Martial arts in Naperville since 1978

Naperville Martial Arts Classes for Kids, Teens & Adults

Build confidence, discipline, focus, fitness, and self-defense skills through expert martial arts training in Naperville, IL.

One Academy

Multiple Disciplines

9th Degree

Black Belt Leadership

40+ Years

Teaching Experience

100+

Happy Students

9th Degree Black Belt
United Martial Arts Association of America

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Meet Grandmaster Thomas McGee

9th-Degree Black Belt with 46 years of martial arts experience and 43 years teaching students of every age and ability in Naperville.
Grandmaster McGee’s lifelong dedication to traditional Korean martial arts Taekwondo, Hapkido, Kom Do, and Ship Pal Gae weapons is matched only by his passion for developing character in his students. Under his leadership, United Martial Arts USA has become one of Naperville’s most respected academies.

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Programs for every stage

Kids Martial Arts

Kids Martial Arts

Positive, structured training that helps children build focus, respect, coordination, and confidence, one achievable step at a time.

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Teen Martial Arts

Teen Martial Arts

Challenging instruction for teens who want practical skills, better fitness, steady confidence, and a productive place to belong.

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Adult Martial Arts

Adult Martial Arts

Build real capability, full-body fitness, and calm confidence through traditional martial arts taught for modern life.

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Family Martial Arts

Family Martial Arts

Shared training gives families active time together while building confidence, respect, and memories beyond the mat.

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Women’s Self-Defense

Women’s Self-Defense

Practical training focused on awareness, confident decision-making, boundary setting, escape skills, and realistic responses.

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Senior Martial Arts

Senior Martial Arts

Low-impact training designed to support balance, mobility, coordination, confidence, and an active life.

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Quiet strength

Qigong & mindful movement

Qigong is a healing system from China that uses a combination of breathing techniques, gentle movements, and meditation to cleanse, strengthen, and circulate life energy (qi) throughout the body. Practicing Qigong promotes better health, vitality, and mental tranquility, helping individuals achieve a deep sense of inner peace.

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More than movement

Skills that stay with students

Training gives students a place to practice persistence, respect, calm focus, and steady improvement.

Confidence

Build comfort through progressive goals and earned achievement.

Discipline & Focus

Practice listening, repetition, patience, and follow-through.

Practical Self-Defense

Learn awareness, movement, and techniques in a guided environment.

Fitness & Coordination

Develop strength, flexibility, balance, and healthy movement habits.

Personal growth
on and off the mat

Student stories

Trusted by Naperville families

Real progress looks different for every student. Stronger confidence, healthier routines, and supportive teaching matter.

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John Wolfe
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Very knowledgeable, helpful, and not intimidating my first time walking through the door. I am 60, and the exercises have genuinely made me feel years younger
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Robert Jones
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My son has attended over a year and really enjoys it. Instructor Paul makes learning martial arts easy to learn and enjoyable for children.
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Gin S
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My kid’s confidence has grown so much since joining a few months ago. They’re more focused and have learned a lot about discipline and respect. Instructor Paul is amazing—patient, encouraging, and very knowledgeable. He makes every child feel seen and supported and really goes the extra mile. My kids look forward to every class, which says everything. It’s a safe, positive, and uplifting place.
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Ed Jac
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As a community we are very fortunate to have this martial arts school in our neighborhood. Knowledgeable instructors and grand master. Never looking at the clock when it’s time to end the lesson, but actually making sure students learn the forms.
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GG Jack
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My son has been going here for a few years. Very happy with instructors and master. Great atmosphere and he is making a good progress on his skills. Highly recommended!!! Thank you guys for everything you do.
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TK Tan
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Compared to other schools, this one made me progress 3 times more in forms and both the mind, and body.
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Andy Y
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Great place for the whole family! Instructor Paul and Instructor Jeremy are knowledgeable, patient and helpful. They do their best to help us stay in good health and to defend ourselves.
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Alex Downey
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My dad and I were able to get our black belts together. It’s definitely the best training around if you want a hard, but great workout and push yourself towards goals. My strength, endurance, and flexibility have all improved.
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Art P
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"When I was looking to get back into martial arts, I fully ruptured my left Achilles tendon at another school where the warm-ups were in no way suited for someone just starting out. After a year and a half, I'm still continuing to strengthen and rehabilitate my leg, but United Martial Arts has been an integral part of my recovery. For the past 11 months, from the moment I limped in the door, Grandmaster McGee and his instructors were immediately accommodating and mindful of what exercises to modify or prioritize until my leg was better healed. The volume of knowledge Grandmaster possesses seems boundless and he can teach every detail for every movement to the students that are truly committed to learning and refining their practice. The other students are very supportive and friendly which helps as the instructors help us push our limits, but safely! In my youth, I've collectively spent almost 10 years learning other styles at other schools. I feel very fortunate to have found an instructor as knowledgeable and as directly involved as Grandmaster McGee and I am grateful to the other instructors and students who continue to provide support."
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Lina Reyes
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I was fortunate to find the United Martial Arts academy that not only offers different styles of martial arts, but also can adjust my training course according to my health issues. I am impressed with the knowledge of the Grandmaster McGee and all of the instructors. Unlimited classes during the week allows you to reach your goal faster. Also, Grandmaster McGee offers physical therapy if you have any health issues or injuries. I am very happy to be part of this school and expand my knowledge in martial arts. I absolutely love it and highly recommend United Martial Arts academy for everyone.

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