I recently tried to get my son involved in karate and though it took some phone tag ( they dont…read morehave a voicemail that names the business) I was assigned an instructor. He was patient, funny, and above all knowledgable. The facility is large, filled, with trophies and offers many types of classes including caperioa. They have a fantastic website and flexible class sizes and times. I have only gone to a few classes with my son but so far the prices are reasonable, the team is very accommodating, and its close to the house. I can drop my daughter off at ballet at BAPA and only go 10minutes away for my sons karate. Win win!

Great variety of classes. Excellent work outs for fitness and useful self defense techniques!…read moreFamily friendly!!!The facility is clean and spacious. The head instructor and staff are professional and incredibly knowledgeable. Very reasonable prices. I highly recommend this martial arts school.

My kids have been going for taekwando lessons at Ultimate Martial Arts for years now. It's been…read moregreat so far. My kids have learned a lot not only self defense but also self discipline and respect for others. The place is also always clean and family friendly.

I am very particular in my search for a good martial arts school where the instructors are caring,…read morerespectful and give proper training techniques. Finding one that doesn't break the bank is important as well. When a friend of mine recommended this school to me, I immediately did my research. While some online reviews were from years past, it influenced me to give it a try. There were many reviewers that said their parents went there, they went there, and now their children goes there too. To me that says a lot. Master Pena and his wonderful instructors teach very well, respectful and are so patient with each student. They will see to each student excel by having proper form. If anyone is lagging behind, they are patient and will try different ways to get the technique down. Having past experience I know that it is very important to have proper form as one can get hurt by not protecting themselves correctly if you don't have the right stance, incorrect formation or movement. So I loved that they explained all of these so well to each student. In the end this builds great self esteem and good self defense techniques for the student. Through the training of the Tae Kwon Do and Krav Maga, each student learn many self defense techniques. The school clearly promotes the 5 tenets of Tae Kwon Do: Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Indomitable Spirit, and Self-Control. This is an amazing establishment that is run by a great family. These kids love these classes by Master Pena, his very skilled daughter and other instructors. There are classes for adults too.

I have two kids taking class here and my family could not be happier with Karate Academy. They are…read moretruly incredible with kids. My youngest started when she was just four years old, and the progress she has made is unbelievable. Both of my kids are learning real discipline, building confidence, and it is showing up in every part of their lives. They are working harder at school, taking their responsibilities at home more seriously, and carrying themselves with so much more pride. Everyone at Karate Academy is friendly, patient, and approachable. You can feel that they genuinely care about each student. Your kids are in good hands with Karate Academy, and we are grateful to be part of their community.

Our kids have been going here for just about a year now. In an effort to get our kids a little…read moremore physically active (and mentally disciplined), we started looking around for a martial arts class. After doing trials at a couple of places, we settled on Longman, and could not be happier with our choice. Instructor Bret has built an exceptional program at Longman Martial arts. His teaching style is patient yet firm. He understands when to be strict and when to be compassionate, and the results are undeniable. My kids both love going to class, and their progress has pretty remarkable. They are both so much more coordinated and confident in their bodies, and I see progress in their discipline as well. Perhaps the most important thing that separates Longman from other martial arts studios is the flexible scheduling. The tuition includes up to 3 days a week, and kids' classes are available 5-6 days a week, depending on which class you're enrolled in. That flexibility makes it so much easier for parents, because you're not tied to a rigid schedule.

My son has attended Longman Martial Arts TKD for over 3 years now. The discipline, confidence, and…read morerespect taught at this school is worth every penny!

I recently contacted the owner, Pete, through their website to drop in and train while I was in…read moreChicago for business. He was very open about the idea (some gym owners aren't) and told me to download the class schedule off their website as it was modified due to Covid. After my visit I was pleasantly surprised by the level of Jiu Jitsu being taught by Pete as well as his students skill level. I was required to pay a small drop in fee, but it wasn't a big deal as I've been asked the same of several gyms I've visited. Overall I would definitely suggest you check out Rio Jiu Jitsu if you are in the Chicago area, I'm glad I did

So, to be completely honest I wanted my child to do martial arts but I didn't know the difference…read morebetween them all. Rio Jiu Jitsu opened up behind my house & I was still reluctant despite my husbands excitement to enroll our daughter there. Probably because I didn't know a lot about Jiu Jitsu. Well the first day we brought my daughter I fell in love with this place! Changed my mind in a second! They are so great there! Their kids classes are awesome! My daughter has grown so much in the short time she's been doing this! The coaches are so great with the kids! Firm but gentle. They give the children discipline & goals. I am so happy that we are there. There's a real sense of community there too. Everyone is welcoming! I can't wait to see my daughter grow there. She is determined to win a medal one day and I believe she can there!!

