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Martial Arts for Adults

No matter what shape you are currently in, becoming a student at Potomac Kempo will provide an exceptional path to becoming the person you wish to be.

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Kempo Transformations Are Real

For many adults, a membership to the local gym is not enough to achieve personal fitness goals. However, exercising under the discipline of martial arts creates both novelty and drive for those who seek a higher level of fitness while learning practical self defense.

Regardless of your age or fitness level, the study of Shaolin Kempo Karate leads to increased energy, improved flexibility and coordination, as well as greater strength and agility. The development of a healthy body moves in time with improvement of mental acuity — stress relief, increased focus, greater confidence, and self-discipline.

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Kempo Classes Are Both Dependable & Stimulating

We offer daily classes to provide you ample opportunity for exercise and practice. Our instructors consistently bring a variety of activities and challenges to each class creating an environment that is stimulating and encouraging. As instructors, we find joy in watching our students become more peaceful and centered, and then spreading that positive energy to those around them.

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Welcome to the Dojo

One of the best parts of the environment at Potomac Kempo is the camaraderie between the students. You and your fellow students will work individually but also together, driving each other to new levels of accomplishment.

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Call or text Geoff at ‭(571) 336-7021‬ or complete this short form and an instructor will contact you for scheduling.

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Testimonials

Learning that although I was now a mother of two and no longer a naturally-fit 20 year old, but could still perform in a challenging and physically demanding sport was surprisingly liberating. Feeling young, strong and fit for one’s age is an enormously uplifting experience.

— Adult Green Belt


Our Locations

Potomac Kempo - Old Towne

Carlyle (Old Towne)
2050 Ballenger Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22314
Call or text Cassie at
(571) 336-7010

Potomac Kempo - Fairlington

Fairlington
1535A N Quaker Lane
Alexandria, VA 22302
Call or text Fred at
(571) 336-7063

Potomac Kempo - Huntington Metro

Huntington Metro
5914 N. Kings Highway
Alexandria, VA 22303
Call or text Geoff at
(571) 336-7021

Potomac Kempo - Kingstowne

Kingstowne
5958 Kingstowne Ctr #110
Alexandria, VA 22315
Call or text Gary at
(703) 206-8064

Potomac Kempo - National Landing

National Landing
3650 S Glebe Rd 190
Arlington, VA 22202
Call or text Jonathan at
(571) 412-8585


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About Kempo: Shaolin Dragon

October 1, 2014 By Chris Santillo

The Dragon of the East In the West, Dragons have long been depicted as evil creatures that raid villages, hoard treasure and commonly end up being killed by valorous knights. Despite the use of the same name, Chinese Dragons could not be more contrastive. They differ substantially in appearance but more to the point they […]

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Student Profile: Cheryl

In 2006, when Cheryl was a busy working mother, she often found herself at the dojo – dropping off and picking up her son for class at Potomac Kempo. One day, Master Chris Santillo stopped her. “When are you coming in?” he asked. His question caught Cheryl off guard. All she ever saw at the […]

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