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Z's Martial Arts Academy
4.6 ★★★★★ 41 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Huntley, Illinois
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
- 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
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- 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 teamzs.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 847-669-7833
Hours
| Monday | 3–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Been taking their adult kickboxing classes since last winter and loved it from the start.”
“Rob, Ben, and all the instructors have helped my son to be more confident, respectful, and motivated over the last couple years.”
“Very patient with beginners and everyone helps each other out.”
“The instructors are knowledgeable and helpful whether you are looking for general fitness or competition training.”
“Their boxing training for kids and adults is unmeasurable, It’s like watching professional boxing training.”
Other martial arts here
“Their boxing training for kids and adults is unmeasurable, It’s like watching professional boxing training.”
“I have learned a lot and had a ton of fun in the adult karate class!”
What members say
“This place is very welcoming and our son has learned so much so far.”
“Rob, Ben, and all the instructors have helped my son to be more confident, respectful, and motivated over the last couple years.”
“He is only four years old and everyone there is super supportive and helpful.”
From the reviews
Rob, Ben, and all the instructors have helped my son to be more confident, respectful, and motivated over the last couple years. I like that belts are not just handed out like participation trophies, but rather have to be earned. Thanks for the leadership so far. Keep up the good work!
What an outstanding place... I didn't like seeing negative reviews here because that don't fit my experiences with Zs Martial Arts. Training with these great martial artists and Sensei Rob is life changing as well as inspiring. Home of WAKO USA TEAM KICKBOXING some of the greatest kickboxing in North America..
Our son started there a few months ago during a free trial period they were promoting. He loves his instructors/sensei. He is only four years old and everyone there is super supportive and helpful. He walked in two parades this summer with the entire Z's family and had a blast!
Take my kids (4 & 7). The instructors do a fantastic job with the kids, instilling discipline and structure. Plus, they get their energy out. Plus, the kids program is flexible for changing schedules without breaking the bank. Highly recommended.
New to kickboxing? Start at Z's Martial Arts Academy
Z's Martial Arts Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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.
Your first kickboxing class at Z's Martial Arts Academy
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.
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