Yamasaki Academy
Yamasaki Academy is a boxing gym located in Rockville, Maryland. Specializing in Traditional Boxing. Rated 4.5 out of 5 by community members.
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I can’t say enough good things about my time training at Yamasaki Academy. From the moment I started, the environment was welcoming, respectful, and truly focused on growth. My husband and I first visited the academy back in November, driving about an hour from our home just to check it out. I was honestly a bit hesitant at first because of the distance, but Max had already had such positive experiences interacting with Professor Fernando and his son while working tournaments that he convinced me it would be worth the drive. After that first class, I was the one pushing him to reach out so we could sign up. It didn’t take long for me to see how special the academy is. We were more than happy to drive 41 miles each way just to train there once a week, and that alone says everything. The level of instruction, professionalism, and attention to students is something you don’t find everywhere. Professor and the team genuinely care about their students, and it shows in the culture they’ve built. I’m incredibly grateful for the time I spent training here and everything I learned in the short time. This is THE place to train in the DMV area. Having at least five black belts (often more) on the mats with you, along with highly skilled and competitive brown and purple belts, creates an unmatched training environment. Professor Fernando, who is a coral belt, is not someone who simply watches from the sidelines. He is actively engaged, teaching and coaching during the class - even rolling with students. That level of involvement is rare and speaks volumes about his dedication. Although I’ll be moving farther away and won’t be able to continue training here, I would absolutely recommend Yamasaki Academy to anyone looking for high-level instruction in a supportive and respectful community.
The worst place to lear jiu jitsu. They are very shady about the pricing and give you verbal terms that are not stipulated in their contract. Avoid.
Me and my husband visited this academy from VA. We felt very welcomed by both students and Professor Yamasaki. The instruction was top notch. Professor spent one-on-one time with us while drilling the technique. I had a shoulder injury. He was caring and made sure that students were aware of it while rolling with me. I highly recommend this place whether you are visiting or looking for an academy to join.
Everything is fine and dandy till you want to cancel your membership then they will throw all kinds of costs and procedure to make it as difficult as possible. It does not matter we have been a member for 7 years. They are trying to get the last few dollars out of you. Their website says you can cancel at any time but what they actually mean is that you can cancel but you are still liable for the full year of membership, unlike any other gym we have ever been a member of, very deceptive business practice.
I have trained at a few schools. This is by far the best. High level instructors and great people. My 6 year old daughter just started. She loves Yamasaki. She loves the instructors and team mates. I drive 45 min to get here. Its worth every second of the drive PLUS I get to spend more time with my daughter.