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Y.M.A TAEKWONDO & KRAV MAGA LLC
4.4 ★★★★☆ 12 Google reviews · Krav Maga school in Arlington Heights, Illinois
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
- Fitness & conditioning Krav-based fitness and conditioning classes — a high-energy workout that builds real-world strength and stamina
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (847) 809-0236
Hours
| Monday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I was very nervous to start Krav Maga classes due to having no prior experience in martial arts.”
“Their core strength and conditioning classes are intense as well.”
“They help you do the best you can from your current level of fitness and experience, so its really open to anyone who is interested in learning real world, practical self defense.”
Other martial arts here
“I've been to many fitness and MMA training gyms and facilities, even have a background in Muay Thai and YMA Krav Maga is top notch.”
“I've been to many fitness and MMA training gyms and facilities, even have a background in Muay Thai and YMA Krav Maga is top notch.”
What students say
“I was very nervous to start Krav Maga classes due to having no prior experience in martial arts.”
“It's a family here that cares not only in teaching you 5-star KM self defense & fighting techniques but this is a rare facility that you "grow" with through your rankings.”
“They help you do the best you can from your current level of fitness and experience, so its really open to anyone who is interested in learning real world, practical self defense.”
“I joined this amazing workout program in July of this year and cannot describe how satisfied and overexcited I am for finally finding something that fits my needs.”
“I've definitely learned a great deal about self defense and situational awareness, which is sadly necessary these days.”
From the reviews
To Alex, Craig, and Michelle – we are all posting reviews because we are the students – Surprised? Don’t be – there are a lot of us ;) Stop by and meet us – check out the pictures ahead of time and we will be able to show you who we are.
I'm 62 yrs. old and I never thought I ever be able to do any physical exercise do to my health condition. I joined K.O Bag fitness at this location and I can't thank enough for support I have been getting from instructor Eni. Classes are always fun, challenging and a tremendous help to my health.
I've been a fan of the K.O Bag Fitness class since 2011. The master put in a lot of effort to change up the routine. So each class is different and I've never get bored of doing the same class. It's a great place to burn calories and de-stress. Be ready to have fun.
I joined this amazing workout program in July of this year and cannot describe how satisfied and overexcited I am for finally finding something that fits my needs. I was very nervous to start Krav Maga classes due to having no prior experience in martial arts.
New to Krav Maga? Start at Y.M.A TAEKWONDO & KRAV MAGA LLC
Y.M.A TAEKWONDO & KRAV MAGA LLC comes up as a beginner-friendly school, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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.
Your first Krav Maga class at Y.M.A TAEKWONDO & KRAV MAGA LLC
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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