We are so appreciative of Tristar Mount Airy and their amazing team! Their classes offer our girls a great way to have fun, keep fit, practice discipline and respect, and have pride in seeing their hard work pay-off as they progress through the belt ranks. I had hoped for those things going in and their program does not disappoint! But, above that, there have been other benefits. My 8 year old has gained a level of strength and agility I didn’t expect so soon in her training. She has a newfound confidence in her body, her control and her abilities that I am impressed by and grateful to see. And, for my 5 year old, the straight-forward way the instructors teach methods for staying safe around strangers and bullies has turned a topic that can be scary into one where she feels armed with strategies. Then there are the little things with big impacts – from sending signed birthday postcards to earning stars for great report cards to the instructors talking through their “at home” goals with them ahead of each belt promotion. It really means something to have the instructors they look up to take an actual interest in their growth, in martial arts and beyond. Our girls are proud to be part of the Tristar family and truly regard Shidoshi Offutt, Sensei Livesay, Mr. Howe and all of the other instructors and team members as leaders and mentors. We can’t recommend them enough!

This dojo is amazing. We have been going to Tristar in Mt. Airy for almost 3 years. It never ceases to amaze me how much the instructors care about these kids. They are consistant and thoughtful of every lesson taught in every class. They are encouraging and devoted to every student. They make respect, honesty and integrity a high prioroty in everything they do. They provide great role models for these kids and a space for them to excercise self control and awareness. Love this place and cant say enough about the people running the programs. Thank you!