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Welcome to Davis Square Martial Arts

At Davis Square Martial Arts, we are proud to offer a wide range of martial arts programs, including Kung Fu and Tai Chi, for adults and children alike. Our school is located in the heart of Davis Square, Somerville, MA, making it easily accessible from nearby communities such as Cambridge, Boston, Medford, Arlington, and Belmont. We offer both in-person and online classes to accommodate the needs of all our students.

At Davis Square Martial Arts, we are committed to providing a fun, safe, and positive learning environment where students can challenge themselves both mentally and physically. Our experienced black belt instructors are dedicated to helping students of all levels and abilities reach their full potential.

Our Programs

We offer a variety of programs for beginning and advanced students, including:

Adult Kung Fu: Our Kung Fu program is designed to improve students' physical fitness and mental acuity. We teach a range of forms and training techniques that develop strength, flexibility, endurance, coordination, and control. Through diligent and consistent training, students will build patience, focus, and will power, while learning practical self-defense techniques.

Adult Tai Chi: Tai Chi is a low-impact martial art that differs from Kung Fu in its form and intensity. Our Tai Chi program focuses on breathing, fluidity, exact body alignment, and relaxation. Through the practice of the 24-step Yang-style form and Qigong breathing sets, students will improve their balance, strength, and flexibility, and reduce stress and anxiety.

Kids Classes: Our Kids Kung Fu classes emphasize paying attention, doing your best, treating everyone with respect, and having fun. Our classes are designed to help children develop their physical, mental, and emotional abilities through the practice of martial arts.

Summer Programs for Kids: Our summer programs offer children a unique and exciting opportunity to learn martial arts, make new friends, and enjoy fun outdoor activities.

Advanced Programs: Our advanced programs offer a challenging and rewarding experience for students who are ready to take their martial arts training to the next level.

Our Instructors

All of our programs are taught by experienced black belt instructors who are dedicated to providing the highest level of instruction and support. Our instructors are passionate about martial arts and continue to train and develop their skills to ensure they can offer the best possible experience for our students.

Instructor Profiles:

• Mark Carletti: Owner and head instructor, Mark has over 30 years of experience in martial arts, including Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and Aikido.
• Karen Gutterman: Karen is a certified personal trainer and a black belt in Kung Fu. She specializes in teaching kids and advanced classes.
• Jason Reed: Jason is a black belt in Kung Fu and has studied a variety of martial arts, including Karate, Judo, and Jujitsu. He is also a certified personal trainer.
• Peter Medeiros: Peter has studied Kung Fu for over 15 years and is a black belt instructor. He specializes in teaching weapons classes.
• Marcus Morimoto: Marcus has over 20 years of experience in martial arts, including Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and Karate. He is a certified personal trainer and a black belt instructor.
• Jonathan Scott: Jonathan has over 10 years of experience in martial arts, including Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and Aikido. He is a black belt instructor and specializes in teaching kids classes.

Payments and FAQs

We offer flexible payment options to accommodate the needs of all our students. For more information about our payment policies and frequently asked questions, please visit our Payments and FAQs page.