National Karate & Martial Arts
“We have nothing but amazing things to say about the staff and programs.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Elgin, IL
15 gyms listed · 7 in Elgin · 10 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Fusion Academy of Martial Arts
“They have the perfect structure for newcomers and vets of the game alike.”
Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Elgin
“My kids have been in karate for three years here and we love it.”
South Elgin Budokan Martial Arts
“On top of all of the great classes on offer every day, they also bring in guest instructors for seminars that are incredible opportunities for anyone wanting to experience an art or delve deeper into an art in which they are already accomplished.”
Jang's Taekwondo
“I trusted my gut while searching for a the right school seeing this is a long-term commitment for our family and my kids finally figured out what they were passionate about .”
AKF Martial Arts OF Elgin
“Javier really exceed my expectations he reallly well explained to my daughter what martial arts is all about..”
The 15 gyms listed for Elgin, 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: Elgin, IL
7 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Elgin; the other 8 serve Elgin from towns including South Elgin (3 mi), Bartlett (7 mi) and St. Charles (8 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,181 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. 10 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 5 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the gyms on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 9 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 Elgin show a timetable online?
14 of the 15 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.
Dragon Kido Authentic Martial Arts
“Master Hutson prides himself in the authenticity of his teachings, which first hand I can say definitely show you how to use these skills for everyday practical situations”
Lcct Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Elgin
“I would like to let people interested in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu know about the lineage authenticity that Professor Luiz Claudio Augusto, along with Professor Thiago, have to offer in their Dojos to the martial arts community in general.”
Midwest Academy Of Taekwon-do
“This is an honest dojo that doesn't want you to drop hundreds of dollars for mediocre training, and the people are some of the nicest you'll ever see.”
Academy Hosinsul
“They teach both the mental and physical sides of martial arts and are a great value for the high quality of instruction given.”
Misfits Jiujitsu
“Brad is patient coach and good at teaching all leaves of athletes.”
Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Lake in the Hills
“Every person you come in contact with at the academy is professional and caring.”
3D MMA Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Never in my wildest dreams would I have ever thought that some little martial arts gym tucked away in the back corner of a strip mall would ever offer such a high level experience.”
Real Movement and Martial Arts
“Amazing coaches with a lot of knowledge I had a great experience”
Lcct Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Inc
“Luiz and the team were very friendly and I felt like I was at home.”
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