PROGRAMS

Classes for children, teens, and adults
Class Schedule2 WEEK TRIAL PROGRAM
Ace Kendo Academy in Chantilly, Virginia - Martial Arts for Kids - Turtle Class
Ace Kendo Academy in Chantilly, Virginia - Martial Arts for Children - Dragon Class

CHILDREN’S PROGRAM

Team Turtle • Ages 6 – 8
Team Dragon • Ages 9 – 13

Our children’s class is divided into two age tiers for specific reasons, however, the common factor in both classes is to help our young children to develop large and small motor skills, balance, agility, and burn energy for healthy growth.

The theory of Kendo may be a bit too complex for our young students to understand, and we do not want to put stress on them. Core ideas of respect, manner, discipline, self-control, and self-awareness will be taught through play and activities derived from Kendo while keeping them absolutely safe.

Our classes for our young students are segmented into short sessions to make sure they are focused and always engaged to enjoy the atmosphere of practicing Kendo so that as they get older, they are able to accept the deeper aspects of Kendo without getting bored.

We help our young friends get ready physically and mentally before stepping into the bigger world of Kendo.

Ace Kendo Academy in Chantilly, Virginia - Martial Arts for Teens and Adults

TEENS & ADULT PROGRAM

Ages 14 & Up

Our adult and teen classes are centered around a more in-depth study of Kendo as a martial art to supplement the student’s lifestyle. Physical and mental training through Kendo practice allows our students to learn more detailed and sophisticated swordsmanship through repetition of basics, sparring, fitness training, and competition participation and promotion exam readiness.

Safety is one of our priorities, and our instructors will carefully work with our students to go at a steady pace, so no one is pushed beyond their respective limits. We believe in slow and consistent progression in helping our students reach their goals.

As for our teens, we try to help them get more exposure to tournaments, by choice and help them build a solid record to assist in extra-curriculum points for their college admission, and we have members who can give career advice and tips to help our young adults while practicing martial arts.

The benefits of Kendo are just incredible, and we would love to see more people in our community experience it with us.

Ace Kendo Academy in Chantilly, Virginia - Martial Arts for Teens and Adults

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

Grades 1 – 6

More information coming soon

CLASS SCHEDULE

*Class schedule can change from season to season.*

MONDAY

  • 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM – After School Program
  • 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM – Youth Class (Ages 6 to 12)
  • 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM – All Levels Form Class
  • 7:00 PM – 7:50 PM – Teens (Ages 13 to 16)
  • 8:00 PM – 8:50 PM – Adults (17 years and up)

TUESDAY

  • 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM – After School Program
  • 5:00 PM – 5:50 PM – Youth Class (Ages 6 to 12)
  • 6:00 PM – 6:50 PM – All Levels
  • 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM – All Levels Form Class
  • 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM – Teens and Adults (13 years and up)

WEDNESDAY

  • 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM – After School Program
  • 5:00 PM – 5:50 PM – Youth Class (Ages 6 to 12)
  • 6:00 PM – 6:50 PM – All Levels
  • 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM – All Levels Form Class

THURSDAY

  • 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM – After School Program
  • 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM – Youth Class (Ages 6 to 12)
  • 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM – All Levels Form Class
  • 7:00 PM – 7:50 PM – Teens (Ages 13 to 16)
  • 8:00 PM – 8:50 PM – Adults (17 years and up)

FRIDAY

  • 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM – After School Program
  • 5:00 PM – 5:50 PM – Private Lessons
  • 6:00 PM – 6:50 PM – All Levels
  • 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM – High level sparring class (Purple to Black Belt)

SATURDAY

  • 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM – Private Lesson by Appointment Only
  • 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM – Adults (17 years and up)

