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Bams Martial Arts & Fitness
4.9 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Tai chi studio in Laurel, Maryland
Certified instruction — reviews and the studio's own info point to a recognized tai chi program or lineage (think Tai Chi for Health / Dr. Paul Lam, the Taoist Tai Chi Society, or a named family-style teacher). If credentials matter to you, ask which program the instructor is certified in and which style they teach.
Plan your first class
- Great for seniors welcoming to older adults, with slow, low-impact movement for balance, mobility and fall prevention
- Beginners welcome all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or flexible to start
- Online & Zoom classes live online or Zoom classes you can follow along with from home
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule thebams.com — see the live class schedule and book
- Phone +1 301-776-0909
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–9 pm |
| Thursday | 3–9 pm |
| Friday | 3–9 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The Bams impressive team can take any individual (beginner, like myself, or blackbelt) to a whole new level in their martial arts/self defense skills/fitness/attitude.”
“They were offering classes via zoom due to covid and also in person following necessary protocols.”
“They have all levels so I never felt out of place.”
What students say
“The Bams impressive team can take any individual (beginner, like myself, or blackbelt) to a whole new level in their martial arts/self defense skills/fitness/attitude.”
“The professor and Master K are professional, organized, and thorough.”
From the reviews
I found The BAMs four years ago in my search for an intense workout. From the moment I arrived I knew I was in the right place. It has been an awesome journey with both personal highs and lows. Martial Arts was something new for me coming from a ballet background.
Bams Martial Arts and Fitness is a great place for children ages 2 and up to learn martial arts. My daughter Trinity has improved in being assertive, student helper overall skilled in class. It's truly amazing to see how much Trinity has bloomed over the years with Ms. Kimber and Professor Bam.
It's a small style family owned martial arts studio. They were offering classes via zoom due to covid and also in person following necessary protocols. My 15 yr old grandson attends. He's never taken any martial arts or self defense classes or sports classes before. He loves his karate class.
I became interested in Martial Arts after taking a Tai Chi class with the county recreation department. As an adult beginner I was looking for dedicated adult class at a time I could attend. This is what initially attracted me to The BAMs because they had twice a week classes at 8:20 pm.
New to tai chi? Start at Bams Martial Arts & Fitness
Bams Martial Arts & Fitness comes up as a beginner-friendly studio, going by its listing and students' reviews. If you've never tried tai chi, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first session. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — the movements are slow and gentle, you set your own pace, and many can be done seated if standing is hard. Second, there's nothing to buy and nothing to keep up with — wear comfortable clothes and flat, flexible shoes, and simply follow along. Third, all ages and abilities really are welcome — ask whether there's a dedicated beginners or all-levels class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most studios are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first tai chi class at Bams Martial Arts & Fitness
Nervous about walking into a tai chi class for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a gentle warm-up, then learning a few slow movements of the form, step by step — no pressure to get it perfect, and you can rest or sit whenever you need to. What to wear: loose, comfortable clothing you can move in, and flat, flexible shoes (some studios practice in socks or bare feet). What to bring: water, and that's about it — there's no equipment to buy. Arrive a few minutes early to say hello to the instructor and mention it's your first class. It comes together faster than you'd think — most people feel far more at ease by their second or third visit.
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