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Positive Impact Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Potomac, Maryland
Plan your first class
- Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes (ages 4–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
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- Website & schedule positiveimpactma.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 301-299-7500
Hours
| Monday | 1–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 1–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 1–8 pm |
| Thursday | 1–8 pm |
| Friday | 1–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–4 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We've seen him grow from trembling before his first ever tournament into a kid who can't wait to confidently march onto the mat to show the judges just what he can do.”
“He has been going for 4+ years, moving from beginner to advanced, gaining skills and discipline at each level.”
“I have greatly improved in strength, balance, fitness, knowledge of martial arts and sparring techniques over the past several years.”
“Anyone interested in comprehensive health improvement through various self-defense, personal development and fitness activities will find a welcoming environment here.”
Other martial arts here
“Our kids have been coming to Positive Impact Martial Arts for taekwondo classes since the past few months now.”
“Anyone interested in comprehensive health improvement through various self-defense, personal development and fitness activities will find a welcoming environment here.”
What students say
“Anyone interested in comprehensive health improvement through various self-defense, personal development and fitness activities will find a welcoming environment here.”
“My family and I are very happy to have found Positive Impact Martial Arts and my daughter (11) and son (8) love going here.”
“I have greatly improved in strength, balance, fitness, knowledge of martial arts and sparring techniques over the past several years.”
“We've seen him grow from trembling before his first ever tournament into a kid who can't wait to confidently march onto the mat to show the judges just what he can do.”
“He learned about discipline and how to respect, as well as self confidence when he receives strips and new belt.”
From the reviews
I hobbled into the dojang over 10 years ago with my oldest daughter to give her something to do. Next thing I knew, we started a journey together to Black Belt. Back doing it with my other daughter. Master Maye doesn't only teach the martial arts skills, but develops kids in social skills for what the future brings.
Our kids have been coming to Positive Impact Martial Arts for taekwondo classes since the past few months now. They are strict with following COVID guidelines which is great! The location is nice and big too and the kids have enough space to be socially distant. Class sizes are reasonable too.
Both my kids have been going here since Fall 2023 after trying out 3-4 martial arts school around the area. We were sold by how the teachers are so patient and the largest training space I have came across!
Very Good Class! Master Maye is a very passionate instructor and he trains everybody like World Champions! It's great to see how much you progress each day and how you can surpass yourself. There is no better Martial Arts Dojo in the entire DMV!
New to Karate? Start at Positive Impact Martial Arts
Positive Impact Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and students’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Positive Impact Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a Karate dojo for the first time? Almost everyone is, and a good sensei expects beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, punches, and kicks — not hard sparring. Step to the side whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot. What to bring: water, and a mouthguard if you have one — many dojos lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi and the belt your dojo awards you. Kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the sensei. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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