Martial Arts Schools near Darien

“Excellent confidence building, home discipline and focus building program for kids. My daughter was super shy at first and now looks forward to going to class with the amazing Bill the master who work so hard and diligently to help our kids grow and become confident little ones. The time and investment will truly pay off and help your child become his/her best. Highly recommend.“

“My grandson joined about 5 months ago he looks forward to going to class every week the instructors are kind and patient this is also made a difference in his ability with making new friends and his manners this is the best thing that ever could have happened to our family because my grandson finally feels like he is part of something! ATA!“

“Awesome grappling academy. Coach Spacek is friendly and very welcoming. He is a BJJ and Judo blackbelt with a wrestling background. Great place to train if you are in the area. Great place to visit if you are not.“

“The team here is like nothing I’ve ever experienced before! They will dedicate their energy and effort to make sure your kids don’t feel excluded and feel like they belong. High recommend!“

“Wonderful place. Genuinely helpful and caring staff and instructors. My 10 year old daughter has gained confidence, balance and coordination in less than a year. Would recommend for anyone.“

“Master Kim and Master Kang command respect while making class engaging and enjoyable for all students. They differentiate their instruction effectively to support their students' varying belt / skill levels. They are aware of when to step in and give more specific instruction when a student may be struggling with form. They both have wonderful senses of humor and are kind which makes children want to come to class. I am more than impressed with how they run their facility and would highly recommend them.“

“Fantastic family friendly martial arts studio. Master Damon and Master Park are great with kids my 5 year old is having an absolute blast! Highly recommend you get your kids into their program.“

“We Hired Frank from Amalgam Martial Academy to work with kids ages 6 - 12 years over a summer camp program. Every week the kids were super excited to see Mr. Frank and learn all about self defense, good character, and discipline. He was personable with the kids and would quickly change tactics if he felt they were struggling with a concept and re-frame it in a new light. At the end of the summer the camp kids even got to break their own boards! They we so proud of themselves and the new skills they learned with Mr. Frank. If you are thinking of putting your kids in martial arts, my top recommendation is Amalgam Martial Academy and Mr. Frank. We will definitely hire them again for future summer camp programs. Thank you Mr Frank!“

“My son started at USMA 1.5 years ago and since then, my daughter and I have joined as well. We checked out several martial arts schools but were most impressed with USMA Glen Ellyn. They have helped my children develop confidence and strength as well as strengthen their discipline and respect towards others. All the instructors are great but Grand Master Lee exudes such a gentle authority. The students learn the art of taekwondo as well as the Korean culture. As an adult, I have enjoyed getting back into shape and building my strength as well as finding a group of adults that support each other.“

“Great atmosphere for learning and training. No egos in this place and everyone looks oit for each others physical safety and well being. Great bunch of guys and gals to train with“

“Our girls love this class. Master Sul is patient, knowledgeable and enjoys teaching. The class is giving them confidence, teaching self defense and valuable life skills about self esteem, respect, courtesy. They take pride in their forms and testing and are even more proud to show others. They are progressing nicely and we’ve seen a huge improvement at home with following directions and self control. Highly recommend!“

“This is One or The BEST school in the Orland Park! “ Kickhigher Martial Arts School “ is awesome place for kids to learn, grow and become more confident.My son really loves this place. He just started 3 months ago and he’s enjoying every minute of it and we too.The school is very professional, friendly and so clean. Great environment with great instructors who genuinely care about their students! Very highly recommended anyone who's interested! We love it!“

“this place is great i went there sense i was about 9 i am 13 now this place was a great inviment every one there was super nice I 100 % recommend this place to parents that are trying to get there kids out of the house and what not“

“My son was one of Master Washington's students when he first opened. He was an amazing influence and strong character role model. My son could not wait until class started. He is now an adult, and I feel his experience there made him grow up to be a better man.“

“I enjoyed working at Kids First Sports Saftey, this occupation helped a lot for my personal growth and customer service skills.“

“My nieces have been taking Taekwondo classes with Master Al for about 2 years I believe and have accomplished receiving their black belts within that time. The training they've gotten has been AMAZING! I'm always in awe whenever I'm in town visiting. I visited from Hawaii and Master Al has always remembered me whenever I drop in to watch their classes. He truly cares and loves what he does. My nieces truly love coming here! And they love showing me what they've learned! My nieces have gone to Nationals and he even scheduled for my nieces to do their Black Belt Promotion for when I was able to be in town for a visit.. which meant a lot to me! I recommend this place to anyone looking to put their kids in a sport because they will truly learn a lot.. not only about exercise and discipline.. but a lot they can take with them in life. Now I want to take Taekwondo! Thank you for all you do Master Al! Maddie & Kailees Aunt (Melanie)“

“I was a practitioner for about 15 years until the age of 18 and had to leave for college. I worked up to my second degree black belt and it took 15 years, so you can assume this school believes in the philosophies a martial arts school should: discipline, hard work and perseverance. I am currently 21 years old and I owe Hapkido my life as it taught me self discipline at such a young age and led me to carry those same philosophies throughout high school up into the present. I love Hapkido because of the culture this school produces. The culture of confidence, not arrogance. The culture of movement and life, not stillness. The culture of love, not hate. Grand Master Chang and Master Austria have given me life beyond my years. I highly recommend this school to anyone who cares about caring for themselves or their family. It focuses on self defense techniques that could literally save your life someday. This school is a place where kids can grow up and become leaders rather than followers. It is a place where you push yourself to be a better you. I can't stress how greatly appreciative I am of this wonderful school and all the amazing mentors I had. Do yourself a favor and sign up as soon as possible!“

“Returning to my karate dojo after a hiatus of 9 years was like coming home to family. The sensei here are truly exceptional, providing not only expert guidance in martial arts but also instilling values of discipline, respect, and perseverance. Since my return 4 years ago, I've experienced remarkable growth both in my skills and character, thanks to their dedication and encouragement. This dojo is more than just a place to train; it's a community where individuals are empowered to reach their fullest potential. I wholeheartedly recommend this dojo to anyone seeking not only to master karate but also to cultivate a strong mind, body, and spirit. I've put a picture of about 7-9 years ago below“

“Happy to have 2 my boys with ATA, good dedicated coaches (they really care!), great program. I strongly recommend!“

“This gym is a nice one it has all you really need, and it is quiet. This would be a 5 star if they had an incline bench in better shape.“

“Decades of experience in the south suburbs, a great place for the whole family to be able to learn martial arts together!“