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True Force Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 53 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Charleston, Illinois
Plan your first class
- Free intro class most schools welcome newcomers with a free intro or trial class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Kids & teens Krav Maga classes for kids — built around confidence, focus, and staying safe
- Level classes Level 1–5 classes on the schedule — a graded curriculum that builds your skills step by step as you progress
- 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
- Fitness & conditioning Krav-based fitness and conditioning classes — a high-energy workout that builds real-world strength and stamina
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule trueforcema.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (217) 508-6122
Hours
| Monday | 4:15–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:15–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:15–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 4:15–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“As a parent and grandparent I cannot praise enough what this school and instructors have done for my daughter and granddaughter.”
“They are learning skills quickly and look forward to class and belt testing!”
“Hughes has been with my young son in private lessons.”
“I personally love the Fitness Kickboxing class, it’s a great workout and teaches valuable self defense movements/skills.”
“I personally love the Fitness Kickboxing class, it’s a great workout and teaches valuable self defense movements/skills.”
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“I personally love the Fitness Kickboxing class, it’s a great workout and teaches valuable self defense movements/skills.”
What students say
“Hughes is an excellent instructor and makes everyone feel comfortable during class.”
“The school fosters an atmosphere of respect, discipline, and personal growth for students of all levels.”
“The instructors are not only skilled they are experienced, patient, and encouraging.”
“I personally love the Fitness Kickboxing class, it’s a great workout and teaches valuable self defense movements/skills.”
“In this crazy world its nice to know that there are still people that are willing to go all out to teach respect discipline confidence and self protection.”
“My child absolutely loves being part of the True force family.”
From the reviews
I can't say enough about how amazing Mr. Hughes has been with my young son in private lessons. He is sensitive to his needs and works to teach him respect, control, discipline, and general listening skills. The level of physical vs mental activity is just exactly right for my son. Mr.
I highly recommend True Force Martial Arts! The instructors are not only skilled they are experienced, patient, and encouraging. The school fosters an atmosphere of respect, discipline, and personal growth for students of all levels.
I absolutely LOVE this place! When you walk in you can clearly view the time and effort that Isaiah Hughes has put into this place. The workers are super nice, too! Training sessions result in a fun learning environment that is family friendly.
I love this place. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and work so well with students of every age and fitness level. The facility is also very clean and spacious. I personally love the Fitness Kickboxing class, it’s a great workout and teaches valuable self defense movements/skills.
Your first Krav Maga class at True Force Martial Arts
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.
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