Kids Martial Arts Classes in Champaign, IL

5 of the 11 martial arts schools we list in Champaign have kids classes. Map search shows a pin for every "martial arts" result but has no way to separate schools that run structured, age-graded kids programs from adult-focused dojos that just tolerate the occasional teenager. Every school listed here has kids classes confirmed from its own posted schedule or website, not guessed from a generic "family friendly" tag.

Kokushi Midwest Judo Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

1814 Glenn Park Dr, Champaign, IL 61821-2400

+12176937342 Website Directions

Leaders for Life Martial Arts Kids classes

2413 Village Green Pl, Champaign, IL 61822-7676

+12173518531 Website Directions

McVicker Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grappling

1808 Round Barn Rd, Champaign, IL 61821-6816

+18122436683 Website Directions

Song's Kung Fu Academy Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo

1827 W Springer Dr, Champaign, IL 61821

+12176370278 Website Directions

White Tiger Tae Kwon Do Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo

2006 Round Barn Rd, Champaign, IL 61821-3623

🕒 1-1:45pm, 2-2:45pm

+12177141162 Website Directions

Ask about the age brackets before enrolling. Most schools split kids into groups like 4-6, 7-9, and 10-13 with separate curricula and class pace, so a bracket matched to your child's age and attention span matters more than the style itself.

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Good to know

What age can kids start martial arts classes?
Many schools accept kids as young as 4 or 5 in a "little dragons" or similar intro program, though most structured belt curricula start around age 6-7. The right age depends more on whether the child can follow instructions in a group setting than on any strict cutoff.

How much do kids martial arts classes cost?
Monthly tuition for kids classes commonly runs $80-150, sometimes less at community or rec-center programs and more at schools with active competition teams. Most schools also charge a one-time registration fee plus periodic costs for belt testing or uniforms.