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ATTENTION PARENTS:

As you know, due to COVID - 19 our schools and martial arts studios are being shut down for the rest of the school year. Like many parents, you probably have your kids at home all day.

This disruption to their daily structure and routine can throw them completely off track and derail the progress they have made.

Because of the virus and to help prevent the spread of it we have taken our award-winning kids' martial arts program online during this pandemic so we can continue to provide the structured, team building, group classes that our parents and students love.

Keep your child engaged and challenged while they are home with our digital classes. If this is something you're interested in and want for your kids, fill out the form below to learn more.

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You’ve started in the right place!

Choosing martial arts classes and an instructor can be a daunting task; it isn’t just about style, location, class times, and cost. There’s a lot more to consider when thinking about which martial arts studio and fitness center is going to be the best fit for you and your family.

And, not every martial arts school or program is a good match. Some emphasize things that might be unimportant to you or even contradictory to your goals. Others may or may not have instructors qualified and skilled at providing for your needs and goals.

We’re here to help, and if you need, we’re here for you to chat about the choice. Give us a call or CLICK HERE to set up a free, no-obligation Consultation and Intro Lesson.

Browse our website and take a look at our martial arts and fitness program offerings. We have a lot of programs, designed specifically for the needs of different students in mind—from the three-year-old to the MMA enthusiast to the busy professional who wants to get in shape and learn self-defense. But we’re not for everyone, and we turn away potential students who aren’t a good match.

We’re interested in being sure that we meet and exceed your needs and expectations for yourself and your children. Before joining any program, including ours, make sure that you get a chance to see if it’s a perfect match. Ask about the trial and program and find out if it’s right for you.

You can fill out the form on this page to set up a free, no-obligation orientation lesson as well as get more information on our trial program, web specials, class schedules and pricing.

You Can Try a Class for Free!

At the Dragon Gym we start all new students with a free, no-obligation orientation lesson. This is a one-on-one session with one of our great instructors. This lesson will give you or your child a chance to see our facility, meet our instructors, and answer any questions that you may have about starting a program. It also gives us a chance to meet and assess you and recommend a program that will be the best fit. In this way, you can feel 100% comfortable when starting a martial arts or fitness program at the Dragon Gym.

Head Instructors

The Dragon Gym is a Martial Arts and Fitness Organization founded in Exton, PA during the early seventies by Grandmaster Chae T. Goh. The school is currently run by Somnath Sikdar, Lawrence (Lonnie) Beck and Chris Taylor, a dynamic team that has trained together since childhood and remain dedicated to serving the local community by teaching the benefits of martial arts, physical fitness and healthy living in this modern era.

Master Lonnie Beck 5th Dan Black Belt Muay Thai Coach

Head Instructor Chris Taylor 3rd Dan TKD Brown Belt BJJ

Master Somnath Sikdar 6th Dan Black Belt

About the Dragon Gym

The Dragon Gym is a martial arts and fitness community founded in Exton, Pennsylvania, during the early seventies by Grandmaster Chae T. Goh. The schools are currently run by Somnath Sikdar, Lawrence (Lonnie) Beck, and Chris Taylor—a dynamic team that has trained together since childhood and remains dedicated to serving the local community by teaching the benefits of martial arts, physical fitness, and healthy living in this modern era.

We offer a wide range of martial arts classes for kids and adults, including classes in Tae Kwon Do, Korean Karate, Hapkido, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Russian Kettlebells, Power Yoga, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts, and personal training. Click the links on this page to learn more about the training and see how our programs can increase fitness, enhance confidence, reduce stress, and help with weight loss. Our programs improve overall life skills, health and fitness for students of all ages. Sign up right now for a free, no-obligation orientation session.

My 7 year old son's confidence and focus has increased noticeably in just the 9 months we have been going to Dragon Gym Berwyn Patricia Burns Becker

Thanks so much for all you guys do!! Your classes have made a true difference in Bre, improving her self-esteem and feeling accomplished!! She loves all of you guys and enjoys the friendships she's made!! Thank you again! Erin Criswell- Bre's mom

I can’t say enough about the spirit and passion that instructors and students alike Nate Aliberto

The staff takes personal interest in you and your goals & progress. Joseph Cunningham

I found The Yogic Body Studio while searching for holistic ways to manage my anxiety. Kayla Speaker

