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MBD Martial Arts Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 158 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Des Plaines, 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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes (ages 3–17) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule mbdmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (847) 297-2788
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 4–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“My son thrives on positive reinforcement and Sensei Mike does a great job of pointing out when kids are following directions, doing moves correctly, and giving their best effort.”
“Sensei Mike is phenomenal with little kids as well as teens.”
“Very family oriented, individualized, and personal training.”
“He has so much fun at his sessions, and is learning better self-discipline and self-defense.”
Other martial arts here
“We have been doing BJJ for about 3 years and karate before that.”
“My 9 year old son started taking karate classes twice an week almost one year ago and has so far moved up from a white belt to a yellow belt!”
What members say
“They are very welcoming, they teach you very practical self defense maneuvers/tips, they’re involved in the community, offer free classes, birthday parties, scout events and more.”
“They are very welcoming, they teach you very practical self defense maneuvers/tips, they’re involved in the community, offer free classes, birthday parties, scout events and more.”
“My son thrives on positive reinforcement and Sensei Mike does a great job of pointing out when kids are following directions, doing moves correctly, and giving their best effort.”
“Our little one has dealt with social anxiety for as long as we can remember but through MBD, she has grown confidence and has really started opening up!”
From the reviews
We love MBD! My 9 year old son started taking karate classes twice an week almost one year ago and has so far moved up from a white belt to a yellow belt! He has so much fun at his sessions, and is learning better self-discipline and self-defense. He’s looking forward to one day becoming a black belt!
My son’s been doing MBD for a little over a year now, and the results are amazing. We signed him up mainly for his health, and it’s really paid off — he’s stronger, more energetic, and a lot more confident. I also love the discipline and how the coaches work with the kids.
I am beyond impressed with my son’s experience at MBD Martial Arts. In just one month, he has learned so much and has truly developed a passion for karate. He looks forward to every class and is excited to continue improving his skills.
My 5 year old son has been attending classes at MBD for about 1.5 years now and we are very happy with his progress. We hit some rough patches, but we continued on and I'm glad we did because he is doing so great in his class now.
Your first muay thai class at MBD Martial Arts Academy
Nervous about walking into a muay thai 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 on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, 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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