Kids Martial Arts Classes in Deerfield, IL

4 of the 8 martial arts schools we list in Deerfield 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.

CPAC Taekwondo Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

2223 Half Day Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015-1291

+18479485330 Website Directions

Chicago Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grappling

151 S Pfingsten Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015-4934

+18475640200 Website Directions

Cornerstone Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

444 Lake Cook Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015-4913

🕒 4:30pm - 8:30pm

+12242842911 Website Directions

Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

55 Waukegan Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015-4901

+18475047213 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.