Chicago Martial Arts / Brazilian Top Team Jiu-Jitsu
151 S Pfingsten Rd #H, Deerfield, IL 60015
Chicago Martial Arts in Deerfield IL. Premier Taekwondo, martial arts, and self-defense training for kids, teens, adults & families. Call (847) 564-0200.
151 S Pfingsten Rd #H, Deerfield, IL 60015
Chicago Martial Arts in Deerfield IL. Premier Taekwondo, martial arts, and self-defense training for kids, teens, adults & families. Call (847) 564-0200.
Chicago Martial Arts and Master Lee are truly incredible. Master Lee’s influence on the kids is nothing short of amazing. Not only do they learn martial arts techniques, but they also develop a deep understanding of the philosophy behind it—focusing on respect, confidence, discipline, and focus. Master Lee and his assistants strike the perfect balance between creating a positive, playful environment and maintaining a no-nonsense approach that helps kids of all ages thrive. The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, encouraging growth both physically and mentally. It’s inspiring to see how much the kids enjoy their classes while building lifelong skills like confidence, fitness, and respect. Chicago Martial Arts is a true gem, and Master Lee’s dedication to his students is unmatched. Highly recommend this place to any parent looking for a fun, meaningful, and impactful martial arts program for their kids!
My son is 6 and currently in little ninjas. He absolutely loves it! They do fun activities that keep him engaged while learning discipline, respect, grit, and the basics of taekwondo.I would highly recommend!
I am so glad that we decided to sign out son up for Little Ninjas. Master Lee is amazing with the kids. He makes the class fun but also is not afraid to let the kids know when they are doing something wrong. Our son had never been so excited about any activity. He is all smiles from the minute he walks in the door and doesn't want to leave when it is over. Master Lee is the best. I definitely recommend Chicago Martial Arts / Brazilian Top Team Jiu-Jitsu.
Chicago Martial Arts has been a great place for my son to gain confidence in himself and make life long friends along with becoming stronger physically and mentally! Wouldn’t change a thing about this place! Wonderful program!
Master Lee has been a wonderful mentor to me throughout my childhood. He taught me discipline, and pushed me beyond what I thought I was capable of. No better place to learn Taekwondoe!
My son has been attending classes for about 3 months and absolutely loves it. He has a smile on his face from ear to ear the moment he walks in to when he leaves. If he could attend class everyday he would. Master Lee does a GREAT job with all of the kids. Highly recommend Chicago Martial Arts!!!!
Awesome facility and instructor Master Lee! Our son has only been going for a month but has already learned quite a bit in a fun, clean and interactive atmosphere. Five stars!
Master Lee is fantastic. Our son has gained so much confidence and belief in himself. The little ninjas program is sets a great foundation of discipline and confidence for years to come. I can't recommend Chicago Martial Arts enough.
Master Lee offers an incredible program. A combination of fun and hard work that is not easy to find (believe me, we looked). From curriculum to games, from drills to sparring, from smiles to sweaty foreheads - our kids are engaged during every class!
My son tested yesterday and achieved his 3rd-degree black belt status in Tae Kwon Do at Chicago Martial Arts / Brazilian Top Team Jiu-Jitsu. The half-day event was a true testament to his dedication and skills. He ran miles in the cold, aced the Korean vocabulary test, sparred, showcased his forms, and capped it off with an impressive feat - breaking a thick brick with his hand. 🧱 His journey with Chicago Martial Arts / Brazilian Top Team Jiu-Jitsu began in kindergarten, a decision my husband and I made to channel his energy and help him focus. His teachers were concerned that he was having trouble finishing his work and paying attention at school. I remember I was in tears at one point because he could not sit and complete his homework. We would sit for hours trying to get his homework done. This is when we started to look for non-pharmacological ways to address this issue and found Chicago Martial Arts. Master Lee and his dojo became a blessing in our lives. Under their guidance, we've witnessed our son transform into a mature young man who excels academically in honors, AP classes and Symphony Orchestra. This remarkable change is a testament to the positive impact of Chicago Martial Arts / Brazilian Top Team Jiu-Jitsu. They train children to be respectful, responsible, and self-sufficient young men. As parents, enrolling both of our kids in Chicago Martial Arts Tae Kwon Do school ranks among the best decisions we've made. The kids have been attending 2-3 times a week since the age of 5 and 7, embracing physical activity, discipline, teamwork, respect, and camaraderie as part of their lives now. Thank you, Chicago Martial Arts / Brazilian Top Team Jiu-Jitsu, for shaping our children into incredible individuals. This is so much a part of their lives that they don't know any other way.
