Since 2019, I've done kickboxing classes as an adult and couldn't be happier. I'm being challenged,…read morebut also shown patience in learning technique. Every trainer has made me feel very comfortable and worthy of their time and attention. The level of training that I'm receiving is outstanding. Thank you!

My boys (ages 5 & 7) absolutely love coming to Rocky's Dojo. They are having a lot of fun working…read morewith Master Rocky and Sensei Chris, and the higher - level students who come to help out are great, too. It's been good experience for them all-around, and fun to see their excitement when they bring new skills home and practice even on their off days. They especially love coming to the bonus sparring sessions on the weekend!

This dojo is unique sensei is more than a sensei he is everyone's father been there for 53 years…read morethe oldest dojo in Rockford sensei is the ONLY person in the state line area that trained under shihon sukiyama in Chicago most Dino's have one teacher here sensei with 7 other sensei instructors who were trained by sensei an they all have been with him between 20 to 35 years to put this is few short words explaining how this dojo is. One big family practicing martial arts my two children have been there 6 years now an are black belts the cost 40.00 a month no contracts no hidden fees you can train up to 6 nights a week call 815 965 7575 ask for sensei Allen this place is the best

My daughter went for a free class to try it out. She liked it a lot. I asked all the questions, how…read moremuch is it per month, do you have a signing fee, can we stop at one point and many more. We decided that we will sign her up, and of core I got 2 phone calls from Ban regarding our decision. I went last night ready to sign her up, sit down with the same girl that I had the conversation the first time and I was very disappointed. They do have a signing fee of around $100, and this information was lied to me, because on my question about the fee she said NO. They also want you to buy all the staff that she will need from them , due to Quality and safety. I was very disappointed of the way all of this was handled. I did not sign my daughter there, because they lie to me and they were not in front with me about all of there's changes. Very bad service.

Started the adult kickboxing class last winter. I was hooked the first night. Every workout is…read moredifferent and high intensity. This truly is a family friendly atmosphere that welcomes all levels. They have several options from boxing, sparring, martial arts, kickboxing, competitions, etc. from age 4 to adult. Extremely knowledgeable staff, great work out that teaches correct form and technique. Everyone is so friendly and patient with beginners while keeping the same class challenging for the more experienced.

Best Martial arts program around. Highly recommend checking them out in person. Real self defense…read morebased school that sets you up for success.

Master Darius, and his instructors are a different partial arts academy in the sense of that they…read morecreate a community. My son has been attending for just under a year and his confidence and physical ability have greatly increased. Lions teaches tae kwon do, escrima, and akido. Very traditional but very caring staff.

I'm a parent of two 13 year old girls and a student myself. The instruction and facility is first…read morerate. This is not a McDojo - don't expect to pay a bunch of money and have a black belt presented to a 13 year old in a year. This is the real thing - it takes years of practice and training to achieve that kind of stature, but you're working with the best. The founders are dedicated to disciplining the body and the mind.

All 3 of my children are enrolled and we have gotten so much out of the program! Mr. Drescher is an…read moreoutstanding instructor. He is so great with the kids, he is talented beyond his craft. He makes learning fun but also takes the role of imparting martial arts skills seriously. He is very dedicated to the studio and his students and they learn so much more than martial arts moves. They reinforce respect and self discipline, the importance of keeping commitments, using your voice, and being responsible. They are incredibly inclusive and welcoming. They really build the kids up by helping develop belief in their own abilities. Every instructor is really great in their own ways (especially ms. Shah and Ms. Oie) and we couldn't be happier with our experience. We plan to continue to participate for a long time. I'm grateful to NK South Elgin and we feel like valued members of their team. What we've gained has been priceless. I highly recommend this studio! It's the best!

