Business Details
25 Years
experience
Martial Arts Classes in Northbrook for Kids & Adults
Founded in 2001, Championship Martial Arts has been empowering individuals of all ages through transformative martial arts training. Our programs emphasize personal development, blending traditional values like discipline and respect with modern self-defense techniques. With certified black belt instructors and a focus on community, we create a supportive environment where students build confidence, physical fitness, and life skills.Our Northbrook facility offers structured classes for children, teens, and adults, ensuring each student receives personalized attention. We prioritize safety, cleanliness, and accessibility, making martial arts an enjoyable journey for every family. Over two decades of experience have solidified our reputation as a trusted leader in martial arts education.
Services
Lil' Dragons (3-6)
Kids Martial Arts (7-12)
Teen Martial Arts
Adult Martial Arts
Cage Fitness
Summer Camp
Bully Busters
Birthday Parties
Semi-Private Lessons
Belt Testing
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- Certified black belt instructors with decades of combined experience
- Focus on personal development alongside martial arts techniques
- Clean, state-of-the-art facility with viewing areas for parents
- Proven track record since 2001 with 8-year+ student retention
- Community-focused programs that build lifelong character traits
What people say
Amazing instructors
Dramatic improvements in confidence
Worth every penny
Great sense of community
No comparison with other schools
Services
Lil' Dragons (3-6)
Our Lil' Dragons program develops essential life skills in children aged 3-6 through structured martial arts training. Focusing on character qualities like courtesy, respect, and discipline, this program uses playful activities to improve focus and social interaction. Certified instructors guide students in a safe environment that prepares them for academic and personal success while making learning fun and engaging.
Kids Martial Arts (7-12)
Designed for children aged 7-12, this program builds confidence and physical fitness through traditional karate techniques. Students develop goal-setting skills through belt progression while learning self-defense and teamwork. The curriculum emphasizes positive mental attitude and perseverance, with instructors creating a supportive environment where kids thrive both physically and emotionally through structured training.
Teen Martial Arts
Our teen martial arts program helps adolescents navigate challenges through structured self-defense training and character development. Students build confidence, discipline, and social skills while learning practical self-defense techniques. The program creates accountability through peer interaction and reinforces positive habits that translate to academic and personal success in a supportive community environment.
Adult Martial Arts
Adult martial arts combine high-intensity fitness with real-world self-defense training for all experience levels. This program improves physical conditioning while teaching practical defense techniques in a motivating group environment. Participants develop mental focus and stress relief through traditional karate practices adapted for modern fitness needs and personal safety applications.
Summer Camp
Our all-ages summer camp integrates martial arts training with physical activity and social development. Campers participate in structured classes that build confidence, coordination, and discipline through karate techniques and team activities. The program offers a safe, engaging environment where children develop new skills while maintaining physical fitness during school breaks.
People
Kristin Miller
Owner
6th Degree Black Belt with over 20 years of martial arts experience, founded Championship Martial Arts in 2001 to empower Northbrook families through character development and self-defense training.
Sanjin Vidovic
Head Instructor
4th Degree Black Belt specializing in youth instruction, known for creating engaging classes that build confidence and discipline in students aged 3-17 while maintaining traditional martial arts values.
Theodore Creek
Instructor
4th Degree Black Belt with expertise in adult fitness programs, combining high-intensity martial arts training with practical self-defense techniques for real-world applications in a motivating environment.
Questions
What age groups do your martial arts programs serve?
We offer programs for children aged 3-6 (Lil' Dragons), 7-12 (Kids Martial Arts), teens 13-17, and adults 18+.
Are your martial arts classes only for experienced students?
No, our classes welcome all fitness levels. Beginners train alongside experienced students in a supportive team environment.
How do martial arts benefit child development?
Our programs improve focus, self-control, social skills, and physical fitness while teaching respect and goal-setting.
What makes Championship Martial Arts different from other schools?
We emphasize personal development over just self-defense, with certified black belt instructors and a proven curriculum since 2001.
Do you offer trial classes or introductory offers?
Yes, we provide limited-time trial offers with no commitments and a 100% money-back guarantee.
