Best Martial Arts and Combat Sports Classes in Palatine, IL

Handpicked from 177 vetted & reviewed Martial Arts Training gyms in the Palatine area, discover the top 5 standout choices among the selected group of 24 finalists.

W Kim Tae Kwon Do (Main School)

W Kim Tae Kwon Do (Main School)

(47)
“As with when I started, though some of the players have changed, Grandmaster Kim and his Masters and Instructors have been incredibly patient and it's all coming back to me.”
In Business Since 1988
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
724 W Euclid Ave, Palatine, IL
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JP Wood Martial Arts America

JP Wood Martial Arts America

(49)
“They are definitely strict when it comes to the tests and they don't recommend you to test unless you are ready but that shows their dedication to Tae Kwon Do”
In Business Since 1997
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Family Business
249 E Northwest Hwy, Palatine, IL
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Ultimate Fighting & Fitness Academy

Ultimate Fighting & Fitness Academy

(19)
  • Self Defense
  • Shape
  • MMA
“I will start by saying that I am 350 pounds and yesterday (2 weeks after I started) I went for morning and evening class not because I wasn't tired because”
In Business Since 2016
Coupons & Offers
65 E Palatine Rd Ste 313, Prospect Heights, IL 60070
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White Tiger Martial Arts Center

White Tiger Martial Arts Center

(21)
Self Control, We Maintain a Non Violent Philosophy, And Having an Indomitable Spirit
“Let me start from scratch, my son didn't like any , and I'll repeat my self ANY kind of sports - apart from swimming, we tried so hard to get him involved in different kind of activities, but all I heard was "no, I don't like it, I'm the worst" until...”
In Business Since 2008
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
286 W Palatine Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090
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Soaring Eagle Kung Fu

Soaring Eagle Kung Fu

(10)
  • Learn
  • Song
  • Competitions
“I had surgery recently that kept me from exercising for three weeks, and, because of the few months of kung fu leading up to the surgery, I felt really energetic and healthy even though I wasn't exercising!”
In Business Since 2010
291 N Northwest Hwy, Palatine, IL
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Best of 2024

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Minimum Overall Score
97 (100)
Minimum Reputation Rank
98.3 Percentile
All of our award winners are based on identifiable facts - reviews, performance, and experience - collected by scientific means. We use this data to assess each business’s essential features, weighting them according to their importance to customers.
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Prominent finalists
Palatine Wing Tsun Kung Fu Academy

Palatine Wing Tsun Kung Fu Academy

(7)
  • Learn
“Part of the largest association of WT schools in the world - one can stop at some of the other branches in USA or around the world to train and make friends.”
In Business Since 2018
Inside of Hart for Heart, 451 W Northwest Hwy, Palatine, IL
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Family Martial Arts

Family Martial Arts

(7)
  • Taekwondo
“If you share the same value and interested individual sports which you have better control of the schedule and the pace for your individual development needs, this is a place to go.”
In Business Since 2022
150 W Northwest Hwy, Palatine, IL
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Notorious Fitness

Notorious Fitness

(50)
  • Home
  • Coaches
  • Athletes
“Even though I was absolutely intimidated and nervous at first, everyone I've met here has been super friendly and encouraging no matter what stage of fitness journey you are on.”
Family Business
In Business Since 2014
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Coupons & Offers
6610 W Dakin St, Chicago, IL
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Krav Maga Illinois

Krav Maga Illinois

(44)
  • Classes
  • Learn
  • Test
“Additionally there are 5 hour + exams to pass from each level in Krav Maga, which really push you to your physical limit and show how much the techniques are muscle memory once you are exhausted.”
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2013
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
5201 N Oketo Ave, Chicago, IL
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National Karate & Martial Arts

National Karate & Martial Arts

(50)
Self Defense Classes, Hapkido Instruction, Kung fu Instruction
“However, after experiencing the environment created by Sensei Drescher it became easy to understand why so many people have been going to classes for years.”
In Business Since 2008
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Palatine Area
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Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts Oak Park

Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts Oak Park

(50)
  • Studying
  • Practice
  • Classes
“YU MARTIAL ARTS is the best martial arts school, the staff is attentive and clarifies all the doubts, each student is taught according to their skills and ability to learn, I am very happy to give the best to my family and this school is unique and i...”
In Business Since 2006
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Se Habla Español
6701 W North Ave, Oak Park, IL
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Champion Jiu Jitsu