Excellent
Based on 16 reviews
Laura Curran
2023-03-15
Taking classes here has been so fun! The instructors are patient, supportive, and professional. Learning Kumdo, I get to to strike and yell wearing cool gears and I love that.
robert kim
2023-03-11
Great experience! Convenient location off 50HWY, new facility, and friendly staff. My son wanted to do this (he likes anime), and he's really enjoyed the entire process (especially the belt advancement ceremony). It's unique, designed for kids and instills discipline. Thumbs up!
Mina
2023-03-11
My 10 year old son has been going to Ace Kendo/Kumdo Academy for the last 3 months and he is really loving it! Very understanding and patient instructors and clean facility. I would like to strongly recommend Ace Kendo/Kumdo for anyone interested in learning in Kendo in NOVA area.
Youngwoo Do
2023-03-09
Ace Kendo Hall is a great place to exercise. Exercising here is great for sweating and getting a good night's sleep, and it's also great for relieving stress and organizing your thoughts. Additionally, when I see the beautiful performances of Kumdo, I naturally get motivated and work harder.
Liyuan Kuan
2023-03-08
As an immigrant originally from Asia, we are aware that Kendo (Kendo in Japanese or Kumdo in Korean) is a traditional Japanese martial art and it is an activity that combines martial arts practices and values with strenuous sport-like physical activity. Per #KidsKendoIt: "Aside from a healthy body, Kendo will also hone your child's ability to focus, gain self-confidence and enable them to deal with conflict appropriately." While looking for physical activities for my 7-year-old son, we are excited to learn that Ace Kendo/Kumdo Academy is open in the DMV area. During the one-month free trial, my son learns the basic footwork and attacking and loves the masters and teachers there. The curriculum is excellent to blend in the physical activities into the essence of the martial art for young kids to enjoy and have fun while cultivating a vigorous spirit. As a parent, I am glad to see my son learn discipline and how to respect others. Ace Kendo/Kumdo Academy is full of energy and is a great place to learn/practice Kendo/Kumdo.
Dennis Kim
2023-03-05
Road sign on the road at Chantilly grabbed my attention so I registered for a month so far. I highly recommend this place because the location is perfect (in front of entrance to 66), the teacher was nice and kind and most importantly, lesson was easy for beginners. It was my first time to experience Kumdo but so far, I am enjoying it!!
JAE-HYUK CHAGN
2023-03-05
I had a great experience because the master kindly taught me well!
yootaek kim
2023-03-02
If you are looking for some kind of exercise in Chantilly, VA, why don't you think of Kendo, if you do so? Ace Kendo / Kumdo school is the best option for your demand. The best instructors (GM Cha who experienced kendo as a professional player in Korea) provide quality classes to everyone. Make a challenge for your life. Kendo is not just about exercise but the way of life. You will see what it is. Highly recommend this place to everyone.
Sharif Saeed
2023-02-15
Amazing location with the greatest masters you’ll ever find in the DMV area. Highly recommend!!
Jun Moon
2023-01-18
I’m a complete noob, but I’ve always wanted to learn Kumdo (Korean) / Kendo (Japanese). I emailed Ace, and someone got back to me within hours to set up a consultation. I was given a tour of the facilities and set up for my very first private lesson. Now, you do have to buy a juk-do (bamboo sword) to learn with, and there is an initial $50 fee for like registration, and then you’re off to get your 4 week free trial. I’m now in my third week of free trial, and I’ve decided that I want to continue. You learn so much, and it is exhilarating! Granted, the very first time you step into the dojang (or dojo if you’re more familiar with that term), people are yelling at the top of their lungs, the jukdos are clashing against each other, people are making noise with their foot, and it’s all quite surreal. Jolted me awake for sure. But that yelling has a purpose, and as I’m getting deeper into it, even the yelling is fun to be around. I definitely recommend it for office workers like me who live a very hush hush life; all the sounds make me feel like I’m human again. They only recently started, but master Cha is a certified Kumdo coach, and he does have an extensive and impressive résumé in the world of Kumdo. I mean, if he could teach me to swing a bamboo sword around in just a few days, he could teach anyone. Definitely recommend that you give this place a try. Best way to get that daily cardio requirement out of the way, while in a cool looking uniform and swinging a sword.

Phone

(703) 888-9782

Address

4080 Lafayette Center Drive, Ste 270

Chantilly, VA 20151

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