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KenZen-Do Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Chevy Chase, Maryland
Plan your first class
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 5–13) — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
- Beginner-friendly all ages and levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule kenzendo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 202-369-9910
Hours
| Monday | 12–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–8 pm |
| Thursday | 12–8 pm |
| Friday | 12–6 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My children have been students at KenZen Do for the past 10 years, and it has been one of the most positive and enriching experiences of their lives.”
“I highly recommend this program to any family looking to support their child’s physical, emotional, and personal development—and it’s equally rewarding for adults as well.”
Other martial arts here
“Ricky and his staff are extremely knowledgeable in karate, and are well versed in how to teach it to multiple students with different learning strengths.”
What students say
“Master Rick is not only a great instructor but a great person.”
“Great place, my son has participated for 4+ years and it is a great place to learn, grow, thrive and also listen (the first time).”
“I highly recommend this program to any family looking to support their child’s physical, emotional, and personal development—and it’s equally rewarding for adults as well.”
“I was and I'm still able to work on harder techniques, day after day, things I wasn't even supposed to learn, all because of our fantastic instructor, Mr.”
“Ricky and his team have changed my children’s lives for the better, teaching respect and discipline from the moment they walk in the door.”
“Master Rick is not only a great instructor but a great person.”
From the reviews
This is a Great place to lear 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!
If you want your child to learn respect, discipline and confidence, look no further than KenZen Do. The facilities are top notch and especially safe during the pandemic. But what makes this place special, is Mr. Ricky. His ability to teach and connect is second to none.
Master Moji is excellent. I first signed up my two kids 5 and 6 years old. He has so much patience and so good with kids that I was very impressed. The studio is flawless. It was finished after COVID started so they implemented all the proper ventilation systems and made the place very safe.
We heard about Kenzendo by word of mouth through friends whose kids have been under Mr. Ricky’s instruction for years. Our daughter has now been a student at this school for 3+ years and we are thrilled with the experience she has had.
New to taekwondo? Start at KenZen-Do Martial Arts
KenZen-Do Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. If you've never trained or set foot in a dojang, 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 instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build fundamentals (stances, blocks, kicks, and basic forms) for weeks, sparring eases in gradually and with gear on, and instructors keep it controlled and safe. Third, all ages and all 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 schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first taekwondo class at KenZen-Do Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a taekwondo school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors 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 basic stances, blocks, and kicks with a partner or on pads — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: loose athletic wear you can move in (or a dobok if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the floor. What to bring: water and a positive attitude — many schools lend a loaner dobok for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll get your own dobok and belt, and sparring gear (mouthguard, headgear, and guards) once you begin sparring. Sparring eases in gradually, once your fundamentals and forms are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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