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Top Level MMA

4.9 ★★★★★ 74 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Niles, Illinois

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons 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
  • Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
  • Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
  • 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 toplevelmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 708-529-9204

Hours

Monday 12–1 pm, 5–9 pm
Tuesday 12–1 pm, 5–9 pm
Wednesday 12–1 pm, 5–9 pm
Thursday 12–1 pm, 5–9 pm
Friday 12–1 pm, 5–9 pm
Saturday 9:30 am–1 pm
Sunday 10 am–1 pm

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 Top Level MMA, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 8 mentions

“So thankful for being able to bring my son to top level and have him build confidence in himself, have fun and all in a caring, positive, professional and clean environment.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“Great atmosphere to learn and they offer classes that suit all skill levels.”

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🤜 Sparring

“With classes that focus on everytbong from self defense all the way to full on MMA sparring.”

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🏆 Competition Team 2 mentions

“Whether you are looking to train for competition, members compete regularly, or simply looking to lose some weight, I'm down about 20 pounds, this is a great place to check out.”

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🦵 Muay Thai 2 mentions

“Top level mma is great place to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, boxing and mma.”

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🥊 Boxing 2 mentions

“Top level mma is great place to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, boxing and mma.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“The private lessons have been an extra special treat.”

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Other martial arts here

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

🦵 Muay Thai 2 mentions

“Top level mma is great place to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, boxing and mma.”

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🥊 Boxing 2 mentions

“Top level mma is great place to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, boxing and mma.”

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🏟️ MMA 16 mentions

“Top level MMA is an exceptional place to train with excellent, knowledgeable, and genuine professors/coaches!”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 6 mentions

“Top level mma is great place to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, boxing and mma.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“If you want to just learn for self defense or compete they have the coaches and members to help you.”

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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 74 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Paul, Bernadette and family have created an welcoming atmosphere for martial arts training.”

💦 killer cardio workout 2 mentions

“This is not just workouts and conditioning but a place to better your craft in MMA.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“So thankful for being able to bring my son to top level and have him build confidence in himself, have fun and all in a caring, positive, professional and clean environment.”

🏆 active competition / fight team 3 mentions

“Whether you are looking to train for competition, members compete regularly, or simply looking to lose some weight, I'm down about 20 pounds, this is a great place to check out.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 2 mentions

“So thankful for being able to bring my son to top level and have him build confidence in himself, have fun and all in a caring, positive, professional and clean environment.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 19 mentions

“Top level has a very friendly environment, perfect for newbies and experienced people in the martial arts !”

From the reviews

Top Level MMA has been a home away from home for me the past 4 years. The atmosphere welcomes any and everybody. The coaches are excellent and training partners that I wouldn't trade for anything. Highly recommended for anyone regardless of age or conditioning.

★★★★★ — Rafael, Dec 2017

This is one of the most supportive places I've ever been. They're extremely friendly with the children of clients; teaching the kids discipline and patience. The adult classes allow you to work at your own pace and offer martial arts as well as a fitness class and a yoga class.

★★★★★ — Pawel, Dec 2017

Love love this place. This became my second home away from home. Learning the art of mixed martial arts have never been so exciting with my training buddies and coaches. It is such a friendly environment and the coaches are very knowledgeable in what they do.

★★★★★ — Tina, Nov 2015

Top level MMA is an exceptional place to train with excellent, knowledgeable, and genuine professors/coaches! I came to top level with little martial arts experience and they not only made me more confident with my striking and grappling abilities, but I can definitely say I feel beyond confident to defend myself if I…

★★★★★ — Daniel, Nov 2023

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New to kickboxing? Start at Top Level MMA

Top Level MMA comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first kickboxing class at Top Level MMA

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 Top Level MMA

9110 Golf Rd, Niles, IL60714

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