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Ultimate Martial Arts
4.4 ★★★★☆ 89 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Lincolnwood, 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
- Membership memberships run around $179/mo — many schools also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-student rates
- Kids & teens Krav Maga classes for kids and teens — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule kravmagatkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (847) 679-3330
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | 9–11:10 AM |
The classes they run
“What makes this facility the best is that there is a waiting / viewing area for family members to hang out while their kids participate in the class.”
“Master Peña is a great teacher who focuses self defense and martial arts forms and technique to give confidence and physically make them active.”
What students say
“It is family owned with an extremely respectful environment and welcoming staff.”
“The staff are incredibly friendly, and the training has significantly improved my child's self-discipline and focus.”
“Master Peña is a great teacher who focuses self defense and martial arts forms and technique to give confidence and physically make them active.”
“My daughter love taekwondo classes, she really enjoys being here her teachers are always with a good attitude smiling and cheering at every student.”
“The instructors are patient with all the students and I'm very happy with the classes.”
From the reviews
My daughter has been going here for 9 years. It has been a pleasure seeing her grow up and gain not only physical skills but also life skills. Ultimate Martial Arts has been a wonderful experience and I am thankful that it is a part of our lives.
My daughter has been training here for three years now. I've decided to start martial arts for her to build up her confidence and of course to learn some self defense techniques. I am beyond happy, not only she is 100% more confident but she is also learning how to protect herself.
We’ve been attending classes at Ultimate Martial Arts since 2017. Both of my children have benefited greatly from the amazing curriculum and teachers, and they’re now first degree black belts. The level of confidence, discipline, and strength they’ve developed over the years is amazing.
We have had a wonderful year with UMA! My son started before his fifth birthday and has progressed so far in skill and confidence. The instructors are great with kids and able to adjust their teaching styles to what each child needs.
Your first Krav Maga class at Ultimate 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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