Master Lee has built an incredible program at Chicago Martial Arts. Over the last five years, my son worked through all the belts in Little Ninjas and then graduated into Taekwondo - and he’s loved every minute of it. The experience has instilled focus, confidence, discipline and respect for others - I truly believe it has helped shape my son into who he is today. We’re proud to have been part of the community and highly recommend Chicago Martial Arts to anyone looking for an engaging program that truly cares about the kids and the quality of their instruction.
I cannot say enough AMAZING things about Chicago Martial Arts! My son began with Master Lee four months ago and has made such amazing progress. We've seen our boy's focus, persistence, and self-esteem improve in a short time. Master Lee is SO patient with him, but still holds him to a high standard. He is funny and consistent and really takes time to get to know the students. My son always looks forward to classes and loves his time there. I highly recommend Chicago Martial Arts, especially for those of us with wiggly little boys!
My son who is now 12 started out at Little Ninjas at the Glenview Park District. His first day started off crying and scared. That was about 8 years ago! He's now been going to Chicago Martial Arts for 7 years now and has become a 2nd degree black belt, working towards a 3rd degree. Master Lee teaches discipline, confidence, and courage to all his students and has definately impacted my son in a positive way! It's definately much more than just the fighting and self defense for my child. The studio and CMA parents becomes an extended family and support each other. I can't say enough positive things about this studio. Try it out if you are on the fence about picking a studio. You won't be disappointed.
My son has been going to Master Lee and staff on and off for over a year. It’s a wonderful program for kids who want to engage in sports but who don’t want to compete on teams. Great for kids who have ADHD!
I’ve been training with Master Lee since I was 5 years old. I took a break for a few years, and he welcomed me back with open arms. The kids are great helping me relearn all the curriculum! This place is my second home!
Master Lee and the rest of his staff are amazing! They do such a great job of instilling confidence and discipline in a fun and engaging way. They do a great job of giving each kid individual attention during every class, and the various activities that the kids perform makes every class feel fresh. Taekwondo is both of my kids favorite activity, and I think it is directly related to the atmosphere Master Lee and his team have created.
Master Lee is very supportive and patient with kids. My kids both take little ninja class at CMA and they love it!! It does not only help strengthen their core but also helps build their confidence.
CMA is more like a family than a class environment. Master Lee has always gone above and beyond with our son, and he has done an incredible job of teaching him to be disciplined, respectful, and how to learn about responsibility. If you are considering having your child enter the martial arts, please give Chicago Martial Arts a try!!
My 5 yo son has been attending classes for almost a year and absolutely loves it! Master Lee does an amazing job of demanding focus and respect, and creates a culture which balances discipline and fun. My little one comes running out with a smile every time! We have seen him become confident this last year, and are excited to continue to watch him learn and grow!
My 7 year old daughter always looks forward to her classes. This is a great environment for children (and adults) to be around. The classes are enjoyable and brings positive discipline. My daughter’s self esteem and confidence has improved. Please consider trying out a class to see for yourself.
We have so adored Chicago Martial Arts. From the very first class when we saw the confidence our son was filled with as he learned his first punches, to the pride on his face at his latest belt ceremony, the maturity this has brought out in our kiddo has truly blown our mind. He is always so happy on Saturday mornings to head to Little Ninjas, and to tell his friends at school about his latest belt or skill. We’ve loved getting to know the fellow parents, and watching our kids grow together. Master Lee’s kind guidance and discipline is so appreciated and special. We’re so grateful to have found Chicago Martial Arts!
My 5 yo son loves going here! Attending is never a fight or struggle. Master Lee is excellent! He is so attentive and good with all the children. He entertains them, and keeps them engaged while teaching them discipline and focus in a kind and controlled manner. I would recommend his program and his team to anyone interested. Thank you Master Lee!
We love Chicago Martial Arts!!! Master Lee is wonderful and makes the students feel so comfortable while learning and having fun! My extremely active son is learning discipline and self-control. We couldn’t ask for a better experience!!!
Professional instruction from world class teachers, this place is honestly a hidden gem amongst Deerfield, I would not be surprised if everyone knew about this place within a year from now, it will be a well known and sought after location to learn to your heart’s desire….
I would highly recommend this gym for any one brand new or seasoned in Jiu-Jitsu! Being new to Jiu-Jitsu and martial arts in general I was nervous to try it - but the gym was very welcoming and great at easing me into learning. As a woman, I also felt very safe and comfortable at the gym which was a huge plus. Professor John Hanson is extremely patient, knowledgeable, and takes the time to work with each student. He is able to monitor each student's progress individually and adjusts his lessons for what each student and the class needs. Jiu-Jitsu is my favorite activity because of this gym and I hope anyone who is even remotely interested comes and tries out a class!
