Martial Arts Schools in Carlinville, IL
3 schools in and around Carlinville, Illinois — most schools let you watch a class or take a free trial before you sign anything — go in the time slot you would actually train, not the demo hour.
Carlinville has about 5,582 residents, which works out to 54 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.
Garners Premier Karate Karate / taekwondo
370 S Side Sq, Carlinville, IL 62626-1751
Impact Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
50 Carlinville Plaza, Carlinville, IL 62626
🕒 5:00pm-5:50pm, 5-5:50pm
🥋 BJJ, Grappling, Karate
More schools within 30 miles of Carlinville
Only 3 schools listed in Carlinville itself, so here are the closest ones in nearby towns. Distance is straight-line from Carlinville.
Auvenshine's Taekwondo Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
📍 22.5 mi · 121 N Iris Dr, Auburn, IL 62615
🕒 5:30-7:00 PM, 7:15-8:15 PM
🥋 Taekwondo
McGee's Martial Arts
📍 25.1 mi · 1 Holiday Point Pkwy, Edwardsville, IL 62025-5612
HeadNod Training Center-Jerseyville Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
📍 26.1 mi · 804 Tri Point Ln., Jerseyville, IL 62052
🕒 wed, 13 may 2026 19:32
🥋 BJJ, Grappling, Judo, Muay Thai, MMA
Uptown Iron Gym and MMA Self Defense MMA
📍 26.5 mi · 609 7th St, Pawnee, IL 62558-9438
Team Commean Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grappling
📍 28.6 mi · 219 N Main St, Chatham, IL 62629-1374
🥋 BJJ
Capoeira Volta Au Mundo Kids classesFree trial class
📍 28.9 mi · 1 Cottonwood Dr, Chatham, IL 62629-1711
🕒 5:30-6:30, 11:00-1:00pm
Illinois statewide, by feature
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Illinois268
- Kids Martial Arts Classes in Illinois381
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools in Illinois547
- MMA Gyms in Illinois161
- Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies in Illinois30
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training in Illinois51
Nearby in Illinois
- Arlington Heights17
- Springfield17
- Chatham3
- Alton5
- Edwardsville5
- Wood River2
- Glen Carbon4
- Jacksonville2
- Chicago224
- Naperville30
Good to know about martial arts schools in Carlinville
How to become a certified yoga instructor?
To become a certified yoga instructor, complete a Registered Yoga School program, usually requiring 200 hours of training covering anatomy, philosophy, and instruction techniques. Afterward, register with an official organization like Yoga Alliance to receive your credential. For guided martial arts and fitness instructor pathways, explore options on MartialArtsAtlas.
How much are jiu jitsu classes?
Martial arts tuition varies based on location and schedule, but local academies typically offer monthly memberships or package deals. You can explore 3 martial arts facilities in Carlinville, Illinois, with 2 providing direct phone contact to request current pricing and trial offers.
Where did brazilian jiu jitsu come from?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. It developed from Kodokan Judo ground fighting fundamentals brought to South America by Japanese martial artist Mitsuyo Maeda, which were then adapted by the Gracie family. MartialArtsAtlas helps students find qualified BJJ academies nationwide.
Where did brazilian jiu jitsu originated?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil following the arrival of Japanese judoka Mitsuyo Maeda in 1914. The art was refined primarily by Carlos and Hélio Gracie into a system emphasizing leverage and submission grappling. Find BJJ training programs listed on MartialArtsAtlas.