Business Details
31 Years
experience
Martial Arts Classes for Kids & Adults in Libertyville, IL
At Northshore Academy of Martial Arts, we have dedicated ourselves to transforming lives through martial arts for over 25 years. Our Libertyville-based academy offers comprehensive programs tailored to children, teens, and adults, focusing on developing essential life skills like confidence, discipline, and resilience alongside practical self-defense techniques. With a team of experienced instructors, including certified experts in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, and Krav Maga, we provide a supportive community where students of all ages achieve personal growth.Our curriculum combines physical fitness with mental development, ensuring participants gain strength, focus, and practical skills applicable beyond the training mat. Recognized for our award-winning youth programs, we help families in Lake County build character and capability through structured martial arts education. Our commitment to quality instruction and student safety has made us a trusted local institution for martial arts training since 1995.
Services
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Kickboxing
Krav Maga
Archery
Self-Defense
Youth Martial Arts
Teen Martial Arts
Adult Martial Arts
Private Lessons
Family Fitness
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of proven martial arts instruction experience
- Our certified instructors hold advanced ranks in multiple disciplines
- Award-winning programs emphasize character development alongside physical skills
- Family-friendly environment with all-ages training opportunities
- Practical self-defense curriculum prepares students for real-world scenarios
Services
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program develops practical self-defense skills through grappling and ground fighting techniques. Students learn effective control methods, submission holds, and strategic positioning while improving physical fitness and mental resilience. This discipline benefits practitioners of all ages by enhancing body awareness and problem-solving abilities under pressure.
Kickboxing
Kickboxing instruction combines traditional Muay Thai techniques with modern fitness training. Participants develop striking proficiency through pad work, footwork drills, and partner exercises while building cardiovascular endurance and core strength. Our classes accommodate all skill levels from beginner youth to advanced adult practitioners.
Krav Maga
Krav Maga training focuses on real-world self-defense scenarios with practical techniques for personal protection. Students learn to defend against grabs, strikes, and weapon threats while developing situational awareness and stress response capabilities. The curriculum prepares both teens and adults for common safety challenges.
Youth Martial Arts
Our youth martial arts programs for ages 4-14 combine physical development with character education. Children improve focus, coordination, and discipline through age-appropriate drills that teach self-defense fundamentals, teamwork, and respect in a structured, supportive environment.
Family Fitness
Combat Conditioning classes offer family-friendly fitness sessions where parents and children train together. Led by a retired Navy instructor, these Saturday morning workouts build strength and endurance through obstacle courses and circuit training while promoting family bonding through shared physical challenges.
People
Marc Halleck
Co-Owner
With over 25 years of martial arts instruction experience, Guro Marc Halleck co-founded NSAMA to provide quality martial arts education to Libertyville families. He specializes in Filipino martial arts and youth development programs.
Jason Gough
Co-Owner
Co-owner Jason Gough brings extensive martial arts expertise to NSAMA, focusing on adult self-defense programs and instructor development. He works closely with students to ensure personalized attention and technical proficiency in all disciplines.
Alex Jovica
Sensei
Sensei Alex Jovica specializes in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction, developing curriculum for both youth and adult programs. With advanced ranking in multiple martial arts, he emphasizes technical precision and practical application in all his classes.
Joe Flores
Professor
Professor Joe Flores leads Krav Maga and self-defense training at NSAMA. His real-world approach prepares students for practical scenarios while emphasizing situational awareness and de-escalation techniques alongside physical defense methods.
Jeff Morris
Sensei
Sensei Jeff Morris instructs youth martial arts programs, focusing on character development and foundational skills. He creates engaging, age-appropriate lessons that build discipline and confidence while introducing essential martial arts principles to young students.
Questions
Do you offer trial classes for new students?
Yes, we provide free trial classes to help you experience our programs before committing to membership.
What age ranges do your programs cover?
We offer classes for children as young as 4 through adult programs with specialized curricula for different age groups.
How do martial arts benefit children's development?
Our youth programs improve focus, discipline, and confidence while teaching physical coordination and respectful behavior.
Are self-defense techniques practical for real situations?
Yes, our Krav Maga and BJJ programs teach proven techniques for real-world scenarios and personal safety.
Do you offer family membership options?
We provide all-access family memberships that accommodate multiple family members across different age groups.
