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Top 10 martial arts classes in Elgin, IL

Students agree: these Elgin martial arts classes are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Safe International Milwaukee

Safe International Milwaukee

Serves Elgin, IL
Safe International Milwaukee Self Defense, located in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, is a leading mobile self-defense company. They are not your typical martial arts or fighting system. Instead, they focus on violence management and prevention, offering comprehensive self-defense strategies that cover physical, psychological, verbal, and emotional aspects. Certified Partner William Stedman and his team are committed to helping individuals in the Greater Milwaukee area feel safer and more confident in their day-to-day lives.
Master Moses Karate Center

Master Moses Karate Center

13+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL & Online
;7 Dan Black Belt Tae Kwon Doe ;40 years experience in martial arts ;teaching tae kwon doe, karate, kung fu ;group lesssons and private lessons ;can travel to you up to 5 miles ;learn self defence, get in shape, lose weight, more cofidence, more control, more self discipline and more ;5 years and up; female and males; children and adults ;martial arts ranking system from white belt up to 6 dan black belt for tae kwon doe ;helping children to be able to defense themselves ;helping children to learn respect and manner...
Elite Pro Performance

Elite Pro Performance

5.0(2)
3 hires on Lessons.com
38+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL & Online
Ivania R. says, "I had been looking for a boxing instructor and found Milan, he is a great teacher that is very insightful in what he teaches and has a lot of experience. I went from knowing nothing to being confident in defending myself! " Read more
Illinois Shotokan Karate Clubs

Illinois Shotokan Karate Clubs

47+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL
We have been teaching karate for over 40 years and teach children and adults all over the Chicagoland area become more confident and learn to protect themselves. All instructors have 15+ years of experience, all CPR certified and have a passion and love for karate. We love teaching students respect for themselves and others as well as confidence. We love seeing our young students become community leaders.
Kyuki-Do Martial Arts Of Bartlett

Kyuki-Do Martial Arts Of Bartlett

7+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL
Kyuki-Do is a Korean blended form that takes the best out of Karate, TaeKwonDo, Hapkido, Judo and Jujitsu, which basically is saying it takes the best of striking, kicking, locking, throwing and grappling. It covers top to bottom. This is what makes it stand out. I also have fantastic PreK programs. PreK 3 - 4 year olds and PreK 5 - 6 year old classes. They focus on developing their physical, intelluctual, emotional and social skills. It is so much more than marial arts. Helping develop kids to be confident and have a Yes I Can Attitude! Being a woman small business owner, I love helping other women become knowledgable from my Ladies S...
Rogue Warriors Training Compound

Rogue Warriors Training Compound

5.0Exceptional(6)
9+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL & Online
TJ P. says, "Training the old way full go no BS! You earn what you keep the dues keep the doors open the passion to teach in a manner that proves it's not about the money it's about the student. In the chance you are forced to use what you have learned you WILL be ready! The knowledge stays with you and evolves every secound. If you are serious about your training you have come to the right place, if not you get hurt plain and simple. Come ready and come often and never loose your focus or you will be the first to realise why that is the most important aspect of training, so your partner and you get the most from these highly respected and knowledgeable instructors and the man who brings it all together, as serious as a heart attack and as understanding and kind as a best friend, Len Sly! If you live in the area hands down you are waiting your time anywhere else, and I speak from many years of training in multiple places. So if you are serious about your training and growing in the combative arts this is the place for you, no questions asked! If I was in a place were my life was in danger I would be Honored to have any of these men and women by my side old or new young and distingguished they would have your back till the end any given day. That's what a family is all about." Read more
Traditional Chinese Kung-fu Lessons

Traditional Chinese Kung-fu Lessons

28+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL
I studied Chinese kung-fu from 1993 in China with several famous kung-fu masters. The traditional Chinese kung-fu is like folks music among the people. They impart knowledge only from fathers to sons or Shifus to disciples. There are a lot of smart tricks/skill that we can use in modern fighting. Although traditional Chinese kung-fu is not a perfect sport knowledge system, it contains lots of experience from ancient war. In the modern world, we don't really need it, but we can keep it as culture. We can get health, peaceful,endurance and energy form it. I focus to two kinds students. One is people working hard mentally, for example IT program...
DF Training Methods

DF Training Methods

5.0(2)
3 hires on Lessons.com
4+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL
Chris L. says, "Working with Dylan is awesome, learned a lot and had fun " Read more
Bruce Piazza

