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Ekims Karate Kickboxing & MMA
5 ★★★★★ 87 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Silvis, Illinois
Plan your first class
- Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ekimskarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 309-755-5425
Hours
| Monday | 12–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–8 pm |
| Thursday | 12–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“All 5 of my children have also learned under Mike and hands down I wouldn’t go anywhere else!”
“Students ĺearn self defense, tournament competition.”
“This is a Great place to bring you kids, teenagers and even for adults!”
Other martial arts here
“I also go to the kickboxing classes and bjj classes.”
“As an adult woman kickboxing student it has improved my mental health and my physical strength to feel safe and able to be out alone.”
“Students ĺearn self defense, tournament competition.”
What students say
“I’ve been with Ekim’s since I was 12 years old on and off and Sensei Mike has been an amazing inspiration, leader and coach no matter the age!”
“What stands out most is the balance of friendly and welcoming, but also very organized and structured.”
“What stands out most is the balance of friendly and welcoming, but also very organized and structured.”
“He's great with kids of all ages helps them be the best.”
“Emma hardly ever misses classes and it shows by all the first place trophies she gets at tournaments.”
“He diligently works with the youth of the community to build their confidence and gives them a sense of self worth that helps shape the next generation.”
From the reviews
Mike is a great instructor with little kids. He's the perfect amount of firm and friendly. He smiles while he yells. Karate is a physical sport, it isn't easy; but Mike tempers his being strict while showing compassion. He focuses on selfcontrol and technique. I see my kids going here for many years.
This is a Great place to bring you kids, teenagers and even for adults! Mike is very knowledgeable and a excellent couch! It's more than a gym. More like a family! Everyone are very welcoming! Great role models!
Our Granddaughter goes to karate at Ekims. She loves it. Master Mike is very good with kids at all ages. Emma hardly ever misses classes and it shows by all the first place trophies she gets at tournaments. Emma says it's like family at Ekims!
This school is great for all ages. Children classes are fun and engaging. Students ĺearn self defense, tournament competition. Karate at Ekims' provides disipline and focus and they do better in school. It also is great on building and having positive self esteem.
Your first Karate class at Ekims Karate Kickboxing & MMA
Nervous about walking into a Karate dojo for the first time? Almost everyone is, and a good sensei expects beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, punches, and kicks — not hard sparring. Step to the side whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot. What to bring: water, and a mouthguard if you have one — many dojos lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi and the belt your dojo awards you. Kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the sensei. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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