Blue Ridge Martial Arts Academy in Bedford, Va. and Sensei Burns have been a blessing to our son James and our family. Our son James is 6 years old and has cerebral palsy; his left side is weaker than his right side, but after 1 1/2 years of karate it isn’t as weak as it was. He has improved and his body is more balanced. James started taking physical therapy at 18 months old. This past summer his physical therapist released him. She said karate twice a week was more beneficial than anything she could do twice a month.

I am very grateful for all that Blue Ridge Martial Arts does. I truly see a shift in my son when he comes home from class. He absolutely loves his time at the Academy.  We notice an improvement in his self-esteem and confidence within himself. Staff is kind and polite. Instructors are respectful and knowledgeable.