Great place. Been here for 2 months now. I started as a newbie to BJJ with zero experience. All staff and members here are friendly & good people. Been learning a lot and it's a great workout too.
I have trained at many Jiu Jitsu gyms over the years, and I can honestly say that John is one of the best instructors I have seen. 10/10 instruction.
My 2 boys (5 & 7 yrs old) plus nephew (6 yrs old) all attend their little ninja class. We tried a different TKD place before choosing this TKD as I appreciate seeing Master Lee there every day knowing all his students names. The instructors are very knowledgeable and genuinely care for the students to excel. They know how to "scold" them in a way so the boys want to do better next time. They used to not like going, but now they loving going! Master Lee and his instructors are helping building discipline, manners and culture into these little men. Thanks!
Master Lee is the best! Our 2 sons have gained so much from the taekwondo program. They are strong both physically and mentally, confident in themselves and their abilities, and compassionate leaders, all thanks to Master Lee. Excellent community too!
A great place! Master Lee and his instructors are Great with the kids. Our 5 year old loves them and the class. He has built more confidence, respect, and learns so much from the little ninjas class.
If you're looking for a martial arts place for your child, I highly recommend this place! It's not just the trainings and techniques are intense but I love how they teach the kids self defense, respect, discipline and more. Its almost like the Army Basic Training. I love it
We were searching for the place our daughter can learn discipline and focus while being in friendly but respectful environment. This place exceeded expectations! Much recommended
Incredible opportunity for my son and daughter to learn a useful skill while gaining coordination, discipline, weekly fitness and overall confidence. Instructors are tough but always fair and treat both students and parents as part of the family/team. Glad we found this class - my kids love it!
They are amazing!!! We moved to town and were planning to try out a few places and after 10 minutes we knew our search was over. Great instructors, they are hard in a good way. Amazing facility, very flexible and the nicest people you will meet.
Best teachers, really teach kids discipline and a lot one on one attention. Also very skilled instructors in taekwando and jujitsu! My daughter absolutley loves her school. And they are priced very well really affordable.
My son has attended Chicago Martial Arts since he was 4 years old. At age 7, he has already developed excellent technical skills in Tae Kwon Do, learned Korean vocabulary, appreciated the fundamentals of listening, discipline, respect, and perseverance. Master Lee, Master Juan, and Ms. Laura are excellent, dedicated, and challenge the kids appropriately yet building their confidence. The new space is very clean, bright, and welcoming. I highly recommend this martial arts facility to family and friends.
Excellent instruction and great value. Facility is new and the teaching style combines fundamentals, techniques, and short practical sparring drills very well.
My son loves this place. Master (and Ms.) Lee is absolutely fantastic, and you can tell that he is passionate about instructing his students.
Staff is very professional and welcoming. Awesome place to train!
CMA is an excellent school. Master Lee and instructor Juan both do a tremendous job of teaching martial arts and instilling discipline while keeping the kids engaged and happy. I definitely recommend this school.
Master Lee is great with the kids. He teaches them discipline but also has fun while doing so. My son has been in the Little Ninjas class for 7 months now and has advanced belts. Keeps him motivated to earn the next belt. It’s amazing how Master Lee keeps the 4-6 year olds attention for the whole class. Just wonderful. I highly recommend.
My boys (6 and 12 years old) take Taekwondo class almost everyday at the Chicago Martial Arts and they love it. They have been attending class here for a year and my older son's confidence has improved.
Master Lee and Laura are an amazing duo. They keep the kids motivated to be strong physically and mentally !! They also cultivate kindness, patience and confidence which is something hard for a parent to do.!!!! Thank you master Lee for all that you do for the kids and also adults !! We all love you
This place has been my second home for six years! The BJJ family is welcoming and so helpful. Lots of upper belts and training partners that always want to drill and improve. Definitely recommend.
Amazing!!! Professional instructors and staff plus brand new facilities. Very patient with my 10 year old son and 9 year old daughter. Would recommend to all!!!
I first began training Brazillian Jiu Jitsu with Professor Barry Philips at CMA last August. Though starting at a new school felt intimidating at first, I knew from day 1 that CMA had to be my "home" school. Everyone was immediately welcoming and helpful. Professor Barry and all of the higher ranking belts are immensely skilled in breaking down technique and problem solving. I always leave class having had fun, gotten a great workout, and having learned a ton. I've been very happy with the training I've gotten at CMA and highly recommend it.
