Martial Arts Schools in Normal, IL
2 schools in and around Normal, 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.
Normal has about 53,304 residents, which works out to 3.8 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.
More schools within 30 miles of Normal
Only 2 schools listed in Normal itself, so here are the closest ones in nearby towns. Distance is straight-line from Normal.
Walker's Martial Arts Free trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
📍 2.0 mi · 1304 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL 61701-3425
🕒 5am-9pm, 5:00 AM-9:00 PM
🥋 Kickboxing, Boxing, Taekwondo
Coffrin's ATA Martial Arts Kids classes
📍 2.1 mi · 2601 General Electric Rd, Bloomington, IL 61704-3437
🥋 Krav Maga
Fusion Martial Arts
📍 3.2 mi · 802 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington, IL 61704-6090
Gideon Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/ Self-Defense (Bloomington) Kids classesBJJ / grappling
📍 3.2 mi · 3302 Gerig Dr, Bloomington, IL 61704
🥋 BJJ
Victory Jiu-Jitsu BJJ / grappling
📍 3.3 mi · 1015 Ekstam Dr, Bloomington, IL 61704
Dynamic Martial Arts Free trial classKarate / taekwondo
📍 4.2 mi · 1717 R T Dunn Dr, Bloomington, IL 61701-8709
🕒 3PM-6PM, 10:30AM-12:30PM
🥋 Kung Fu
Frequency Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
📍 4.2 mi · 18 Currency Dr A, Bloomington, IL 61704
🥋 BJJ, MMA
Powerhouse Martial Arts Academy Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxing
📍 4.2 mi · 11 Finance Dr, Bloomington, IL 61704-9116
🕒 9:00am-10:00am, 6:15pm-7:15pm
🥋 Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Boxing
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
- Bloomington13
- Morton5
- Fairbury2
- Washington2
- East Peoria2
- Lincoln2
- Chicago224
- Naperville30
Good to know about martial arts schools in Normal
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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.