Main Event Boxing and Fitness
“He is great for beginners, experienced, and kids that want to learn how to box.”
Best Kickboxing Classes near Evanston, IL
2 of these gyms are based in Evanston; the others serve Evanston from Chicago (14 mi), Wilmette (2 mi) and Northbrook (9 mi).
14 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Fitness Matrix
“Great gym would highly reddens for anyone wanting to get in shape with a great community and different options for all fitness goals / martial arts.”
Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts
“From the great instructors to close knit community, this place is the best to learn martial arts while getting a work out while also making life long friends.”
Chicago Mixed Martial Arts
“Everyone here is incredibly friendly and here for your development as a martial artist and person.”
Staley Martial Arts
“Instructors and students are all encouraging and helpful with constructive tips.”
Ultimate Kicks Taekwondo
“This is a class for self defense, dicipline and structure.”
The 15 gyms listed for Evanston, IL teach kickboxing, muay thai or both. What each gym says about timetables, junior classes and sparring comes from its own website, alongside public review scores.
Area overview: Evanston, IL
The 15 gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,380 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 14 are open on Saturdays and 9 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 10 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 4 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enroll.
Which gyms listed for Evanston hold a high review score?
All 15 gyms on this page sit in the upper rating band in public reviews. A score tells you how a place treats its members and keeps its equipment, not whether the coaching suits you, so read the quotes underneath rather than the number.
Alpha Krav Maga Compound
“Just come in and give it your best and you'll quickly see that the instructors all care about their students.”
Muay Thai Chicago Aiki Training Hall
“Rick, Dario, Sherwin, and Adam have years of experience coaching people across varying skill levels - from complete beginners to high caliber athletes - and always exemplify patience, hard work, and diligence”
Benjilany Striking
“They are welcoming to all skill levels, I've had zero prior martial arts experience and the improvements from the time I've started have been noticeable.”
Frank's Martial Arts
“My grandson really blossomed after gaining self confidence while taking classes here.”
TDC MMA + Fitness
“So glad to have found this place and the owner really cares for each and every person.”
Chicago Fitness Center
“This is a no shame gym, if you're looking to get i to shape, they work with you”
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Mind Body Defense
“I always learn something new in every class and always leave sweaty from a great workout and with a smile because it makes me feel empowered!”
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Chicago Thai Boxing Academy
“I am always willing to learn new tips and tricks to make my game better - and man, the training itself is superb - the classes are superb.”
Mission MMA & Fitness
“The coaches always offer the best advice and more experienced fighters do too.”
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