Instructors really care about kids in class and at home. My son is really active and has a hard time focusing, but they were very patient and explained to him why he wasn't participating if he had acted up. Eventually with time, my son has learned to focus and the discipline has helped at home as well. They really focus on respect to parents and others, building confidence, and just really want your child to succeed.
Master Lee and Laura run a great and clean dojang...my son enjoys advancing and works hard for each belt! Kudos to Master Juan too. I love how the children with black belts mentor the others...wonderful learning opportunity. The flexibility of attendance works well for busy and unpredictable schedules too.
Bill Lee, the owner of CMA, is a really nice guy and a fantastic martial arts teacher. And his number one instructor, Juan, is absolutely superb with the kids. After studying martial arts myself for many years, I know good instruction when I see it, and I definitely see it here. Knowing that my son is becoming capable of defending himself in this crazy world makes me and my wife feel more at ease when he leaves our home. Plus, I know the more he learns, the less likely he'll ever have to use it. Besides, my son always leaves the studio feeling great about himself, and that's really worth every cent.
Both my kids take Taekwondo lessons at CMA. The classes are great and Master Lee and Laura are fantastic with the kids! Highly recommended for kids and adults alike!!
We love CMA!! Both of my kids go here and we plan to for a long time. Everyone is amazing, my kids have learned so much. I recommend CMA to everyone.
Our family has been training with Master Lee and Instructor Juan at Chicago Martial Arts for over four years. They are amazing with our children, teaching focus and discipline while encouraging leadership and independence. Adult training is equally superb in both TKD and BJJ, as my husband and I are also both training. CMA is like a second home for our family and we all look forward to each training day!
Both my daughters have gone to CMA for years and love it. The instructors are excellent with kids. I have seen them put in the time and effort to make sure no kid fails and that their fears are conquered. Another huge plus is that they have classes throughout the week and you can pick and choose the days that work with your schedule. A refreshing change from other kid's activities.
I have 2 kids, ages 7 and 10, that have been part of Chicago Martial Arts Deerfield for the last four years. Through the primary instruction of Master Lee and Instructor Juan, my kids have confidence and discipline that will help them for many years to come. My family is fortunate to have been referred to CMA as we consider peers and teachers associated with the dojo an extended family. My kids attend 3 days a week and love to be here. The curriculum includes forms, techniques, sparring and Korean vocabulary as well as frequent testing throughout the year so you can ascend to Black Belt and beyond. Most importantly, there are boys and girls and men and women that attend regularly and participate together in training. Master Lee is acutely aware of bringing the right levels of fairness, professionalism and fun into each class. Different Black Belts will assist in class instruction with their peers. The end result is to provide a wonderful and safe environment for my children to be active, learn new skills and build the confidence they will need as they grow up. I think my children will continue this for years to come.
Excellent instructors and great classes! I have been attending more than year and love everything about this place!!!! The classes are great and teach you a ton about real Tae Kwon Do!!!
Master Lee and his instructors provide a disciplined yet fun atmosphere for kids of all ages to learn self defense and coordination through the martial art of Tae Kwon Do. Our son has increased his agility, self-confidence and ability to focus from the teachings. We highly recommend CMA to families seeking a lifelong rewarding hobby for loved ones.
We love Chicago Martial Arts. Master Lee runs a school that is challenging but fun and really makes the kids responsible for their behavior in class and at home My son has been coming here for over 2 years and found the commitment and determination to stick with it and earn his black belt!
Great place for my son, improves his confidence and focus. The teachers are the best and truly have a passion for helping children in all aspects of life. I bring him here to build a strong foundation on being respectful to others and to push himself mentally and physically. Learning TKD is a bonus to that. I would absolutely recommend it for everyone.
Great BJJ training curriculum made even better by the awesome instructors. Professor Barry, Tom Grant and Professor Haris are wonderful teachers. A fantastic place to train.
Chicago Martial Arts is the best! My kids, 7 and 10, have been students here for 2 years and they love coming to their TKD classes twice a week. Master Lee and his instructors are great with children. The kids learn discipline and respect without intimidation or fear. The staff is very friendly. They make sure to get to know all their students and to evaluate each student's strengths and areas for improvement. The teachers offer individual support when necessary, and are always encouraging. As a bonus, Master Lee regularly reminds the kids to honor their parents and to be grateful for the things they have. I highly recommend Chicago Martial Arts!
