American Martial Arts proudly serving Gaithersburg since 2002
American Martial Arts has Classes in Gaithersburg, Perfect for Kids, Teens, and Adults Martial Arts Lessons.
Who we Are And why You Should Train Here
Since opening, we’ve been dedicated to changing lives one person at a time, through martial arts, education and coaching. We strive to provide a safe, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all students and family members. We take pride in creating an environment for individuals to achieve, develop and succeed in their personal goals.
We strongly believe that martial arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender or experience level. Throughout our programs, student not only learn the skills to protect themselves, but more importantly, learn how to become leaders and not followers, and to always do their best regardless of what it is they set out to accomplish.
Get To Know Our World Class Instructors
Mark Williams, 5th Degree, Master Instructor
Master Williams been studying the martial arts since 1988 and currently holds the rank of 5th Degree Black Belt. After joining the Navy in 1995, he had the privilege of living in Okinawa, Japan where he studied Okinawan Isshin-ryu and earned a 1st Black Belt. After a few years teaching for another school, Master Williams opened his own school with a partner in 2003 and has been the sole owner since 2016.
Along with his dedication to teaching and sharing the martial arts, he is an avid endurance athlete, finishing multiple running, cycling and triathlon events including two full length Ironman Triathlons.
But his first joy is spending time is with his wife and 3 boys doing just about anything outdoors; hiking, SUP, kayaking, mountain biking etc.
Kim Kendal, 2nd Degree, Senior Instructor
Ms Kendal has been training in the martial arts for 10 years and been with American Martial Arts Academy for the past 4. She currently holds the rank of 2nd Degree and is working towards 3rd.
In her past time she loves fitness, specifically weight lifting, food, coffee and music. She recently became a Certified Personal Trainer / Coach and is working on her Corrective Exercise Specialist and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists.
Christina Lakey, 1st Degree, Instructo
Ms Lakey joined the American Martial Arts team in 2019 and has been a fantastic addition. Her training began at age 4 where she quickly excelled. After many years of competing, she injured her knee and took time away from the martial arts. Years later she got back into the martial arts and has been rolling ever since.
She spend most of her time with her son and going fishing.
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