Hidden gems - Martial arts schools in Chicago, United States not to miss (Updated February, 2024)

Hidden gems: Martial arts schools in Chicago

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Chicago. This list contains 20 places from Martial arts school category.

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Notorious Fitness

Fitness center

👍👍 I’ve been a member with notorious since 2017 on and off. We’ve currently relocated and the new space is great! It’s so spacious and the atmosphere is amazing! The classes that are offered are great! I usually do CrossFit and Kickboxing but they offer steel mace, yoga, raw strength, open gym, kung fu...

5.00 (133 reviews)

Uflacker Academy

Martial arts school

5.00 (118 reviews)

Chicago School Of Grappling

Martial arts school

No-nonsense studio for martial arts instruction, including boxing, kickboxing, Jiu-Jitsu & more.

5.00 (113 reviews)

10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Chicago

Jujitsu school

5.00 (59 reviews)

BJJ X Yoga Studio

Martial arts school

👍👍 My son (10y) and I have been training here for almost 4 yrs now. Great atmosphere and welcoming training partners. Jeff is a top level instructor who allows you to learn at your own pace. My jiu-jitsu and health and fitness have improved so much, so happy I found this place!

5.00 (25 reviews)

The Fight Farm

Muay Thai boxing gym

👍👍 random

5.00 (21 reviews)

Chicago Movement Gym

Fitness center

👍👍 Can "working out" make you stronger and be fun at the same time? YES, YES, YES! We are so lucky that Dr. Khong and his movers are here to teach us how to move better, get stronger and have fun along the way. A natural movement gym is FINALLY IN CHICAGO! Let's get moving!!!!

5.00 (16 reviews)

POW! Kids West Loop

Martial arts school

👍👍 My youngest daughter began taking classes at POW! about a 1.5 years ago. She's always been incredibly introverted, tall and a bit awkward with her body, as well as trying her best to keep up with the athletic, stronger kids. About 2 months ago, she began taking a concentrated schedule of classes w...

5.00 (14 reviews)

Supreme JIU JITSU Chicago Idriz Redzovic Gym

Martial arts school

4.90 (132 reviews)

Titan Gym

Self defense school

👍👍 20/20 recommend to anyone looking for high quality training in Chicago or online. Incredible workouts, quality instruction, friendly people. I leave every class feeling accomplished, stronger, and sweaty as hell. As an athlete, I have been looking for workout classes or gyms that tap into the discip...

4.90 (102 reviews)

Krav Maga Illinois

Martial arts school

👍👍 I am so proud to be a member of a such an amazing self defense training center! Here you can shed all your worries, stresses and fears because the instructors teach you real world scenario self defense. Expect to walk out of every class feeling stronger, and more confident in the skills you learn. M...

4.90 (65 reviews)

Mission MMA & Fitness

Martial arts school

👍👍 Awesome instructors, clean facilities, and a friendly/collaborative culture. Everyone wants to help each member improve. Great way to get a good workout while having fun and learning martial arts.

4.90 (60 reviews)

Chicago Fitness Center

Fitness center

👍👍 You'll never want to leave this gym

4.90 (54 reviews)

EKF Martial Arts

Martial arts school

4.90 (44 reviews)

Long Life Studio

Martial arts school

👍👍 Honestly I recommend this place for anyone. My little guy is part of family since kindergarten , yes it’s part of family because you feel how others care for you here!!! The sensei Marek is very kind, genuine and shows how much jiu jitsu can positively impact a person if they simply decide to step o...

4.90 (17 reviews)

Bel Air Martial Arts & Fitness

Martial arts school

4.80 (24 reviews)

Chicago Thai Boxing Academy

Muay Thai boxing gym

👍👍 I can't think of many reasons why this gym is not your go to gym for Muay Thai in Chicago. Had a tough day at work? De-stress here. Your gf broke up with you? Come cry on the coach's shoulders. Your mom is disappointed in you? Make her proud by bringing her here with you. Want to lose some weigh...

4.70 (78 reviews)

Goyitas Martial Arts

Martial arts school

4.70 (31 reviews)

Chicago Muay Thai Kickboxing Club

Muay Thai boxing gym

😠 I have trained here on and off before and then more recently for the past 6-7 months. I think the instructors and program is solid but their membership plan and unwillingness to pause due to injury is very unreasonable. I recently fractured my left ankle plus pinched a nerve and they are unwilling t...

4.60 (89 reviews)

Bravo Martial Arts

Martial arts school

4.60 (19 reviews)

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Hidden gems: Martial arts schools in Chicago, United States