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Positive Impact Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Potomac, Maryland
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes (ages 4–12) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule positiveimpactma.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (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.”
“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.”
Other martial arts here
“This is not a mass production karate school, but rather a more personalized approach to reaching your goals.”
“Anyone interested in comprehensive health improvement through various self-defense, personal development and fitness activities will find a welcoming environment here.”
What members say
“Anyone interested in comprehensive health improvement through various self-defense, personal development and fitness activities will find a welcoming environment here.”
“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.”
“My family and I are very happy to have found Positive Impact Martial Arts and my daughter (11) and son (8) love going here.”
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 kickboxing? Start at Positive Impact Martial Arts
Positive Impact Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels 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 gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at Positive Impact Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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