Capitol Martial Arts Academy

Capitol Martial Arts Academy 2025 Washington Parent Magazine's Top Pick for Family MA Instruction in Alexandria, Va Proudly serving Alexandria / Kingstowne, Va. area.

2025 Washington Parent Magazine's top Martial Arts instruction in the DMV. For 25 years Capitol Martial Arts Academy is one of the premier Martial Arts schools in the Washington D.C. Guiding individuals in all age groups, to reach their full potential. Our curriculum is a unique blend of leading Martial Arts styles and has strong emphasis on valuable life skills such as perseverance, confidence, f

ocus, and self-discipline. As a result, the students learn effective self-defense techniques and, experience new levels of confidence and empowerment. We want our children to excel not only in Martial Arts, but also in their schools and at home. Young teens and adults are guided to be more confident in dealing with the daily challenges in their lives. Programs are designed to make our students, young and adult, more equipped to accomplish their goals in the different aspects of their lives. We also encourage students to have fun with their Coaches and fellow students, to make the class more enjoyable.

To every Mom who has shown up tired, overwhelmed but still give it their best - we honor you! Your sacrifices and warmth...
05/10/2026

To every Mom who has shown up tired, overwhelmed but still give it their best - we honor you! Your sacrifices and warmth make the world a better place. Happy Mother’s Day!

Good afternoon CMAA Community. We have updated your APP retail section with new colorways (PINK | RED | GREY | OLIVE *Ad...
04/27/2026

Good afternoon CMAA Community. We have updated your APP retail section with new colorways (PINK | RED | GREY | OLIVE *Adult ONLY*) shirts for the Spring / Summer! Also, all black shortsleeve BJJ Rashguards has been uploaded. Preorder ENDS Friday, May 8 at 11:59pm. Order now before it's too late!

Say hello to Visenya. She is our featured Student of the Month at Capitol Martial Arts Academy. We love having her on th...
04/08/2026

Say hello to Visenya. She is our featured Student of the Month at Capitol Martial Arts Academy. We love having her on the mats!

Age: 6
Rank: Gold Belt
Training for 1.5 years and started in the (4-5yo) Lil' Ninjas Program
Currently in Kindergarten

What got you into martial arts?
“My parents wanted me to learn how to speak up for myself and use my energy in a positive way."

Anything that made you nervous or hesitant to start training?
“At first, it felt really loud, and I didn’t know anyone. I also wasn’t sure what to do, so I felt a little nervous."

What advice would you give your white belt self?
“I can do this, I am brave, I am smart, I am confident, I can do this.”

What’s your favorite part of training?
“My favorite part is learning new things and improving each time. I like seeing how I get better when I keep practicing.”

🌟 Did you know that kids who train BJJ develop amazing proprioception skills years ahead of their friends? 🤼‍♂️✨ Proprio...
04/05/2026

🌟 Did you know that kids who train BJJ develop amazing proprioception skills years ahead of their friends? 🤼‍♂️✨ Proprioception helps your brain know where your body is, even without looking! 🧠💪

Research shows that martial arts can boost this super skill by 34% for kids aged 6-12! 🚀 That means better coordination in sports, fewer injuries, and improved skills for writing and playing instruments! 🎶✍️ Let’s roll! 🤩🥋

Source: Fong et al., “Motor Ability and Weight Status Are Determinants of Out-of-School Activity Participation,” Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 2011

04/05/2026

The Discipline Foundation

DISCIPLINE STARTS IN THE BODY

Most parents think discipline comes from rules and punishment, but we know it comes from body control! 🤼‍♂️

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu helps kids master their physical impulses first. When a 6-year-old learns to control their strength with a partner, they’re actually building self-regulation skills that spill over into all areas of life! 📚✏️

📊 Studies show that kids who train in martial arts have 23% higher self-regulation scores compared to those who don’t. This leads to better classroom behavior, homework completion, and emotional control!

Source: Lakes & Hoyt, “Promoting Self-Regulation Through School-Based Martial Arts Training” Journal of Applied Developmental Psychology, 2004

We’re wrapping up Spring Break, but our Junior candidates didn’t hold back! Huge congrats on showing us why you’re ready...
04/05/2026

We’re wrapping up Spring Break, but our Junior candidates didn’t hold back! Huge congrats on showing us why you’re ready for the next level! Can’t wait to check in with the other Juniors returning from break next week. Let’s keep that momentum going!

03/29/2026

The scariest thing isn't a strong kid.

It's a strong kid who doesn't know their strength.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teaches progressive resistance control. Kids learn the difference between 30% pressure and 80% pressure. They feel what happens when they apply too much force to a smaller training partner. They understand consequences in real-time.

This isn't theoretical it's kinesthetic learning. A 7-year-old who's choked out (safely, with supervision) understands what "too much" means in a way no lecture can teach.

Studies show martial arts training reduces aggressive behavior in children by 41% while simultaneously increasing their confidence in conflict situations.
Source: Nosanchuk & MacNeil, "Examination of the Effects of Traditional and Modern Martial Arts Training," Social Behavior and Personality, 1989

Brain plasticity peaks between ages 3-10.This is the window.During these years, children's brains form neural connection...
03/29/2026

Brain plasticity peaks between ages 3-10.

This is the window.

During these years, children's brains form neural connections at twice the rate of adults. Physical skills learned during this period become deeply ingrained like native language acquisition but for movement patterns.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training during peak neuroplasticity creates permanent advantages in proprioception (body awareness), spatial reasoning, and motor control that persist into adulthood.

Starting after age 10 means building these skills on less plastic neural substrate. You can still learn, but the depth of integration differs fundamentally.

Source: National Institutes of Health, "Brain Plasticity and Behavior," Annual Review of Psychology, 2000

Shoutout to these warriors for showing up and grinding before Spring Break! 💪🏾Huge thanks to Professor Cesar for an incr...
03/28/2026

Shoutout to these warriors for showing up and grinding before Spring Break! 💪🏾Huge thanks to Professor Cesar for an incredible workshop! 🙌🏾🔥

This is a courtesy message notifying all CMAA Members we will be CLOSED from Wednesday, April 1 to Friday, April 3 for S...
03/26/2026

This is a courtesy message notifying all CMAA Members we will be CLOSED from Wednesday, April 1 to Friday, April 3 for Spring Break. Enjoy your days off!

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6460 Landsdowne Center
Alexandria, VA
22315

Opening Hours

Monday 3pm - 8:30pm
Tuesday 3pm - 8pm
Wednesday 3pm - 8:30pm
Thursday 3pm - 8:30pm
Friday 3pm - 7:30pm

Telephone

(703) 924-1234

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