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Is This Program Right For My Child?

Our Kids Martial Arts program in Chevy Chase is built for children ages 5 to 7 and ages 8 to 12 who are ready to build focus, confidence, discipline, respect, and real-world self-defense skills. We welcome beginners, shy kids, high-energy kids, and children who are not athletic yet because effort matters more than starting skill. In each class, we use focus games, listening games, attention exercises, rank goals, and fun training to help kids grow stronger at home, at school, and on the mat.

It’s More Than Self-Defense. It’s a Way of Life.

In our Chevy Chase kids martial arts classes, we don’t just help kids get fitter, safer, and stronger. We help them build life-changing skills to excel in school and at home.

Focus. Confidence. Respect. Discipline. Goal setting and more. Every Chevy Chase kids martial arts class enriches your child’s life.

We also help your child stay safe with real-world self-defense tactics to deal with bullies and more.

Helps Your Child Do Better In School, And at Home.

After years of research and hard work, our kids martial arts classes in Chevy Chase are designed to get kids more focused and disciplined. The result? Kids from all over Chevy Chase do better in school, and listen better at home.

We help kids grow their ‘listening muscles’ – so they can focus more on their studies, and listen better to you. In fact, martial arts has helped children do this for thousands of years.

Focus games, listening games, attention exercises and more are designed to boost eye contact, listening skills, and attention span.

Action-Packed Kids Martial Arts Classes Chevy Chase Build Discipline & Focus. For Life.

While self-defense for kids is so important, it’s only the beginning. The discipline your child builds with martial arts helps them get their homework done. The focus helps them pay more attention in class. The respect gets them helping more around the house.

Our Chevy Chase kids martial arts program builds a solid foundation for success. And it lasts for life.

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Plus, your child will gain…

Respect

Our Chevy Chase kids martial arts classes help kids learn how to listen better, respect themselves and others, and grow more consideration for others. This leads to more help around the house, and paying better attention to you.

Focus

Our Chevy Chase martial arts program builds laser-like focus. Through setting goals, advancing ranks, training, practicing, kids increase their attention span. This helps them achieve more in school too.

Confidence

As your child increases their strength, makes friends, and masters challenging kids martial arts techniques – they’ll see how strong and capable they truly are. Even shy kids gain the confidence to open up.

Discipline

In our Chevy Chase kids martial arts training, your child will practice and work hard to advance ranks, master techniques, and even care for their uniform. This builds discipline. They learn the value of hard work, and the rewards you get from it.

Fitness

Our martial arts training gets you using muscles you never knew you had. Kids grow stronger, faster, more coordinated, and more agile. Even if your child was not athletic before – they’ll gain these abilities.

Social Skills

Our martial arts instructors create a welcome environment. Kids from all over Chevy Chase feel at home, letting them open up, and make friends with kids who are positive influences and role models.

Community

At KenZen-Do Martial Arts in Chevy Chase we are focused on uniting kids and parents. We support each other, cheer each other on, and help each other grow. Our tight knit community will welcome you openly. We can’t wait.

Mentorship & Guidance

Our instructors care. A lot. They’ll help your child dig deep to find the strength and courage to tackle all of their goals and discover their strength. Martial arts has provided guidance for millions of kids over thousands of years. Let’s help your child too.

FUN

At KenZen-Do Martial Arts, every kids martial arts class is packed with action, fun, and games. We keep kids smiling and laughing. That’s how we disguise all of the learning and character building! Kids just know they’re having fun. But as a parent, you’ll see all these traits developing in real time.

Grow Your Child’s Confidence & Focus With martial arts

What can our Chevy Chase kids martial arts program help with?

Improved Listening
Improved Behavior
Management of ADD/ADHD
Improved Concentration
Increased Resilience
Improved Coordination & Balance
Increased Strength & Fitness
Increased Athletic Ability
Improved Social Skills
Increased Confidence & Self-Esteem
And of course… FUN!

“My son started here two years ago and he absolutely loves it! Mr. Ricky is amazing with the kids. Absolutely amazing. He forms true bonds with the kids and encourages the kids to succeed.”

