Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts
“It's a great space for people who enjoy challenging themselves in various ways (Bjj, Muay Thai, Kali, Boxing, and more).”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Chicago, IL
22 gyms listed · all 22 in Chicago · 2 open 24/7 · 21 open weekends · all 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Krav Maga Illinois
“Great place very welcoming very knowledgeable very respectful very clean just an all-around great place to train and hone your skills.”
Warrior Evolution MMA
“Shout out to couch, Karla; she has been a great instructor from day one, and though it's a group training, Karla pays attention to each member and tries to improve its moves and stances.”
Axé Capoeira Chicago
“Salve CM Bambu is Axe Through and Through all the students welcome you with open arms!!”
Chicago Mixed Martial Arts
“Rosie teaches most of the Muay Thai classes, and she is an incredible coach who will really get to know you and who cares a lot about helping everyone improve their technique and getting more women involved in MMA.”
Valko Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“Valko BJJ has students from all kinds of levels and it is excellent for hobbyists and competitors.”
The 22 gyms listed for Chicago, IL teach martial arts and combat sports. Styles taught, kids' programs and class times come from each gym's own pages, with star ratings from public reviews.
Area overview: Chicago, IL
All 22 gyms we list here are in Chicago itself. We have 108 gyms in Chicago on file; this page shows the highest-rated 22. The gyms on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 2,681 reviews; all 22 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "community". 2 are open around the clock; 21 are open on Saturdays and 11 on Sundays. 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 62 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 11 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 22 of the gyms on this page; 17 publish a contact page; 13 list a public email and 10 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enroll.
Which gyms listed for Chicago show a timetable online?
All 22 gyms have a website on file. The useful ones name the instructor against each slot and mark which classes take beginners. A site built around the founder's rank and a contact form tells you nothing about the Tuesday night you would actually be standing in.
Pow! Gym Chicago & Chicago Parisi Speed School
“My son has gone for weekend Ninja class and that was also fantastic!”
Brazil 021 BJJ
“Professor Andres and Professor Hannette Staack run the school and they do a great job.”
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Downtown Jiu Jitsu Club Chicago
“I have been training at Downtown Jiu Jitsu Club since August and have nothing but good things to say about the club, instructors, and other members.”
Chicago School Of Grappling
“The instructors are friendly and knowledgeable and the other students are eager to help each other succeed.”
Culture of Safety Dojo & Wellness Center
“Kyren and Amy do a great job with karate classes, our daughter loves it.”
Double Five Jiu-Jitsu
“I have and would recommended it to anyone interested in trying BJJ.”
Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu in Chicago
“A place that respects the martial art, with great professors and a methodology to teach jiu jitsu.”
Muay Thai Chicago Aiki Training Hall
“They go to far lengths to help every single student, spending extended amounts of time before and after class with individuals.”
Pure Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Catherine is a phenomenal instructor who is more than willing to take the time to make sure all of her students grasp the ideas of the days lesson.”
Benjilany Striking
“Perfect pacing to classes, fast enough to get good work in, slow enough for deliberate practice.”
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Redzovic Jiu Jitsu Lincoln Square
“Hands down the best jui-jitsu gym in Chicago, top notch instructors and a sense of family when you go here, would recommend this place hands down.”
Frank's Martial Arts
“He is tough and won't let the kids get away with things, but also kind and understanding.”
Bender Martial Arts and Fitness
“Jiu Jitsu is very challenging both physically and mentally but Jason (the main instructor) does a fantastic job of breaking down the movements in ways that make it easy to comprehend”
Vianna Brothers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“My daughter is always eager to go to class, enjoys herself and leaves with a smile !”
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Mind Body Defense
“He was able to tailor the class to each students' skill level and we all left more knowledgeable and confident in self defense techniques.”
Supreme JIU Jitsu Chicago Idriz Redzovic
“Great instructors that push you to get better, team oriented atmosphere and lots of fun!”
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