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Readers' Choice Top Martial Arts School in Woodinville: Woodinville Martial Arts

In this week's Readers' Choice Woodinville Martial Arts was voted as the best place for kids to learn self-defense.

 

Readers overwhelmingly chose as the best place in town for kids to learn self-defense, and have fun doing it. The school garnered 31 of 36 votes and lots of comments in the site and our Facebook page.

“We are thrilled to have won the Readers’ Choice poll. We have been teaching martial arts in Woodinville since 1997, and we look forward to many more years in the community," said Rachel McCarter who with her husband, Daniel, owns Woodinville Martial Arts.

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"Thanks to our students and parents who voted for us – it’s all of you who inspire and motivate us every day and give us joy in what we do,” she added.

Woodinville Martial Arts encompasses Western, Asian and European styles of hand and foot defense, as well as weapon-based practices. Here is how the McCarter's describe the school:

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“Our approach is to teach with passion and enthusiasm coupled with discipline and structure, fostering in our students the traditional values and morals set by the martial arts throughout the centuries. We have proven over time that we help our students grow, become more confident in their daily lives, and achieve valuable leadership skills.”

This is what readers had to say about Woodinville Martial Arts:

Lew: “Our shy daughter started training here several years ago. She has blossomed into a confident, kind and active individual. Master McCarter's style of teaching is supportive, kind and disciplined. Our daughter loved training their so much; both of us have joined and have been training in the adult class! It's been a great way to get in shape and learn techniques in self-defense. Most of all, we have fun!”

Catherine: “The kids get a great work out! The instructors educate the kids on respect for the community and themselves. I highly recommend this school!”

Michelle: “Both our boys attend WMA and we couldn't be happier. They have both gained strength, confidence, and discipline. Dan and Rachel are absolutely fabulous with the students. My kids have made some great friendships there also. Highly recommend Woodinville Martial Arts.”

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Editor's noteOur readers' choice features are designed to be a fun and completely friendly expression of our collective passion for great food, great service or a great product, all close to home. It's also a fantastic way for small and medium business owners — the lifeblood of our local economy — to show how much they appreciate their customers. We take a look at comments, reviews as well as the poll, not just any one aspect, in communicating back to readers who among the group of businesses may rise to the top in readers' minds.


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