Joon Lee's Taekwondo & Martial Arts School
“The classes focus on both physical and mental skills, and our son has made great progress in both.”
Best Karate Classes near Oak Park, IL
2 of these schools are based in Oak Park; the others serve Oak Park from towns including Chicago (6 mi), Elmwood Park (3 mi) and Franklin Park (5 mi).
12 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
“As a parent, I love their focus on community over competition as well as the opportunity to have a shared experience with my kids.”
Flying V Martial Arts
“Not only for its physical training but also the morality it teaches children; self respect and respect of others.”
ATA Martial Arts of Franklin Park
“They care more about the students personal growth than just teaching martial arts.”
Self Defense Centers
“Master Tim is always so patient with my son.”
606 Karate & Self-Defense
“It's an inclusive environment with a variety of skill levels.”
Karate schools listed for Oak Park, IL fill the 15 cards on this page. The style each one teaches, its junior classes and its grading schedule are taken from its own website, alongside public review scores.
Area overview: Oak Park, IL
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 1,484 reviews; 10 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence", "skills" and "atmosphere". 12 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 13 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2002. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 3 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 9 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
Can I book a karate trial online with schools listed for Oak Park?
Bookings are taken through their own sites by 5 of the 15 schools. When you book, say your age and whether you have trained before, since the beginner group and the main class are often different hours. Confirm which one you are walking into.
Academy Of Self Defense
“I only trained there for a few months but the instructors are incredible, eager to teach new students and will work with you if you don't understand something right away.”
Hu Shin Kai Karate
“Good teachers, we really enjoy it”
Wrights Traditional Kung Fu
“Its the best kong fu the best experience ever.”
Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts
“Great instructors, and they make them earn their promotions.”
Culture of Safety Dojo & Wellness Center
“Our kiddo (age 6) loved it and was very well regulated, positive, and motivated to try new things, all of which are often hard for her.”
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Redzovic Jiu Jitsu Lincoln Square
“The advanced class has many experienced grapplers and the instructor is great!”
Fonseca Martial Arts
“Both my kids (13 yr old boy and 9 yr old girl) have been practicing karate here for years.”
Whirlwin Martial Arts
“Enjoys going to class and we enjoy watching him learn new skills.”
Golden Tigers Taekwondo Inc.
“My daughter is excited to learn more karate it is a place where she is learning discipline and respect”
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