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Martial Arts Schools in Machesney Park, IL

2 schools in and around Machesney Park, 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.

Machesney Park has about 22,839 residents, which works out to 8.8 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Countryside Arts - Simply Gung Fu Karate / taekwondo

643 wood Ave, Machesney Park, IL 61115

8157018060 Website Directions

Northern Illinois Combat Club and Fitness Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

7007 N 2nd St, Machesney Park, IL 61115-3700

+18157084945 Website Directions

More schools within 30 miles of Machesney Park

Only 2 schools listed in Machesney Park itself, so here are the closest ones in nearby towns. Distance is straight-line from Machesney Park.

Loris Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

📍 0.3 mi · 6481 N 2nd St, Loves Park, IL 61111-4109

+18157085336 Website Directions

Core Combat Sports

📍 1.0 mi · 7135 Clinton Rd, Loves Park, IL 61111

+18157088751 Website Directions

No Joke Mixed Martial Arts MMA

📍 3.2 mi · 6358 Daytona Dr, Loves Park, IL 61111-8634

+18159865425 Website Directions

Excel Academy of Tae Kwon Do Muay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

📍 3.8 mi · 6630 Spring Brook Rd, Rockford, IL 61114-5669

🥋 Kickboxing, Boxing, MMA

+18155404861 Website Directions

Rockford Academy Of Tae-Kwon-Do Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

📍 4.3 mi · 3628 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108-1916

+18156212020 Website Directions

Kong's Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA

📍 4.4 mi · 4239 Maray Dr, Rockford, IL 61107

🕒 tuesday & thursday 6:30pm

🥋 Karate, Kung Fu

+18155409375 Website Directions

Shaolin Kempo Studios

📍 4.5 mi · 110 N 1st St, Rockford, IL 61107

+18158470855 Website Directions

Rockford Karate Club Karate / taekwondo

📍 4.5 mi · 915 1/2 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104

(815) 965-7575 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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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.

What is a mixed martial artist?
A mixed martial artist is an athlete who trains in and combines multiple combat disciplines, such as striking, wrestling, and submission grappling. They integrate techniques from sports like boxing, Muay Thai, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for competition or self-defense. Search MartialArtsAtlas to locate comprehensive MMA programs near you.

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