Martial Arts Schools in Evanston, IL

8 schools in and around Evanston, 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.

Evanston has about 76,006 residents, which works out to 11 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Chicago Wingtsun

1976 Tower Drive, Evanston, IL 60202

+17739102046 Directions

Fonseca Martial Arts

823 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60202-2307

+18478660200 Website Directions

Freddie's Modern Kung Fu Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

333 Howard St, Evanston, IL 60202-4003

+17734658888 Website Directions

Lakeshore Aikido Club Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

1818 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60202-1003

🕒 6:00pm-7:00pm

+18476447188 Website Directions

Northside Boxing And Fitness Evanston Muay thai / kickboxing

1310 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201

7735468217 Website Directions

Serafin Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu BJJ / grapplingMMA

1801 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201-1509

+12242601472 Website Directions

The Evanston Aikido Center Karate / taekwondo

1407 Greenleaf St, Evanston, IL 60202-1154

+12244064454 Website Directions

Tier One Training Center

1017 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201

+18479050448 Website Directions

Before you sign: ask about the contract, not just the monthly rate. Month-to-month is common; 12-month agreements with cancellation fees are also common and rarely advertised on the wall. Ask what is extra — belt testing fees, uniforms, competition team dues — and whether the head instructor actually teaches the classes you would attend or only the advanced ones.

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Good to know about martial arts schools in Evanston

How many martial arts schools are there in Evanston?
We list 8 martial arts schools in Evanston with addresses, and 8 of them with a phone number.

What's the surest way to check hours in Evanston?
Call ahead — 8 of the 8 martial arts schools here list a number. Hours at independent martial arts schools shift with seasons and staffing, so a phone call beats any listing, including ours.

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 8 martial arts facilities in Evanston, Illinois, with 8 providing direct phone contact to request current pricing and trial offers.