“Master Ricky is the consummate professional. He has knowledge, experience, and knows how to impart his skills to his students. I couldn’t ask for a better instructor and an even better role model for my daughter.“

“Master Rick is not only a great instructor but a great person. He has made such a strong personal bond with my son who is pretty anti-social and reserved, which has really changed our lives for the most part.”

“This is a Great place to learn Martial Arts in a safe and friendly environment, Mr Ricky the owner is great with the kids regarding the age or level he teaches with care and discipline!“

“My two sons have been learning karate at this incredible school for almost two years. This is a truly exceptional and outstanding karate school. Mr Ricky is a really powerful and inspiring leader. He has an exceptional ability with children and adolescents.“

“My son started at age 5 and we love it. The kids are taught not only skills (i.e., how to kick and punch) but also disciplines and positive attitudes such as how to greet, respect, listen to others.“

It's the will. Not the skill.

Build Self-Discipline

Your starting fitness and skill levels don’t matter – as long as you put in the effort in every class, you’ll see results.

Gain Confidence

When you step out of your comfort zone in our classes, you allow space for unshakable confidence to grow.

Improve Focus

Mindfulness practices don’t go away when you step off the mat. The skills you gain in class flow into everything you do.

It's the will. Not the skill.

Build Self-Discipline

Your starting fitness and skill levels don’t matter – as long as you put in the effort in every class, you’ll see results.

Gain Confidence

When you step out of your comfort zone in our classes, you allow space for unshakable confidence to grow.

Improve Focus

Mindfulness practices don’t go away when you step off the mat. The skills you gain in class flow into everything you do.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most frequent questions and answers about our children's martial arts program in Chevy Chase

What age is best for kids martial arts at KenZen-Do Martial Arts Chevy Chase?

Our Kids Martial Arts program in Chevy Chase is built for children ages 5 to 7 and ages 8 to 12. Younger children can start in our Preschool Martial Arts program, and teens have their own Teen Martial Arts program, so each child trains with the right age group.

What days and times are kids martial arts classes offered?

Our kids martial arts schedule in Chevy Chase runs Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 12 to 8 PM, Friday from 12 to 6 PM, and Saturday from 9:30 AM to 1 PM. We are closed on Sunday.

Does my child need experience before starting kids martial arts?

Your child does not need martial arts experience to start our kids martial arts classes in Chevy Chase. We help each student learn step by step, and starting fitness or skill level does not matter as long as your child puts in effort during class.

What should my child wear or bring to the first class?

For the first kids martial arts class at KenZen-Do Martial Arts Chevy Chase, your child should wear comfortable athletic clothes and bring a water bottle. We help new students settle in, follow along, and feel welcome, even if they feel nervous at first.

How does kids martial arts help with focus and behavior?

Our kids martial arts classes in Chevy Chase help children build better focus, listening, discipline, and respect through structured training. We use focus games, listening games, attention exercises, rank goals, and practice to help kids improve eye contact, attention span, and behavior at home and school.

Is kids martial arts safe, or will it make my child aggressive?

Our Chevy Chase kids martial arts program teaches humility, confidence, and respect, not aggression. Children learn real-world self-defense while also learning self-control, discipline, and how to treat others with respect.

Can martial arts help a child with ADD or ADHD?

Our kids martial arts classes in Chevy Chase are designed to help with focus, concentration, listening, coordination, and confidence. We use movement, structure, games, attention exercises, and clear goals to help children build their “listening muscles” over time.

How can we try the kids martial arts program before joining?

Families can request a free Class Pass for our Kids Martial Arts program in Chevy Chase through the form on the page. The form lets you choose your child’s school program and age range before getting started.

What style of martial arts do kids learn at KenZen-Do Martial Arts Chevy Chase?

Our Kids Martial Arts program in Chevy Chase teaches martial arts through self-defense, fitness, discipline, respect, rank advancement, and character development. Students work on techniques, goal setting, uniforms, practice habits, and rank goals as they build confidence and focus.

Where is KenZen-Do Martial Arts Chevy Chase located?

KenZen-Do Martial Arts Chevy Chase is located at 5550 Friendship Blvd T-80, Chevy Chase, MD 20815. We serve families from Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Friendship Heights, Washington DC, and Kensington.