Thank you and Goodbye!
After 20 incredible years, the time has come for us to close the doors of Competitive Edge Martial Arts on Thursday, June 11, 2026
This decision was not made lightly. Over the years, we have faced and survived many challenges together — including three devastating floods at our Fort Washington location that eventually forced us to move to higher ground, Covid, a tornado at our Maple Glen location, and many other obstacles along the way. Unfortunately, with the economy the way it is today, the school is no longer able to sustain itself.
As difficult as this goodbye is, our hearts are filled with gratitude.
We want to sincerely thank every parent who trusted us to be part of their child’s martial arts journey and every student who walked through our doors over the past two decades. It has truly been an honor to teach, mentor, encourage, and watch so many students grow — not only as martial artists, but as people.
Competitive Edge became much more than a martial arts school to us. It became a family.
Many of you watched Brandon grow up inside these walls. He practically grew up at Competitive Edge, began teaching at a very young age, and loved every minute of working with the students and families who became such a big part of our lives.
We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the incredible instructors who dedicated so much of their time, knowledge, and passion to our students throughout the years. A special thank you to Marie O’Donnell, our Taekwondo instructor, and Bob Mattis, our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor, along with all of the instructors who helped make Competitive Edge what it was. Your commitment, loyalty, and care for the students meant more than words can express.
We hope that in some small way, the lessons taught here — discipline, confidence, perseverance, respect, and heart — made a positive difference in the lives of our students. Please know that each and every one of you also made a lasting impact on us.
We will always cherish the memories, friendships, laughter, tournaments, classes, challenges, and accomplishments we shared together throughout these 20 years.
Thank you for allowing us to be part of your lives and your children’s lives. We will never forget our time with all of you.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Sharon, Brandon and Staff
Competitive Edge Martial Arts