My son has been coming to Chicago Martial Arts for over 2 yrs and he has come so far under Instructor Juan and Master Lee's guidance. His abilities have improved significantly from when we started and he is determined to earn his black belt. We are so happy we found this school
If you want try taekwondo in a nurturing and supportive environment, this is the place to be! Three of my kids have trained with Master Lee and he is the best (and Instructor Juan too!) One is now a black belt, and the other two is on their way. He even managed to get my tween daughter to try taekwondo and she loves it! He knows how to motivate kids in a positive way, teaches respect, keeps it fun, and is always encouraging. He is the type of role model and mentor you want for your kids.
Lucas, my 10 years old been in CMA Taekwondo for 5 1/2 years . It's been a great experience for his self- confidence, discipline, developed his focus and coordination, and made some Friends. Lucas still excited everytime he comes in CMA. Master Lee and Master Juan were Great!! They both very Good with the kids and real support all the kids and parents and families. I recommend Chicago Martial Arts in Deerfield From preschool age to adults the Best Taekwondo Place. Try it!!!
My son has been taking lessons for TKD here for over 4 years. He started as a white belt and now he'll be testing for his black belt. They have such a friendly environment that it feels like we're part of the family. My son has made life long friends here! He's also learned so much; time management, confidence, respect and strength! We love Master Lee, instructor Juan and Ms. Laura!
We love CMA. My son is always excited to go, works very hard, and always wants to go back. The instructors and chikdren with black belts are helpful, teaching the kids concentration and skill. We are so happy to have found this place!
My son has been coming here for over two years and loves it. The instructors are great and Master Lee is the best. My son has built so much confidence, become more disciplined through the years and continuously learns about respect. It feels like a family here and they are great with kids of all ages. I highly recommend it!
My boys have been going here for the last 2 years and love coming here. The discipline that they have learned while being a fun environment has been great. When class is over, they look forward to the next one!
My 8 year old has been with CMA since she was 4. The instructors are amazing with the kids. They go above and beyond to make sure they work hard and don't give up. I now have my 3 year old starting with CMA and she's loving it. I couldn't recommend this place more!
Love CMA Northbrook. I've seen a great change in my 4 year old's focus and concentration since starting here. Great instructors!
Been training brazilian jiu jitsu at cma for about 8 years through 2 professors and 2 buildings. Been training with professor Barry for the last 7 years. Nothing motivates me more then having a 68 year old whoop my butt. The students are eager and enthusiastic. Great experience and excellent workout for my 45 year old body.
I have known and trained with Master Bill Han Lee for more-than 25 years. He trained both of my children and me in the Martial Arts Way. He excels at building-up kids. Master Lee helped transform my children into self-confident, respectful and successful professionals. His lessons endure. Daniel Best Food Business and Technology Consultant(Ret.)
I've had a great experience and grown a lot in my confidence and personal fitness over the years thanks to Master Lee and his classes. It's a challenge to make fitness fun and exciting, and Master Lee does just that. I have also learned great discipline that I can apply to all aspects of life. I think that discipline could be helpful to people of all ages, from young children to people who have much more life experience. There is so much to gain from the experience you get when you attend classes at Chicago Martial Arts - If you have a personal goal in mind, Master Lee and his experienced teachers will help you achieve it.
I've been training BJJ here for 4.5 years now! The gym is fantastic, great mat space! But what's more important the instructors are amazing, and the team is so friendly they become your extended family! Would recommend to everyone that wants to try martial arts!
I've been training jiu jitsu at the school for a little over a year. Fantastic instructors and a truly great environment. My 17 year old son also trains here and I recommend it to anyone who wants to try the art. Once you do, you'll be hooked!
This is honestly the best school around! Master Lee focuses on technique and the art of Tae Kwon Do but is also super supportive of every student young and old. He is strict in a confidence building and growth producing way, especially for the kids. He sets such an amazing example of the 5 tenets of TKD (courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and indomitable spirit) and therefore passes it down to his students. I started here as an adult and it honestly changed my life. I learned so many life skills that I carry with me every day; most importantly, I am strong and can defend myself when needed but I also learned that it's not always about the end result but about the journey and how you achieve your end result. I have so much respect for Master Lee, he is the best and can't imagine anyone choosing a different school for their journey to being a black belt. Kiyup!!
Amazing school with experienced students and amazing professors.10/10 all day!
I am a new BJJ member and can say that this is a great school. The instructors are amazing and genuinely concerned with seeing you successful and safe. The gym itself is new and clean, which adds further to the great training experience. Highly recommended
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