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    Z's Martial Arts Academy

    5.0 (1 review)

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    US Elite Martial Arts & Fitness Center

    US Elite Martial Arts & Fitness Center

    4.6
    (9 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    This martial arts school transformed me into the woman that I am today. I spent half of my life…read moretraining at US Elite Martial Arts, I practically spent my childhood and grew up here. Though I was too young and immature between the ages of 3 - 14 years old to notice, I can see now the lasting effect that this school had on me. As I was strengthening my physical body, I was nourishing mentally. Through every kick, I was gaining patience and discipline. With every punch, I became more confident and driven. I could write a book about all the things that I learned between the ages of 3-14 years old while I was training with US Elite Martial Arts. But to give you a short version, Master Greer reminded me that one's voice and the ability to ignore is more powerful than any kick or fist. Every time he made me spar with someone bigger or older than me, he was training me to accept a loss and a "no" and grow and learn from it. With every passing year, I grew more patient and more hardworking. My ability to read and understand others stemmed farther than anticipating my opponent's next kick. I began to organize and manage my time more efficiently, leaving room to get good grades, spend time with friends and family, play other sports, and train here at US Elite. It's crazy to think about how pivotal being taught these things at a young age was for my growth. When one is that young, they learn the most from their environment, and I am truly grateful every single day that this was the one I was apart of. Not only was I learning and excelling in martial arts, but I was also pushing and developing into a disciplined, self-confident, and motivated individual whose communication skills, respect, and kindness were pillars of their being before the age of 12. Master Greer and the team carved out a path for me to truly understand myself. They showed me that I am in control of my own life and that I can't go around pointing fingers at other people because I am not where I want to be. Through US Elite Martial Arts, I was taught to be confident in my decisions, to never give up, and to always work and train harder than anyone else in the room.

    Mr. Greer was an amazing instructor! Every instructor was very kind and pushed us to our limits…read moremaking us the best that we can be. This is a very kind environment and I would recommend this to other kids trying to get in better shape or just to get stronger and have a quality time. I met a lot of great people there and some of my current best friends were from Martial Arts. US Elite helped us get stronger both physically and mentally and we have been proud black belts the last two years. --Danny W. & Alan M.

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    Brazilian Black Belt Academy

    Brazilian Black Belt Academy

    5.0
    (7 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    Brazilian Black Belt Academy has been one of the best decisions we've made for our kids. From day…read moreone, the atmosphere has been welcoming, supportive, and truly family-oriented. Filipe is an outstanding instructor--patient, incredibly knowledgeable, and amazing with kids. He keeps classes structured, engaging, and fun while still teaching discipline, focus, and respect. My children are not only learning real self-defense skills, but I've also seen their confidence and self-esteem grow tremendously. They stay active, build resilience, and actually look forward to every class. If you're looking for a place where your child will gain confidence, discipline, and lifelong skills in a positive environment, I cannot recommend Brazilian Black Belt Academy enough.

    I've had the privilege of being one of the founding members of the school, and it's been incredible…read moreto watch it grow under the leadership of Professor Felipe Costa. He's not only a world-class competitor but also a passionate and thoughtful teacher who truly cares about passing on the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. What sets this school apart is its well-structured class format and inclusive environment. Felipe offers a dedicated fundamentals class for adults that focuses on self-defense and foundational jiu-jitsu techniques--perfect for beginners. The all-levels class is ideal for those with experience and offers deeper technical instruction. Classes begin with a brief stretch, followed by a movement-based warm-up tied to that day's technique. Felipe often breaks down a sequence into an entry, core technique, and counters or reactions, which we drill before moving into positional sparring and full live rounds. Safety is always emphasized, and Felipe fosters an atmosphere where exploration and learning take priority over ego or "winning." The facility is clean, the mats are top quality, and the culture is incredibly welcoming. Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your game, I highly recommend this school.

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    9Round Kickboxing Fitness

    9Round Kickboxing Fitness

    4.7
    (14 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    I can't say enough good things about 9Round. I bounced…read morearound local gyms that were too congested or charged an exorbitant amount for sub par service. 9Round welcomed me with open arms despite me being a nervous skeptic. The trainers are AMAZING! They get down on the floor and show me moves (I am a Visual learner who needs to be shown 3 times before grasping a concept) & are always available for feedback and motivation. This is a family owned business that deserves every 5 star review this town can offer. They offer a free workout before you sign up. They have Yedi nicknames for everyone which is super cute. Mine is Wonder Woman. They keep score on a board and encourage you as you progress. If I skip a few days, I know I'll get a text from Mo (owner) to stop in. It's a mix of cardio and kickboxing for all age groups. They help me modify the workouts if anything gets too complex for me. They are caring, clean, fun & it's only a 30 min workout three times a day. They have so many resources included with the membership. Not to mention the entire community has your back from Day 1! Thank you 9Round Wheeling for helping me on my health journey & kicking my butt!!'

    9Round is not only an unbelievable workout--it's the best community of people. I have met such…read morewonderful friends from all walks of life. Mo, the owner, cares so deeply about her people and she is the reason this place is so welcoming. Don't worry! She will also kick your A$$!!

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    My Kempo

    My Kempo

    4.0
    (1 review)
    2.7 mi

    Check it out! They give one free trial day, they dont pester you nor scam you like other gyms…read more(coughcough a specific gym in schaumburg, rip me off, lost $160 +injured), the place is small yet very clean (everything needed to learn is there). There is one main coach who teaches boxing and random professionals that help out and train there too. The boxing program is for any age, (8yrs-30+??) When there are young and adult students there, usually the two coaches will split them for more teacher to student interaction. So far i've been with this place for about a month and I love it, it reminds me of high school, where there is a coach that makes you work your butt off (i sweat here more than I did in cross country and hot yoga...bring an extra t=shirt to change into at the end b/c yours will be drenched when the hour is done...seriously). The program is for people who want to have a good cardio workout or learn how to fight (or the art of boxing). Students usually do warm up exercises for the first 15-20 mins of class, then we do shadow boxing in front of the mirror while coach goes around to give us tips. Sometimes we also practice with the professionals in the ring or with each other, depending on what coach wants. Overall this place is great and so are the students and everyone involved there. The prices are also very reasonable, but first go in and try a free class to see if you like it first! Oh! and btw there are males and females in the boxing program, so who ever you are, dont feel intimidated, just do it!..or try at least lol =)

    From the owner: We are a unique martial arts studio in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, that offers Boxing, Tai Chi, Viet…read moreVo Dao, Kickboxing/Cardio Boxing, Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu programs. We have more than 30 years experience in the teaching of these arts.

    Z's Martial Arts Academy - martialarts - Updated August 2026

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