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Stay Safe Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 5 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Volo, Illinois

Kickboxing gym Free trial Cardio kickboxing Women's classes Competition team

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
  • Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule staysafemartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (847) 848-6546

Hours

Monday 8–9 AM, 5–7:30 PM
Tuesday 5–7:30 PM
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 5–7:30 PM
Friday 6–9 PM
Saturday 8–10 AM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at Stay Safe Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Stay Safe Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

“I am in his fitness, striking and jiu jitsu programs and I love it.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“The classes are well-structured, fun, and challenging, making every session a great workout while also building discipline and self-defense skills.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 5 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 3 mentions

“Great coaching and a lot of educational resources from self-defence videos and special classes.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 3 mentions

“Very nice place, friendly team and knowledgeable coaches!”

From the reviews

This studio is the real deal! David is knowledgeable, patient, and truly passionate about helping students of all ages grow in skill and confidence. The classes are well-structured, fun, and challenging, making every session a great workout while also building discipline and self-defense skills.

★★★★★ — Heather, Mar 2025

I am so thankful I found this place. This place is the real deal! David is so passionate about women’s self defense and an amazing instructor. I have learned so much in the last few months. I am so grateful and appreciative of his expertise and his teaching style.

★★★★★ — Tamar, Jun 2025

This is a great place to get a good workout in, learn valuable skills, better your body and mind, and get stronger and be better prepared to keep yourself safe. Great coaching and a lot of educational resources from self-defence videos and special classes.

★★★★★ — Mollie, Jul 2025

Highly recommend for all level students! Very nice place, friendly team and knowledgeable coaches!

★★★★★ — Max, Sep 2025

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Your first kickboxing class at Stay Safe Martial Arts

Nervous about walking into a kickboxing 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 the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics 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.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Stay Safe Martial Arts

26705 W Commerce Dr, Volo, IL60073

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