Krav Maga CDK Self Defense Training Center

Krav Maga CDK is awesome! DJ is a excellent instructor. His knowledge combined with his work ethic and sense of humor make the class that much better. I’ve been taking this class for 8 months now, and I still get nervous when I go to class wondering will I make the whole hour of this intense training. We get a 1 minute water break then BACK TO WORK!!! You get in shape, get your cardio up and learn how to protect yourself. A hell of a work out!!!

Krav Maga CDK is awesome. Simply put.
I have been looking for a Krav Maga studio with top notch and passionate instructors. About 6 months ago, I found DJ and his studio in Chevy Chase. I am getting everything I want. feel more confident and in-​shape than ever.
CDK is new (ish) but growing fast! Classes are small enough to allow you personal attention but large enough to give you a wide variety of «opponents.» An important aspect of Krav is to make sure you are in a safe environment with other students that want you to be better. DJ these types of students and is EXTREMELY focused on safety in training.
The facilities are excellent. CDK is part of an established gym with already existing facilities. So as a member of CDK, there is a pretty sweet deal on everything you could possibly need to get and stay in shape.

I love CDK. It is one of the best fitness decisions I’ve made. Every class is a challenge, and I always leave feeling extremely accomplished. Not only do I get an awesome workout, I’m also learning how to effectively defend myself, and as a girl living by herself in the city, that’s super important. DJ is a motivating, passionate, and talented instructor. I highly recommend KM CDK!

Have to say this is 1^st class. Everyone should be doing this! DJ couldn’t be a better coach.

Krav Maga CDK is the best place to go, if you’re looking to learn self defence, get fit and meet and train with some awesome people.
Located just a block away from friendship heights metro station it’s located inside a spacious full gym.
Price is great and includes access of the gym.
The head instructor D. J is a great instructor with more than 20 years experience with self defence, takewando, boxing, body building. He is a great believer in functional movement and includes it in the trainings as well. He is not just a great instructor but a great person who is always inspiring, funny and cares about his students.
I have been doing Krav maga for almost a year now and am addicted. Every time i go there, i learn something new that i cant wait to tell people about and leave the gym feeling invincible.
I will recommed krav maga CDk for anyone who is intersted in self defence and fitnesa training.

I love Krav Maga! I’ve been a student for a little over two years now. DJ is an excellent instructor, so when he decided to leave Krav Maga DC (in Gallery Place) to open his own school, Krav Maga CDK, (in Friendship Heights), I followed him. A perk of the new school is that you get gym membership in addition to your Krav membership, as a weight trainer, this is extremely useful.
I highly recommend joining Krav Maga CDK! With DJ, not only is class fun, you get a great workout and acquire life-​saving, self-​defense skills as well.

First off, this is one of the better prices for such a great experience. DJ is a great trainer with years of experience in Tae Kwon-​do, boxing, and Krav. He coaches just as well on kicks, as well as strikes, and always manages to up the aggression of the class. It is clear he loves what he does and has other trainers that do too .
The environment is great– particularly as a woman, I really value DJ’s ability to create an environment where everyone learns equally and is encouraging of one another, while learning to be incredibly aggressive when necessary :)
The location is pretty convenient, only a block and a half away from Friendship Heights metro, the gym has great locker rooms, plenty of equipment. Highly recommend to anyone either wanting to try it out or train seriously.

Pretty close to the Friendship Heights metro and located within a clean, surprisingly spacious gym. Although I’m a fan of all martial arts, Krav Maga is the most practical, self-​defense oriented one that I’ve tried so far. Can’t say enough great things about the instructor! He actually cares about the students and from what I’ve seen will work with them to address specific problems (like flinching when sparring). OH and there’s a sweet package deal where you can take krav classes and have access to the gym facilities for a really great price (especially considering the area).

I’ve been a student of Krav Maga for years and DJ is one of the best instructors I’ve had. The facilities are really nice and it’s right of the red line.

Krav Maga CDK is awesome! I never finish class without feeling like I accomplished something, and I am always learning something new. I came in with no martial arts experience, and now feel like I have the skills and the confidence to defend myself and my family if I ever need to. The head instructor, DJ, brings lots of experience and knowledge into every lesson, explaining the techniques, how and when to use them, how to stay safe, and keeping you motivated throughout. This is not a class where you punch the air in a nice neat line, you get to punch bags, mitts, and even spar with other people in the class.
The facilities are great too. The studio is in a full gym, with inexpensive parking in the building, and the metro and a suite of buses across the street. The gym has free weights, machines, racquet ball courts, a bunch of classes, and every cardio machine you can think of. The locker room is also top notch (which I appreciate after my last two gyms).
I highly recommend CDK.