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YOU can be healthier, happier, and better. YOU can do Kempo!
- HoursCLOSED NOW
- Regular Hours:
Mon Tue Wed - Thu Fri Sat Sun Closed - Phone:
Main - 703-206-8064
- Address:
- 2050 Ballenger Ave Alexandria, VA 22314
- Email:
- Link:
- Category
- Martial Arts Instruction
- Payment Options
- Location
- In the Carlyle Complex across from the Westin Hotel, facing the courtyard.
- Neighborhoods
- Portners Landing, Downtown Alexandria, Old Town North, Eisenhower East - Carlyle District, Taylor Run
General Info
We improve lives by challenging working professionals and their families to become healthier, happier, and better. We do this through personalized instruction in the versatile art of Shaolin Kempo. Shaolin Kempo is a historic blend of Karate and Kung Fu and has many similarities to Taekwondo, Krav Maga, and Tai Chi. Kempo is great exercise, offering many of the same health and fitness benefits as Yoga and CrossFit. Kempo teaches practical self defense, while relieving stress, and improving focus. We offer a variety of on-going programs with continual enrollment. Students are able to attend group classes and private lessons at any of our four studios in the Alexandria area. Come as often as you choose and experience how Kempo can improve the quality of your life.
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As an employee, this may seem biased, however, Id like to offer my opinion anyway. Whatever your goals and motivations for wanting to do martial arts, Potomac Kempo is an awesome place to train! Way before deciding to teach it, I was just a student. Simply put, I was hooked within a month! I was looking for a fun and interesting way to workout and thought self defense was a worthwhile skill to learn. I immediately found how kempo helped me with my fitness and self defense goals, but also quickly noticed other benefits such as stress relief, improved memory and cognitive function, social camaraderie, and just plain FUN! Several years later, I couldnt be happier with my life!
I really can't say enough about USSD. The instruction I have received since beginning my journey in the martial arts has been phenomenal!!! The system is great for those without previous martial arts experience. The best thing is the individualized attention you get in your private lesson, which is rare to find in a karate school. I started going to the dojo once a week only to my private, but I quickly realized that the more I went (e.g. private and group classes) the faster I progressed. I have also noticed a change in other aspects of my life which makes studying with USSD even more enjoyable. Highly recommended!!!!!
I've been a member of USSD for almost three years. The instructors are very skilled in teaching self-defense/martial arts. I have met some great people through my dojo as well as getting a great work out. This has been one of the best experiences in my life.Before finding USSD I was interested in learning self-defense/martial arts but never took an opportunity. I was passing by one of their dojo's when I received a card for a free lesson and the lesson totally hooked me. I know that they still give out free lessons to anyone who is interested. I recommend that you take them up on their offer.
09/15/09
I take classes at both the USSD Studio in Kingstowne and Old Town. I have even been to the studio in Foxchase. It is nice to have 3 studios to choose from. Instruction is very professional. Price is not cheap but well worth it. If I do not sweat during a workout, it is my own fault. I originally joined because I was not using my gym membership and wanted a fun way to get back into shape. I have lost 27 lbs since I started (almost 13% of my original body weight) and increased my balance and flexibility. My wife joined with me to learn self-defense and build confidence. She is well on her way. We look forward to classes every week. Hope to see you in class.
USSD helped me realized I want to be involved in martial arts for the rest of my life. I've been going a few times a week for over a year now and I still get excited to go and learn new techniques, get a good workout, and interact with friends and great instructors. The private lessons are so valuable and the group classes just help reinforce what you learn. Plus you can work yourself out in the dojo any time you want!
I have been a student of the martial arts for many years now, but only a student of United Studios for the past few years. Of all the places I've studied martial arts United Studios is by far the most rewarding experience I've ever had! United Studios has a very diverse schedule of classes to fit every schedule and every student enjoys both group and private lesson instruction. Having experienced dojos with only group classes, I can attest to how nice it is to move at your own pace and not have to learn all of your material in group class. My skills and love for the martial arts have continued to grow at USSD and I would recommend to anyone that they try it out and learn to push themselves in new and exciting ways to become a more rounded individual.
09/10/09
Great instructors, well-balanced, effective techniques, and an awesome atmosphere to train in. A great find!
09/08/09
Professional instruction, large open space, friendly atmosphere
09/08/09
I have been a student at USSD for several years now. I also have two daughters who are enrolled. The instruction has gotten me in shape physically and mentally. For my daughters I feel they are learning skills that will last a lifetime. Their martial arts training has paid off with better discipline at home and at school as well as re-enforcing to them that they can accomplish anything they set their mind too. USSD is worth every penny.
I USSD! The opportunities for personal growth and the individual attention given by the instructors are great, and different from anything else I've been exposed to. I came to USSD to lose weight and regain flexibility and have done both, and more! I feel like I've gained better control over my life and my body thanks to the martial arts.
I USSD! The opportunities for personal growth and the individual attention given by the instructors are great, and different from anything else I've been exposed to. I came to USSD to lose weight and regain flexibility and have done both, and more! I feel like I've gained better control over my life and my body thanks to the martial arts.
I have been a student at United Studios for a while now. I don't think I can tell you how much they have helped me and have been there for me when I needed them the most. When you think to yourself that you want better for your life or your loved ones, I recommend picking up your phone and calling United Studios. They will help you lift your spirit, so that you can glide through your life with confidence, over come your obstacles, and say there is nothing that will stand in your way of happiness!! United Studios of Self Defense is the best thing that has happened to me!
I have been a student at United Studios for a while now. I don't think I can tell you how much they have helped me and have been there for me when I needed them the most. When you think to yourself that you want better for your life or your loved ones, I recommend picking up your phone and calling United Studios. They will help you lift your spirit, so that you can glide through your life with confidence, over come your obstacles, and say there is nothing that will stand in your way of happiness!! United Studios of Self Defense is the best thing that has happened to me!
I have been a student with USSD for a few years now, and each day gets better and better. The instructors are very knowledgable, and make learning martial arts fun and informative. I would highly reccomend United Studios to anyone looking to study a great art.
This school rocks! I've learned so much already, the instructors are great people, the facilities are clean, I've met a ton of friendly people, and I've never been in better shape. I'm so glad I picked this studio. It has literally changed my life!
