Burning Tree Mixed Martial Arts
About
Burning Tree Mixed Martial Arts in Baltimore offers comprehensive training in mixed martial arts, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and Muay Thai. The gym is co-owned by David Sztajer, a 7th degree black belt in Kenpo Karate, and Xavier Agnelli, a certified ACE personal trainer and firearms instructor. This combination provides members with expertise in traditional martial arts, modern fitness, and practical self-defense applications. The facility features a clean, spacious studio environment conducive to learning and practice.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the instructors, particularly David Sztajer, Charlie, and Brian, for their professional yet approachable teaching style. Parents note significant improvements in their children's focus, discipline, and confidence since starting training. Reviewers appreciate the clear explanations of techniques and the clean, spacious facility. Many highlight the family-friendly atmosphere and value the practical self-defense skills gained, with specific mention of free women's self-defense classes being particularly beneficial.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Angel Simpson
a year ago
When my daughter attended karate, she was like seven years old. They were very great with her show. Her techniques things that will bring her along. Her life has been a woman. They also are awesome great teachers very polite people great techniques and karate team is also well and professional and great. My daughter is doing a very great job with them. I will Reference people to them because they are awesome and everything they do with this karate place that we attend with them. Mr. David is awesome with Khaliyah and going forward with teacher her hug Great techniques.
Hertasha James
8 years ago
Mr. David is great instructor. Instructors Mr. Charlie and Mr. Brian are great as well. The Sztajer Martial Arts team is very professional and kid friendly. My son focus in school has improved since he started Sztajer Martial Arts. My son loves Kenpo. Very Happy Mom
Kelly Wilson
5 months ago
My grandson has learned discipline, confidence and martial arts techniques. I am so glad my husband made the decision to enroll him, it was the best choice.
B Sheets
11 years ago
I've known David for a few years and always enjoyed training with him when the opportunity arose. So i was pretty excited when he opened up his own school within driving distance. He has a hunger for learning, and love of teaching American Kenpo, has excellent control when demonstrating a move or physical concept, and is an all around chill guy.
Kathy Gressieux
2 years ago
I attended the women's self defense class today (and, it was FREE!!). David explained and demonstrated techniques for strategies to break holds and get away from attackers. Excellent instruction, clean, spacious studio and easy to understand explanations of basic body mechanics to use for personal protection. Every woman should know these basics!
Contact
10210 S Dolfield Rd, Owings Mills, MD 21117, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
David Sztajer
Co-Owner, Instructor
7th Degree Black Belt in Kenpo Karate
Began training in 1997, earned 1st Degree Black Belt in 2000, founded Sztajer's Martial Arts LLC in 2014. Teaches Karate, Kung Fu, and Kid-Jitsu.
Xavier Agnelli
Co-Owner, Instructor, Health & Fitness Coach
Certified ACE Personal Trainer, Certified Firearms Instructor
Over 30 years of training in Judo, Tae Kwon Do, American Kenpo Karate, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Certified in sports nutrition and weight management.