” I feel so fortunate that in our small town of Falmouth there is such an extraordinary teacher as Maureen Burke. As a master teacher she teaches much more than the physical movements in the tai chi or karate form. She embodies the principles of martial arts, including compassion, commitment, patience. I love that my 5 year old son can learn not only to take care of himself with the physical moves but also begin to experience the depth of Tang Soo Do and hopefully use these tools in his life.” – Jill RG ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“This is an amazing martial arts studio, whether for a child, a teenager or an adult. Master Burke is a very talented, compassionate teacher and tailors the instruction for the student’s needs. Whether you are studying Tang Soo Do or Tai Chi with her, it will be a very enriching experience. LAB in Falmouth” – Lou AnnB ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“I discovered 7 Stars Academy while searching for a martial arts school for my 7-year old son. He bonded immediately with Maureen Burke (something he hadn’t done with the instructors at the other schools I checked out). Seeing how much he was getting out of the experience, I signed up my other son and myself 6 months later. What a ride it’s been!! We all reached levels and accomplished goals I would’ve thought impossible. My health, flexibility, confidence, self-defense techniques, endurance (and the list goes on), all reached new heights. What makes her and her school special? She truly cares about each student, and in turn, the students all support each other, rather than compete against each other. New students are always made to feel welcome. My 7-year-old son is now a 21-year-old US Marine. Whenever he comes home to visit, he never fails to stop in at the school to say HI. He knows the role that Maureen Burke and 7 Stars Academy played in his life.” – Andrew C ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Great school, really good teacher who relates well with her students, and a good way to learn self defense and get exercise that is very addicting.” – Bob F ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Head Instructor Maureen Burke is a Master Black Belt and certified instructor in Tang Soo Do and a first degree Black Belt in Kempo Karate. She has been teaching for over 30 years. Master Burke exemplifies all the great qualities found in a teacher and a mentor- she is clear in her instruction, approachable, supportive and works with students on different abilities. At Seven Stars Academy, students of different age groups learn not only traditional Karate techniques but how to stay safe on the streets. Ways to enhance one’s body, mind and spirit are often incorporated into the training. The curriculum also fosters the importance of values such as self-respect, respect of others, conflict resolution, modesty, goal-setting, risk-taking and self-actualization. If you are enrolled at Seven Stars Academy for the Martial Arts, you become part of the big family. Often, children who take classes have their parents join the school as well. This is a real gem on Cape Cod! – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“To be a student at Seven Stars Academy of Martial Arts is to be part of more than just another Karate school. Seven Stars Academy of Martial Arts is a special place to grow physically, metally, and spiritually, and the world becomes a better place thirty-five years ago, when Maureen Burke became a teacher. Take a class and see what I mean! – EJ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“I trained as a 50+ individual at Seven Stars for 8+ years through 3rd degree Black Belt. Master Burke both pushed and supported me through my training. When my son turned 4, he started training in Little Dragons class, and 13 years later will, hopefully, test for his 3rd degree Black Belt next Spring. Again, Master Burke has both pushed and supported him. Regardless of your age, Master Burke runs a dojang where you can flourish. My highest recommendation!” – Alan Jacobs from Falmouth Mediation ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“My son trained here when he was young. I loved it but, later football took over. Either way I was so impressed with Maureen and all her staff. They were professional and both funny and so great with the kids. Master Chief comes right to mind. I miss all of them. I would highly recommend this dojo.” – Sean Pierce from Financial Planner ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️