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Illinois Martial Arts Academy offers kids martial arts, adult martial arts, self-defense, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing, and fitness classes. The program includes Kids Jiu Jitsu, Kids Kickboxing, Adult Jiu Jitsu, Adult Kickboxing, self defense training, and a high intensity Kickboxing program. The academy is described as Algonquin's premier martial arts school with a great spacious gym and a world class training facility that reflects and respects the proud traditions of the martial arts.
• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Price: Free Trial Class ($0) Limited Time Only!
All instructors are graduates of an instructor-training program that focuses on top quality in every class, and instruction is led by seasoned professionals with years of experience in multiple disciplines. The academy notes excellent student/instructor ratios and a curriculum that offers progression in technique, discipline, confidence, and fitness. The Illinois Martial Arts Academy states that it specializes in kids and adult martial arts, self-defense, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing, fitness, and character development, and that it delivers training for families in Algonquin, Crystal Lake, Lake in the Hills, Huntley, and Cary.
The mission of Illinois Martial Arts Academy is to provide a world-class martial arts training environment that enables students to have fun in the learning experience and offers perpetually challenging programs that meet or exceed the needs and capabilities of every student to maximize their individual potential. The mission also includes supporting an environment committed to goal setting, personal development, and advancement, encouraging students to use their acquired knowledge as “stepping stones” toward an improved self, family, and community, and ensuring that every student leaves the dojo with enhanced physical and mental well-being, concentration, self-esteem, self-discipline, self-control, and lifelong experiences both deep and enriching.
The leadership team includes instructor Chuck Masny. The academy describes its community as a welcoming place where students support one another and grow together physically, mentally, and socially. One parent notes that the gym is spacious, the instructors are qualified and experienced, and that Chuck breaks down complex moves so new students can understand the techniques, and also describes the atmosphere as welcoming and friendly. Another parent reports that all three of their boys have been members, that they gained confidence and tenacity, and describes Chuck as a great teacher and overall great person.
Last updated August 11, 2026.
• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Price: Free Trial Class ($0) Limited Time Only!
All instructors are graduates of an instructor-training program that focuses on top quality in every class, and instruction is led by seasoned professionals with years of experience in multiple disciplines. The academy notes excellent student/instructor ratios and a curriculum that offers progression in technique, discipline, confidence, and fitness. The Illinois Martial Arts Academy states that it specializes in kids and adult martial arts, self-defense, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing, fitness, and character development, and that it delivers training for families in Algonquin, Crystal Lake, Lake in the Hills, Huntley, and Cary.
The mission of Illinois Martial Arts Academy is to provide a world-class martial arts training environment that enables students to have fun in the learning experience and offers perpetually challenging programs that meet or exceed the needs and capabilities of every student to maximize their individual potential. The mission also includes supporting an environment committed to goal setting, personal development, and advancement, encouraging students to use their acquired knowledge as “stepping stones” toward an improved self, family, and community, and ensuring that every student leaves the dojo with enhanced physical and mental well-being, concentration, self-esteem, self-discipline, self-control, and lifelong experiences both deep and enriching.
The leadership team includes instructor Chuck Masny. The academy describes its community as a welcoming place where students support one another and grow together physically, mentally, and socially. One parent notes that the gym is spacious, the instructors are qualified and experienced, and that Chuck breaks down complex moves so new students can understand the techniques, and also describes the atmosphere as welcoming and friendly. Another parent reports that all three of their boys have been members, that they gained confidence and tenacity, and describes Chuck as a great teacher and overall great person.
Last updated August 11, 2026.
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