Champion Jiu Jitsu

(49)
  • MMA
  • Train
  • Mats
“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.”
In Business Since 2000
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Serving Palatine Area
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The Zone River Trails Park District

The Zone River Trails Park District

(48)
  • Party
  • Kids
  • Teenagers
“We were NOT impressed with lax enforcement of COVID mitigation measures but at this point my expectations with the general public's adherence is really low.”
In Business Since 1997
Remote Consultations Available
550 E Business Center Dr, Mt Prospect, IL
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Alpha Krav Maga Compound

Alpha Krav Maga Compound

(28)
  • Fitness
  • Facility
  • Passion
“Completely my fault and the owner was under zero obligation to fix my mistake but he did anyway up to the point he is letting me train my last few weeks in town for free.”
Remote Consultations Available
In Business Since 2021
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Palatine Area
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U.S. Elite Martial Arts & Fitness Center

U.S. Elite Martial Arts & Fitness Center

(47)
“He transferred here three years ago from a school out of state and we were very concerned he would not be able to fit in but Master Greer not only gave him self-confidence, but also now has him in the best shape of his life.”
In Business Since 2013
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Remote Consultations Available
4210 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL
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Curran Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Curran Jiu-Jitsu Academy

(30)
“Jeff is one of the most TECHNICAL instructors Ive come a crossed in my time in Martial Arts and thats huge when learning how to DEFEAT an attacker weather on the mats,cage or street who is bigger, stronger and faster.”
In Business Since 2006
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Palatine Area
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Frank's Martial Arts

Frank's Martial Arts

(50)
“Instructor and all the staff is very professional, making everyone feel special, they train everyone with care and commitment, help them to grow their confidence, discipline, and determination.”
In Business Since 2019
6344 W Gunnison St, Chicago, IL
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American Tiger Karate Academy

American Tiger Karate Academy

(19)
  • Adults
  • Sensei
  • Skills
“You never feel berated but you are pushed hard and respect towards​ the instructors and to the other students & also to yourself is always a must do for everyone.”
In Business Since 1999
Coupons & Offers
Serving Palatine Area
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Y.m.a Taekwondo & Krav Maga LLC

Y.m.a Taekwondo & Krav Maga LLC

(9)
  • Self Defense
  • Learn
  • The Krav Maga
“They help you do the best you can from your current level of fitness and experience, so its really open to anyone who is interested in learning real world, practical self defense.”
In Business Since 2010
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Coupons & Offers
110 E Central Rd, Arlington Heights, IL
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Chang's Taekwondo

Chang's Taekwondo

(49)
“This is my long-winded way of saying that birthday parties at Chang's Tae Kwon Do are a lot of fun, super unique, and I highly recommend it if you are planning for your child's upcoming birthday!”
In Business Since 2020
Serving Palatine Area
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Threshold Martial Arts / Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

Threshold Martial Arts / Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

(49)
“Coach Bill Shimuk has put together a wonderful learning environment for young people of all ages and abilities to improve themselves as people and learn a lot about self-defense along the way.”
In Business Since 2008
Accepts All Major Credit Cards, Cash, Check
512 W Northwest Hwy, Mt Prospect, IL
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North Shore Martial Arts

North Shore Martial Arts

(50)
“Master Yoon's effectiveness in teaching students of all ages and skillsets is a wonder to see and am very happy and pleasantly surprised with the progress I have made at my older age over the past few months.”
In Business Since 2012
Coupons & Offers
Serving Palatine Area
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P3 Martial Arts

P3 Martial Arts

(48)
  • Professor
  • Learn
  • Personal Development
“It is super fun I went there I've been there for a while and I'm a white belt but I'm super confident that I can take down a hire belt because I've learned so much it is super fun and I think all of you will enjoy it as much as I have.”
In Business Since 2013
909 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL
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Temple of Kung Fu

Temple of Kung Fu

(13)
  • Sifu
  • Tai Chi
  • Meditation
“When I first came to The Temple of Kung Fu I could tell there was something fundamentaly different than other martial arts schools, there were no trophies in the windows, and nobody was wearing a belt, Sifu didn't tell me about all his triumphs as a ...”
In Business Since 1997
Coupons & Offers
Serving Palatine Area
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Martial Arts Training Services in Palatine, IL Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$83
Maximum cost
$417
National Average
$132
Avg Per Hour Rates
$55
$110
$165
Fair price range is based on 292 cost profiles
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Average Cost $132
Minimum cost $83
Maximum cost $417
Avg Per Hour Rates $55

Fair range $110 to $165 is based on 292 cost profiles.

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