Temple of Kung Fu
“If you are serious about your health and want the tools to mitigate stress and be a happier person then I highly recommend Kungfu and the Temple”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Skokie, IL
1 of these gyms is based in Skokie; the others serve Skokie from towns including Chicago (14 mi), Wilmette (3 mi) and Northbrook (8 mi).
all 15 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Team Martial Arts
“His perfect balance of discipline and light heartedness really motivates the kids to excellence in Tae Kwon Do.”
Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts
“As a mother, I've seen a positive transformation in my child, with top-notch instructors who are adept at teaching a variety of martial arts disciplines.”
Krav Maga Illinois
“Not only will you get into great shape, but more importantly, you will become more aware of your surroundings so that if you ever get into a bad situation, you will have an arson of tools to handle the situation.”
Axé Capoeira Chicago
“CM Bambu has been doing capoeira for over 20 years and provides the best quality instruction available”
Chicago Mixed Martial Arts
“Brian is the most patient and experienced kickboxing instructor in Chicago”
The 15 gyms listed for Skokie, 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: Skokie, IL
The 15 gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,264 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". All 15 are open on Saturdays and 8 on Sundays. 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 62 years. 9 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; 11 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 8 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 Skokie 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.
Valko Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“Would definitely recommend as a great place for both totally new beginners and experienced practitioners.”
Staley Martial Arts
“I would recommend Staley to anyone in Evanston that is looking for the highest quality martial arts experience as a beginner-intermediate student.”
Brazil 021 BJJ
“They also have a Women's class self-defense which is great, as a woman know how to defend yourself these days is so important.”
Alpha Krav Maga Compound
“Great place with an incredibly friendly staff.”
Culture of Safety Dojo & Wellness Center
“Culture of Safety Dojo & Wellness Center is a special place, offering a inclusive, engaging kids activities that are fun and teach immensely valuable life skills.”
Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
“Everyone is very nice and his masters keep pushing him to do better.”
Double Five Jiu-Jitsu
“Great relevant techniques which focus on both the gold-standard fundamentals the some new-wave techniques.”
Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu in Chicago
“I have been training at GB - West Loop for 4+ years & I would recommend it to anyone seeking out BJJ or a mentally & physically challenging experience in general.”
Muay Thai Chicago Aiki Training Hall
“For anyone looking for an excellent workout, housed in a beautiful gym, with great instructors and supportive students, there is no better facility than Aiki Training!”
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