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Industrial Martial Arts Inc

4.6 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Mattoon, Illinois

Krav Maga school Beginners welcome Kids & teens Fitness & conditioning

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 & teens Krav Maga classes for kids and teens (ages 3–12) — built around confidence, focus, and staying safe
  • Fitness & conditioning Krav-based fitness and conditioning classes — a high-energy workout that builds real-world strength and stamina
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule industrialninjas.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 217-549-7638

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 5–8 pm
Wednesday 5–8 pm
Thursday 5–8 pm
Friday 5–8:30 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Krav Maga classes on the schedule at Industrial Martial Arts Inc, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Krav Maga 12 mentions

“I also think its a great concept to allow the families to attend class on days that work well with their schedule, for families with multiple children, this is a great perk !”

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🔥 Fitness & Conditioning 3 mentions

“The fitness classes are fantastic and energetic.”

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🌱 Beginners

“Only my first time but seems great patient good teaching skills doesn't just tell you what to do and expects you to know overall id recommend”

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Other martial arts here

Krav Maga schools are often multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Industrial Martial Arts Inc — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing

“Fitness kickboxing is a great workout, too!”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the school's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, Muay Thai, boxing, or firearms defense alongside your Krav Maga, confirm the current schedule with the school.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 28 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 supportive, no-ego gym 5 mentions

“Instructors are very friendly and willing to go the extra mile for their classes.”

🧠 builds confidence & awareness 2 mentions

“If you want your child to learn about discipline, respect and self esteem this is where you will find it!”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“My son is a student here and absolutly loves attending unfortunately we have been out due to some personal issues.”

🤲 patient, hands-on coaching 3 mentions

“Only my first time but seems great patient good teaching skills doesn't just tell you what to do and expects you to know overall id recommend”

From the reviews

My 11 year old daughter has been attending for the past 5-6 months. We originally signed up for a 2 week trial and she was hooked. After trying every sport unsuccessfully, finding one that she adores has been incredible!

★★★★★ — Cat, Mar 2021

This is a great martial arts institution. I really appreciate the ability to try the class out before signing up for multiple sessions. The instructor does a fantastic job of working with the classes of all ages and is very knowledgeable.

★★★★★ — Kristina, Mar 2021

I started with the 16 week challenge back in February. The fitness classes are fantastic and energetic. Definitely gets the blood pumping! A few weeks into the fitness program, I joined the Krav class. I absolutely love it and highly recommend it to anyone (over the age of 16).

★★★★★ — Tracy, Sep 2019

My son is a student here and absolutly loves attending unfortunately we have been out due to some personal issues. When my son started this class 4 months ago he was the shy give up easily type. Now hes the first one to jump up volunteer and take charge anywhere we go. Id like to send a big shout out to Mr.

★★★★★ — Sarah, Jan 2022

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New to Krav Maga? Start at Industrial Martial Arts Inc

Industrial Martial Arts Inc comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a self-defense class, 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 athletic to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build the fundamentals (stance, movement, and core self-defense techniques) over weeks, and controlled pressure-testing eases in gradually so every drill stays safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or Level 1 class time so your first session is alongside others who are also just starting out. Most schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.

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Your first Krav Maga class at Industrial Martial Arts Inc

Nervous about walking into a Krav Maga school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling a few core techniques with a partner — controlled and at your own pace, not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move in — there's no uniform or special gear you need to buy to get started. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — most schools have everything else you'll need for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call what to bring. Pressure-testing eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid — you won't be sparring hard on day one. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign in and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Krav Maga is a contact activity. Ease in, train at your own pace, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Industrial Martial Arts Inc

120A Dettro Dr, Mattoon, IL61938

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