Bruce Piazza

2+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL
Twenty years plus I have trained baseball and softball athletes. Mostly between 12 and 16 u levels. Specializing in training and developing hitting skills. There is a lot of moving parts in developing an average hitter into a good hitter, good hitting into a elite hitter. The athlete must understand the core basics of hitting. SET, LOAD, SWING MECHANICS, BALANCE AND FINISH. Then the secret becomes communicating with the athlete on how to apply the basic mechanics to his or her approach to hitting. This is were the difference comes in. Though practice, repetition and good old hard work and athlete can improve their skills which will result in
Axé Academy

Axé Academy

5.0(3)
Top Pro
16+ years in business
Serves Elgin, IL
Martha C. says, "Professor Bambu is knowledgeable, well prepared, witty, and insightful. A highly experienced practitioner who takes his craft seriously. He trains not only your body, but also your thoughts. Despite his advanced rank, he is humble, compassionate, and humorous, creating a welcoming learning environment for all. Take his classes every chance you get. The world has few such teachers." Read more

Your Martial Arts Classes questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.

What is mixed martial arts (MMA)?

Mixed martial arts (MMA) is a full-contact combat spot that incorporates striking, footwork, and grappling techniques from boxing, wrestling, jiu-jitsu, and Muay Thai. Many MMA fighters also blend techniques from judo, karate, kung fu, kickboxing, and other martial arts.

Mixed martial arts competitions take place in an octagon-shaped ring, sometimes called a "cage", with fighters competing against others in their weight class. Fighters are free to punch, kick, knee, elbow, slam, and grapple their opponents. However, for safety purposes, biting, eye gouging, head butting, and certain other moves are against the rules.

How much do mixed martial arts classes cost?

Mixed martial arts classes cost $100 to $180+ per month on average, depending on the class age range, number of classes per week, combination of martial arts taught, and the coach's expertise and reputation. MMA gyms are typically more expensive if they have well-known coaches who are UFC champions on staff, with some membership fees reaching $300 per month.

Many MMA gyms offer a 1-day drop-in option for $10 to $20 to give you the chance to attend a class and see if the gym is right for you.

Is mixed martial arts good for self-defense?

Mixed martial arts (MMA) is ideal for self-defense training because you'll learn a combination of skills and techniques to help you escape dangerous confrontations without injury. MMA's "no holds barred" style is often considered the closest to real-life fighting when compared to other martial arts.

However, MMA does not teach you techniques like knife defense or how to disarm an opponent with a weapon. MMA training is also geared toward dealing with only one attacker at a time.

What does mixed martial arts training help with?

Mixed martial arts (MMA) training incorporates strikes—including punches, knees, and elbows—short and long-range kicks, groundwork, and grappling. You'll also practice controlled and supervised sparring. This training provides a wide range of benefits:

  • Build your confidence
  • Improve your discipline
  • Get fit and increase your endurance
  • Improve your strength, balance, and flexibility
  • Reduce stress and improve your concentration

Where can I learn mixed martial arts near me?

Follow these tips to find the best mixed martial arts gym near you:

  • Research the instructors' competition record and reputation.
  • Read gym and instructor reviews on Lessons and Google.
  • Confirm the gym offers classes for your experience level.
  • Visit the gym in person to confirm it is clean and well-maintained and the staff is professional.
  • Take advantage of their free one-day pass to take a class and ensure the gym is a good fit for you.
  • Get a copy of the membership contract in writing before making any payments.

What questions should I ask mixed martial arts gyms?

Before deciding on an MMA gym, be sure to ask these questions:

  • Is the gym beginner friendly?
  • What kind of membership contracts do you offer?
  • Do you offer a free trial class or one-day pass?
  • What is your class schedule?
  • How many students do you have?
  • How many students are in a typical class?
  • What is the instructor's competition record?
  • What kind of uniform or clothing is required?
  • Do your students and instructors compete regularly?
  • How often do you clean your mats?

Reviews for Elgin martial arts classes

Recent success stories from people in the Elgin area.
Alexa R.
Milan is AWESOME! I am so happy to be working with him. He comes to my home to train me. He is extremely informative and very comfortable to be around =)
Elite Pro Performance
Nora T.
The attention to detail from the instructor, and the willingness for everyone to help me learn.
Rogue Warriors Training Compound
Laura N.
Dylan has been great to train with! He is friendly, relaxed, professional, and comfortable to work with. He knows his stuff and provides helpful advice and tips throughout the session. You can tell he is pationate about what he does. We work at a pace that isn't overwhelming, but still he makes the most out of the hour session. I always leave feeling good about what we've worked on!
DF Training Methods
Michael W.
The instruction is great, and the instructor cares about his craft and his students.
Axé Academy
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