My son has been going there since he was 3.5 years old. He first went to a Tae Kwon Do class with…read morehis cousins in San Diego and had so much fun we looked for classes here. We visited 3 other places before finding ATA and stayed. The first three places weren't very kid friendly and the instruction was more geared towards teenagers and up. The ATA program is definitely designed better for kids and they teach confidence and respect.

I came in as a groupon student - 16 classes, uniform, and belt test for $30…read more However, as a groupon student, you are not taught form, and you take a downgraded belt test which means you do not advance to the next belt. Instruction is poor. I have studied tae kwon do in three different martial arts schools. This place is in every way inferior. A mixed combat arts class at the local gym has more discipline and technique than the classes offered here. Or maybe that's how the instructor was with me, as the solitary female student in an adult class, and a groupon student at that. Further, not one of my classes ever started on time (7:45 p.m. class started at 8:25 p.m.). Instructor would frequently take breaks to chat with colleagues, play with his phone, or do his own thing. As a female student, and a white belt at that, I was severely injured by the black belt instructor and owner of this tae kwon do school. The instructor hit me hard enough to leave black and blue marks all over my hands, arms, legs, thighs, neck and back. I cannot even bend my right knee any more, and my doctor has ordered radiology tests and specialist appointments. I asked to wear padding before any contact activity, and was told it was unnecessary. I brought my own protective gear from home and insisted on using it during the entire class. Still, the instructor hit me with enough force that now, almost two weeks later, I still cannot walk without pain or stand up straight. The cost of the doctor's appointments alone negate any value obtained from the groupon. This is a martial arts school to avoid at all costs. If you like tae kwon do, try W. Kim Tae Kwon Do (Lake Zurich or Palatine) or Ki Martial Arts (Mundelein). The instruction is of higher quality, and female students are not discouraged from attending.

Great place - time to practice form for upcoming belt test in October 3rd degree boundread more

I passed by several times, always reluctant to go in or learn more about this Taekwondo studio. Now…read morethat I've been attending classes for about a year, my only regret is that I didn't have the courage to check them out sooner. The instructors and students are a wonderful group of people. Beyond just teaching martial arts, they've helped me feel more confident and happy, welcoming me into their supportive community. I started with Saturday kickboxing--which was a lot of fun! --but I soon realized I wanted to go more often than once a week. I'm now working toward higher belts and attending two classes a week, which are about 45 minutes in length. The instructors are fantastic and incredibly welcoming. Having seen them work with both kids and adults, I'm impressed by the patience and respect they show everyone. Whether you are four or forty-something, I highly suggest stopping in for a class. I feel more physically fit, my mental health has improved, and I've also found a great group of people to spend my evenings with.

What a great find! I started taking classes, at the age 44, with my son, age 5. The instructions…read morehave been awesome and it is great fun to exercise and grow in defence knowledge and discipline with my son. They offered us two free classes to try it out and see if my son like it before signing up. The Summer special prices are not to be beat anywhere, Come check it out! You're never too old to start!

First off, I've been training in different martial arts (TKD, Hapkido, Eskrima, and Brazilian Jiu…read moreJitsu) off and on for over 25 years. What brought me to this school was my 9-year old daughter. I wanted to find a good traditional martial arts school, where she would actually learn proper strikes, kicks and technique. My daughter never had interest in learning any martial arts and the only reason I was able to get her to try a class was because she had a friend that trained there. We met with the head instructor Dave, who gave us a run down and brief history of the school, which has its roots from Zange's Martial Arts, a school that has taught people in Chicago martial arts for over 35 years. While we were talking, I noticed several kids in the class warming up; all were focused whether they were practicing kicks, a form with their Kali sticks, or just stretching. We tried the class and my daughter loved it. I decided to take up martial arts again at 45 years old and signed up as well. My 12 year old son heard that his sister really enjoyed the class and he signed up as well so we now train as a family, which is something that Kickin' Around really encourages. Dave has students set their sights on receiving their black belt but tells you up front that it takes time and a lot of work to achieve that goal. Students here earn every belt that they test for and there's no rush or pressure to take a promotion test, which from my experience with different martial arts schools is an indicator of a good one. Solid martial arts instruction in Hapkido, Tae Kwon Do and Kali(Filipino Martial Arts) at very affordable prices.