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Premier Martial Arts Fox Valley
5 ★★★★★ 48 Google reviews · Karate dojo in South Elgin, Illinois
Part of Premier Martial Arts
Affiliated dojo — reviews and the dojo's own info point to a recognized Karate style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Goju-Ryu, Isshinryu, Tiger Schulmann's or Villari's). If lineage matters to you, ask which style and organization the dojo belongs to, and under whom the head sensei earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule premiermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (630) 349-6682
Hours
| Monday | 1–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 1–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 1 PM–12 AM |
| Thursday | 12–8:30 AM, 1–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 1–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“This is an excellent school and worth every penny sensei Jayson and sensei Kade truly are professional, and help the children feel self-confident.”
“In addition, the teen class and leadership class has be amazing for the overall growth of the kids in the program.”
Other martial arts here
“Great place for the kids to learn self defense.”
What students say
“I highly recommend Premier Martial Arts for anyone looking to enroll their child in a positive, supportive martial arts program.”
“We have been a part of the PMA family for over a year and have seen our daughter's confidence skyrocket”
“My daughter looks forward to every session and has grown so much in both skill and confidence thanks to the dedicated coaching.”
From the reviews
This is an excellent school and worth every penny sensei Jayson and sensei Kade truly are professional, and help the children feel self-confident.
Fantastic Martial Arts Studio! My daughter absolutely loves attending her martial arts classes here! The atmosphere is welcoming, and it's clear that the instructors genuinely care about the students.
I’ve been bringing my son to Premier Martial Arts in South Elgin since he was 6 years old, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience! The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and great with kids. They focus not only on martial arts skills but also on building confidence, discipline, and respect.
This is an amazing gym especially for kids. Their approach make the kids more engaged. I wholeheartedly believe that the way they teach the kids is the best way. Your kids will not only learn martial arts here, but will want to stay learning and do martial arts forever if you start them here.
New to Karate? Start at Premier Martial Arts Fox Valley
Premier Martial Arts Fox Valley comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Premier Martial Arts Fox Valley
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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