Age Specific Martial Arts Classes for Children

SHARK TANK PROGRAM – AGES 3 to 5
This program is for our Pre-K and Kindergarten aged children. While learning martial arts in a fun, game based class we’ll be helping them with following step-by-step instructions, sharing and listening to teachers. Often, this is the one of the first times these children are in a structured learning environment
LION’S DEN PROGRAM – AGES 5 to 7 This program is for children that have started elementary school. They are accustomed to more structured learning. Additionally, they have more advanced motor control and can perform more complex movements. The classes teach them more advanced techniques, to work with partners and in groups and to start self-correcting before a teacher tells them to.
EAGLE’S NEST PROGRAM – AGES 7 to 10
This program is for children have been in school for a few years now. The martial arts classes will teach them more about self-defense, bully prevention and athleticism. These students thrive on structure, clear goals and healthy competition. They are starting to take on leadership roles, correcting both themselves and providing a positive role model for others
DRAGON’S LAIR PROGRAM – AGES 10 to 13
These students are really starting to develop some independence and exceptional ability in martial arts.. Self-defense and athleticism is still a focus, but leadership, self-discipline and confidence is emphasized. The next step for these students is to earn their junior black belt.

We also offer birthday parties and summer camps for kids!

Why Choose

Diverse Martial Arts Education. Dragon Gym Martial Arts & Fitness uniquely offers expert instruction in various martial arts. Our programs do not consist of one instructor teaching a small variety of many different things. Rather, each martial art is its own program. Every martial art and class that we offer—Tae Kwon Do, Muay Thai Kickboxing, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu—is taught by a master or under the auspices of an expert in that field. Of course, once you have a good foundation in one martial art, you will have the opportunity and be encouraged to cross-train. Additionally, our Russian Kettlebell and Power Yoga classes are all taught by certified expert level instructors.

Highly Experienced Instructors. The head instructors of every martial arts program at Dragon Gym each have decades of experience in their specialty. In addition, all of these head instructors are open minded and diversify their martial arts training. In addition to the head instructors’ vast experience, all instructors at the Dragon Gym go through a rigorous evaluation and certification process.

Forty Years in the Community. The Dragon Gym is one of the oldest and most well-established martial arts schools in Chester County. Based in the heart of Exton, we have been serving families from nearby towns such as West Chester, Downingtown, and Malvern, PA. We also have a location in Berwyn, PA, proudly serving the residents of Paoli, Devon, and Wayne as well. We pride ourselves on our community involvement and enthusiastically support organizations like the Domestic Violence Center of Chester County, the Lord’s Pantry in Downingtown, Philabundance, UNICEF, and the Wounded Warrior Project. We consistently have been voted the best martial arts studio in Chester County.

On-Site Physical Therapy. Kinetic Physical Therapy understands the rigors of martial arts, Power Yoga, and Russian Kettlebell training and have established an office at the Dragon Gym to address the specific needs that may arise. The goal is to find the root cause of problems and achieve a long-term solution as well as get you back to your physical training as quickly as possible. Kinetic PT is headquartered in Chester Springs, PA.

Fully Equipped, State-of-the-Art Facilities. Dragon Gym Martial Arts & Fitness headquarters facility is truly one-of-a-kind and cannot be beat in the Chester County area. We have over 6,500 square feet of dedicated martial arts training space fully matted with top of the line Dollamur products, a 2,000-square-foot dedicated strength training area with a full compliment of free weights, kettlebells, barbells, dumbbells, and Olympic weights, an 800-square-foot yoga studio, men’s and women’s locker rooms with showers, and a viewing loft so that parents can view every one of their child’s classes.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Adult Martial Arts Classes and Fitness Programs

Give us a call or complete the form on this page to schedule a free, no-obligation orientation lesson at one of our convenient locations in Exton, Malvern or Berwyn, Pa providing easy access to residents of Downingtown, West Chester, Paoli, Devon and Wayne, Pa.

You can learn a lot about us on our website, but it is no substitute for a personal conversation. Give us a call at the number on your screen or click the button below so that we can talk about your goals and answer your questions about our facility, staff, philosophy, and programs.

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Chester County's Best Martial Arts

An intelligent approach to healthy living: Learn self defense, get in great shape, and become the best version of yourself

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Programs

Children’s Martial Arts

Adult Martial Arts

Martial Arts Summer Camp

Muay Thai Kickboxing

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Self-Defense

Russian Kettlebells

Yoga

Personal Training

Tai Chi

Birthday Parties