Martial Arts, Taekwondo & Fitness Classes in Skokie, IL
Find your class
Beginners are welcome in every program. Not sure which one fits? Book a trial week and we will help you choose.
Kids Martial Arts
Ages 4 and up
Taekwondo that builds focus, respect and confidence, in age groups 4-6, 7-10 and 11+.
Adult Martial Arts Fitness
All fitness levels
A full-body workout from taekwondo, striking and Krav Maga drills.
Personal Training
One-on-one coaching
Private sessions built around your goals and your pace.
Women's Only Workout
Female coach
Supportive fitness classes for women, mornings, evenings and Saturdays.
Why families train at Next Level
We teach martial arts to people of every background and experience level, with hands-on coaching in a safe, supportive room where egos and intimidation are never a factor.
Take a one-minute look inside our Skokie studio.
Focus that carries into school
Kids practice listening, patience and goal setting every class.
Confidence against bullying
Students learn to stand tall, speak up and stay safe.
Black belt coaching
Learn from instructors with decades of training and competition.
Start with a trial week
Pick a program, train for a full week with a certified instructor, then decide. No contract and no pressure.
Kids Martial Arts
$15
for 1 week of classes
Taekwondo classes for ages 4 and up, grouped by age.
Adult Martial Arts
Free
for 1 week of classes
High-intensity martial arts fitness for every level.
Group Fitness
Free
for 1 week of classes
Coached group workouts in a supportive room.
How to get started
1
Claim your trial week online
Choose a program and send us your details. We will confirm your first class.
2
Come to your first class
Wear comfortable workout clothes and bring water. We will show you around before class starts.
3
Choose your plan
At the end of the week, we will help you pick the membership that fits your schedule.
What students and parents say
Real reviews from our students and their families on Google and Facebook.
★★★★★
“My daughter was a little intimidated at first, but after a few classes she got to love it. … They give equal attention to each student and every class comes with new challenges.”
Georgiana Brotac Anton
Parent, Kids Martial Arts. Facebook review
★★★★★
“I have always been intimidated by gyms and organized exercise classes… Master Z is patient, knowledgeable and encouraging every step of the way. I am amazed at how much stronger I have become.”
Kelly McKnight Oberholtzer
Adult classes. Facebook review
★★★★★
“He pays attention to your ability and knows when to push you to make you work harder and when you are at your limit. … It’s never boring.”
Erica Nurmela
Adult classes. Google review
Coached by black belts
Master Ziad Al Hakim has 25+ years in martial arts, and our team includes a Kukkiwon-certified 3rd-degree black belt.
Master Ziad Al Hakim
Head instructor
Juan Carlos Gomez Jr.
Taekwondo instructor
A
Coach Amani
Women's classes
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On Oakton Street in Skokie, close to Evanston, Lincolnwood, Niles and Morton Grove. Send us a message and we will help you pick the right class.
4031 Oakton St, Skokie, IL 60076
(773) 389-7313
ziad@nextlevelmaf.com
Monday to Saturday. See the schedule
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