I rarely take the time to write reviews, but I felt compelled to share my experience with National…read moreKarate of South Elgin. As a 55-year-old Dad, I want to ensure my 10-year-old daughter has the skills and confidence to navigate our crazy world. After visiting their website on a Sunday I sent a note to ask a couple of questions. I was pleasantly surprised to receive an almost immediate call from Mrs. Drescher! It is rare to find such dedicated customer service, especially on a weekend. Mrs. Drescher followed up with me, assuring me that everything I was looking for was available at their school. My daughter, Sammi, has since become a gold belt and is learning crucial self-defense techniques, like how to handle situations where someone might try to choke her. The growth in her mental and physical well-being is truly remarkable and its only been about two months. Mr. Drescher is fantastic with the kids, making the classes both fun and challenging. The entire team, including Ms. Oi and Mrs. Drescher, create a welcoming environment where we feel at home. I hope Sammi continues her journey here for a long time. Thank you to everyone at National Karate of South Elgin for the incredible support and dedication!

this place is great! I am a fellow student from the kids class. We learn very important life skills…read moreand Martial arts. I defiantly recommend this place for children and adults! Something else is that you can have a free week trial to test it out

Both of my boys, ages 4 and 6, just completed their free 2 weeks of class and we are very excited…read moreto sign our 6 year old up! Adam has a great group on kids in his Monday class and his patience with them is remarkable. He expects success from these kids and encourages them to be the best they can be! In all of the sports and activities we have done with our kids, this has got to be the most motivating and rewarding class yet! My kids walked out of there feeling a sense of pride, confidence, and accomplishment. I am looking forward to joining the Victory family!

Top notch school & instructors! You want your kids to learn the meaning of martial arts, be able to…read moredefend themselves & make siome friends too. This is the school for You, your son or daughter. Give it a look its worth it!

Our three children have been going to World Martial Arts Academy for a few years. They are learning…read moreShotokan karate, and Filipino martial arts (Arnis). The owners & staff are both very professional, respectful and highly skilled. They have a great balance in knowing how to encourage and help the students really excel. Our kids feel like they are part of a team. The environment is hard to beat - the staff sets the tone and other students (children, teenagers and adults) are friendly and encouraging. I notice the more experienced students are happy to share with the new students. I recommend World Martial Arts Academy for any age, gender or skill level. There are opportunities to compete. We've also hosted a family birthday party here, which was a blast. The kids and the adults learned new things and had a great time. I hope to do it again.

This is my first experience with a Jujitsu class and I am just shy of 50 years old…read more Everyone has been very helpful, supportive and welcoming. All skill levels work together to improve everyone's knowledge and skill. Highly recommend

Love the family atmosphere. The jiu jitsu instructors treat you like family and not just a…read morestranger. The karate classes are fun and get the kids excited to learn more. Excellent academy to learn and grow your skills. Highly recommend

This a review for the Morton Grove location…read more Our 4 year old son had an absolute fantastic time with sensei Patel in the 4-7 year old beginner class. He looked forward to each class, and was always eager to tell us what he did in class. Sensei Patel did a fantastic job of balancing the class for all ages, not sidelining anyone, and instilling an eagerness in the students to learn more. Occasionally sensei Patel had to reign in, and redirect the energy a bit, however in a class geared towards rambunctious younger learners that is to be expected. For the following session we had him progress to a beginner/continuer 4-7 year old class. We wanted to keep him at the same or somewhat higher level of expectation as in sensei Patel's class. He was by far the youngest student in the class, and the older students were obviously much further down the road with their karate skills. The class ended up catering more towards the older students (6 and 7 year olds). What is needed to engage and motivate a 4-5 year old and a 6-7 year old student is quite different. Also, there are limits to what can be reasonably expected from a 4 year old student. With that said, the instructor was very skilled in martial arts, and for older students I can see him being suitable.

Our boys have been training with ISKC since they were four years old. Almost 6 years later and one…read moreof them with a Sho Dan, we are still going strong! This place is more than a karate dojo to us, it is our extended family. We are very thankful that we found ISKC through our park district. From the excellent programs (for both young and old), to the top notch Senseis, nothing is short of the best. This organization is teaching my boys not only great karate (both competition and real life application), but also teaches them to be healthy, disciplined and confident about themselves. All these skills are directly helping them succeed in their school life as well and making them into well rounded individuals. My boys have also made great friends through this club that they will keep for a very long while! If you are looking for a karate club, par excellence, ISKC is definitely Chicagoland's top karate club! Highly recommended!