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KMA of Bartlett
5 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Bartlett, Illinois
Plan your first class
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule kmabartlett.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 630-855-5826
Hours
| Monday | 1–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 1–8 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I want to avoid clichés and hyperbole, but she truly is a wonderful teacher who is empowering these kids, in body and mind.”
“The techniques Karen teaches are age-appropriate, and kids learn how NOT to fight as much as they learn reliable self-defense.”
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What members say
“Our instructor is great and loves to help the students learn.”
“Awsome experience, I absolutely love it the environment is so welcoming and The instructor Mrs, Sugino is very nice and funny!”
“I live in South Elgin, but am very happy to travel a few extra minutes for kid-friendly lessons where every class teaches something new.”
“She welcomed us right away, and my daughter loves her and has so much fun in her classes.”
“Ms Sugino is such a kind & compassionate soul who undoubtedly loves what she does, teaching her students to be of good character & grow in confidence.”
From the reviews
My family's experience with KMA Bartlett has been nothing but positive. My daughter has learned so much about the art of Kyukido and self control since she started in November. It has been wonderful to watch her confidence blossom!!!
After looking for a Martial Arts school for several years, I was happy to find KMA of Bartlett. Our instructor is great and loves to help the students learn. Absolutely stop in and give it a try.
As a parent, it matters to me that my 5-year-old daughter grows up as a strong and confident woman without becoming a bully. Real martial arts teaches character, discipline, and how to use your personal strengths to work with others without fear. KMA of Bartlett is simply outstanding in its quality of training.
We have our 4 year old son and 2.5 year old daughter enrolled at the academy and they absolutely love this class. Miss Sugino is a great teacher, patient yet firm. As a parent, I really enjoy the class also. I would strongly recommend this as an extracurricular activity for any child.
Your first BJJ class at KMA of Bartlett
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches 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 basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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