Chang's Taekwondo
“We are incredibly satisfied with our daughter's learning at Chang's and grateful for her time there.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Glenview, IL
15 gyms listed · 4 in Glenview · 14 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
The Academy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Great experience, the instructor Asher made it a friendly environment and was very knowledgeable for beginners.”
Yang Family Tai Chi
“Great place to learn tai chi forms and applications.”
North Shore Dojo
“Kids learn more in 1 hour than they do in a year somewhere else!”
Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts
“Degerberg is a fantastic martial arts school for both kids and adults.”
Krav Maga Illinois
“I can definitely say joining this amazing Krav Maga family was one of the best decisions I've ever made.”
The 15 gyms listed for Glenview, 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: Glenview, IL
4 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Glenview; the other 11 serve Glenview from towns including Chicago (18 mi), Palatine (12 mi) and Northbrook (3 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,465 reviews; 13 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "community". 14 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 5 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 11 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 5 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 6 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 Glenview show a timetable online?
All 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.
Staley Martial Arts
“During the end of each class we have a chance to roll with others, and I have experienced my rolling partners as respectful (even if they are a higher belt) and yet still competitive.”
Evolution MMA Chicago
“Whether you want to improve your fitness, gain confidence, learn to defend yourself, compete, or all of the above, you cannot find a better place to do it!!”
Brazil 021 BJJ
“If you're looking to be challenged and get the best of of yourself please consider joining this school/community/family.”
W Kim Tae Kwon Do (Main School)
“The W Kim Tae Kwon Do program is excellent because it provides not just physical exercise, but also mental stimulation, a sense of community and values of respect, dedication and perseverance.”
Alpha Krav Maga Compound
“It's rare to find someone so knowledgeable, skilled, and passionate about what they are doing.”
Culture of Safety Dojo & Wellness Center
“I highly recommend these kids karate classes to any parent looking to enroll their child in a program that teaches martial arts skills alongside valuable life lessons that build character and encourage positive behavior.”
JP Wood Martial Arts America
“Solid place have been going for years”
Champion Jiu Jitsu
“Great family environment, my sons and daughters train here and they love it, my 2 sons compete and so does 1 of my daughters the coaches at Champion have helped them through every step of the process.”
Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
“The school incorporates elements of many traditional styles, including Taekwondo kicks, Shotokan forms, Hapkido takedowns, boxing techniques, and martial arts stances from many different styles that help condition and also improve balance”
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