Synergy Martial Arts
Synergy Karate Studio, 1360 Blair Dr E & F, E & F, Odenton, MD 21113
About
Synergy Martial Arts offers kids martial arts, teen martial arts, and adult martial arts that include martial arts training, self-defense techniques, and Tang Soo Do. The program also offers After-School Karate that combines martial arts training with homework help and educational activities, as well as a Summer Camp that blends martial arts with physical and educational activities. Kids Martial Arts, Teen Martial Arts, and Adult Martial Arts are described as programs tailored for different age groups within the school.
• Ages: 5–17 years old
• Schedule: Class and program options Monday–Friday 10:00 am–9:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Synergy Martial Arts has over 30 years of experience and describes itself as a premier martial arts location with a family-oriented approach. The school’s core values of honesty, compassion, and self-esteem guide every lesson, and it states an emphasis on rejecting dishonesty, laziness, disrespect, insincerity, and complacency. The mission statement explains that the program focuses on personal growth, discipline, focus, and personal development alongside physical skills, and that it aims to shape strong, confident, respectful, and empowered individuals. The school describes itself as a community built on respect, discipline, continuous growth, and collective engagement, and it notes that students build strong friendships and learn from one another.
The leadership team includes Master Derek DePaolis as Owner and Head Instructor and Master Michael DePaolis as Lead Martial Arts Instructor, with Derek DePaolis also listed as Head Instructor. Master Derek DePaolis holds a 6th Degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do and is a 2023 International Tang Soo Do Federation Hall of Fame Inductee. Master Michael DePaolis holds a 4th Degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do and received the 2023 International Tang Soo Do Spirit Award. The program highlights that it has expert instructors and offers a free trial class invitation. Under the leadership of Master Derek and Master Michael, Synergy Martial Arts is described as a cornerstone of the Odenton community and a thriving community where students of all ages gain confidence, build character, and develop essential life skills.
Last updated January 24, 2026.
• Ages: 5–17 years old
• Schedule: Class and program options Monday–Friday 10:00 am–9:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Synergy Martial Arts has over 30 years of experience and describes itself as a premier martial arts location with a family-oriented approach. The school’s core values of honesty, compassion, and self-esteem guide every lesson, and it states an emphasis on rejecting dishonesty, laziness, disrespect, insincerity, and complacency. The mission statement explains that the program focuses on personal growth, discipline, focus, and personal development alongside physical skills, and that it aims to shape strong, confident, respectful, and empowered individuals. The school describes itself as a community built on respect, discipline, continuous growth, and collective engagement, and it notes that students build strong friendships and learn from one another.
The leadership team includes Master Derek DePaolis as Owner and Head Instructor and Master Michael DePaolis as Lead Martial Arts Instructor, with Derek DePaolis also listed as Head Instructor. Master Derek DePaolis holds a 6th Degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do and is a 2023 International Tang Soo Do Federation Hall of Fame Inductee. Master Michael DePaolis holds a 4th Degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do and received the 2023 International Tang Soo Do Spirit Award. The program highlights that it has expert instructors and offers a free trial class invitation. Under the leadership of Master Derek and Master Michael, Synergy Martial Arts is described as a cornerstone of the Odenton community and a thriving community where students of all ages gain confidence, build character, and develop essential life skills.
Last updated January 24, 2026.
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