Business Details
34 Years
experience
Empowering Communities Through Martial Arts in Capitol Heights
Full Circle Martial Arts Academy has dedicated nearly three decades to empowering individuals through martial arts and self-defense training. Founded in 1992, our academy offers age-specific programs designed to build confidence, discipline, and life skills for children, teens, and adults. Our team of expert instructors, including internationally recognized Grandmaster Samuel Scott, delivers real-world self-defense techniques and traditional martial arts instruction rooted in proven methodologies.With a focus on community impact, we provide specialized corporate training, women's safety seminars, and stress-management programs tailored to modern needs. Our commitment to quality has earned recognition from law enforcement agencies and martial arts organizations globally, establishing us as a trusted leader in Prince George's County, Maryland.
Services
Kung Fu Classes
Self Defense Training
Tai Chi Instruction
Women's Self Defense
Corporate Seminars
Online Training
Youth Martial Arts
Adult Martial Arts
Street Combat Systems
Leadership Development
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- 30 years of proven martial arts instruction and community impact
- Expert instructors certified by international martial arts organizations
- Age-specific programs for children, teens, and adults
- Real-world self-defense techniques developed with law enforcement input
- Award-winning curriculum combining traditional and modern methodologies
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Professional Martial Artists (NAPMA)
- Martial Arts International Association (MAIA)
What people say
Knowledgeable instructors
Family atmosphere
Confidence improvement
Effective techniques
Professional training
Services
Kung Fu Classes
Our Kung Fu programs develop physical strength, mental discipline, and traditional martial arts mastery. Students learn authentic techniques through structured curricula that emphasize character development, self-defense applications, and cultural heritage. Age-specific instruction ensures proper skill progression for children, teens, and adults seeking personal growth or competitive training opportunities.
Self Defense Training
Reality-based self-defense systems teach practical techniques for real-world scenarios. Our FBI-certified instructors train individuals and law enforcement personnel in threat assessment, legal defense strategies, and physical countermeasures. Programs include empty-hand defense, weapon awareness, and situational preparedness tailored to modern safety challenges.
Women's Self Defense
Specialized safety courses empower women with physical techniques and psychological preparedness for potential threats. Training focuses on boundary setting, de-escalation tactics, and effective countermeasures while building confidence and situational awareness in a supportive, all-female instructor environment.
Corporate Seminars
Customized corporate training programs develop workplace safety and leadership skills. Law enforcement agencies and security professionals receive advanced instruction in compliance tactics, control techniques, and stress-management strategies. Corporate clients benefit from team-building workshops and personal safety protocols for professional environments.
Youth Martial Arts
Age-specific martial arts programs foster character development, discipline, and physical fitness in children. Our curriculum builds confidence, teaches respect, and improves focus through structured lessons that address bullying prevention and social responsibility in a family-oriented training environment.
People
Samuel Scott
Grandmaster
With 30+ years of martial arts expertise, Grandmaster Scott developed the Combat Kuntao system and trained law enforcement agencies globally. Recognized as Blackbelt Hall of Fame Instructor of the Year, he combines traditional wisdom with modern self-defense applications.
Wallace Powell
Grand Master
A 30-year martial arts veteran, Master Powell holds multiple black belts and competition titles. His expertise in Shaolin Wu Shu and internal arts contributes to our academy's comprehensive curriculum and award-winning instructional approach.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We offer Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and our proprietary Combat Kuntao system. Our curriculum combines traditional techniques with modern self-defense applications for comprehensive skill development.
Are classes available for different age groups?
Yes, we provide age-specific programs for children (Little Ninjas), teens, and adults. Each curriculum is tailored to developmental needs while maintaining core martial arts principles.
Do you offer self-defense training for women?
Our specialized Women's Self Defense program teaches practical techniques and psychological preparedness in a supportive environment with female instructors and safety experts.
Are online training options available?
Yes, we provide online training programs for all martial arts disciplines. Virtual classes maintain our high instructional standards through structured video lessons and instructor feedback.
What safety measures are in place during training?
We maintain strict safety protocols including supervised sparring, progressive skill development, and proper equipment use. Instructors emphasize controlled techniques and injury prevention throughout all training programs.
