coach Dante, Coach Antonio, and the rest of the staff go above and beyond with their students, building their confidence and encouraging them to push themselves. They also make sure the kids still have fun. This is the first sports program our son is excited to attend every week and it's been awesome to watch him participate. The studio itself was a little hard to track down with Google maps but it's worth seeking out.“

“I visited Fairfax Jiu-Jitsu during an open mat after being invited by a close friend who trains there.

I had a phenomenal experience. Everyone was incredibly welcoming and friendly, and the level of jiu-jitsu was both high-level and intense. Training partners were clearly pushing their limits while maintaining a safe and respectful environment while taking care of each other. The atmosphere was outstanding.

I also had the pleasure of meeting Professor Mark, who was very friendly, highly knowledgeable, and made me feel completely welcome.

The academy has a brand-new location with new mats and plenty of training space. Fairfax Jiu-Jitsu is an excellent place to learn, train hard, and challenge yourself.“

“There are probably eight taekwondo academies between my house and this place, and it’s about a 30-minute drive each way. The fact that I still choose to make that trip three times a week to take my son speaks volumes about the facility and Master Alex. Master Alex rocks!!“

“We’ve been going to Lead by Example Taekwondo in Great Falls for almost two years now, and we absolutely love it! My daughter has learned so much, not just about taekwondo, but also about discipline, perseverance, and hard work. Mr. Andrew is such an amazing coach, he really cares about his students and makes every class fun and engaging. The kids especially love the dodgeball games at the end of class! All the other coaches are great too, always so supportive and encouraging. Mrs. Earlina is the sweetest, she makes everyone feel so welcome and like part of the family. It’s honestly such a wonderful place for kids to grow, learn, and have a blast. We couldn’t be happier here and highly recommend it to anyone!“

“mountain kim martial arts has been one of the best decisions ive made in my life. ive been coming here for almost 10 years now and growing up with learning taekwondo has been life changing.

not only did i learn taekwondo here, i also learned discipline along with respect. i used to be a pretty loud kid, however when i was in class, i became focused to learn. the instructors here all have the student’s best interest at heart and will always try their absolute best to help them get better while still pushing them enough so that it is not too easy. not only do they teach taekwondo, however also help overall physical condition, helping to stay healthy.

taekwondo ended up being my main sport and this place is the reason i kept going. being here has given me tons of positive experiences and friendships. i couldnt have been more grateful for the instructors, and growth this place has given me.“

“The instructors at Great Falls Budokan are top tier. The impact of the training has been life changing.

Come and experience a training session to understand the potential for yourself.“

“It’s hard to find a better Taekwondo school for kids than Tigerden. The children absolutely love it, and the Masters are very professional. Each class is well-organized, and they do a great job helping kids learn while having fun. All the Taekwondo Masters and staff are kind and do their best to help the kids grow and improve. I highly recommend this place!“

“Oriental Sports Academy is an excellent martial arts school that serves all ages, from young children to teens to adults. The school teaches four Korean martial arts styles: Taekwondo, Judo, Hapkido, and Sword. It has a before and after school program for kids, as well as summer, winter, and spring break day camps. There are numerous social events that help the students, families, and staff connect with each other, and additional special training opportunities are available. I earned my black belt in Hapkido here, and now my son is learning Taekwondo. We both love OSA!“