More Than 5 Years Of Success Stories From Metamora Families

Build Confidence, Resilience, And Discipline Through Traditional Karate & Tai Chi Chuan In Metamora

Metamora Martial Arts is a martial arts school in Metamora, Illinois. We offer karate and tai chi chuan classes for kids, teens, and adults.

We were named 2026's Best Martial Arts School in Woodford County, and we were a finalist for Best Karate / Martial Arts School in the 2025 Peoria Community’s Choice Awards!

Martial Arts Classes We Offer

At Metamora Martial Arts, students can train in karate or tai chi chuan based on their age, goals, and interests. Our local classes in Metamora, Illinois, support confidence, balance, and personal growth through traditional martial arts.

Karate

  • Build confidence, discipline, and fitness

  • Beginner-friendly

  • Apply lessons learned to school, sports, and everyday life.

More About Karate Classes

Tai Chi Chuan

  • Improve balance and mobility, and reduce stress
  • Perfect for beginners
  • Gentle, welcoming environment
More About Tai Chi Chuan Classes

What Our Students & Parents Say About Us

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Emily K
July 16, 2026
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Our son started attending classes last January, during a free trial. After the first day, he begged us to sign him up! We immediately noticed a difference in his self confidence! Over the last 3 months, we have noticed a change in his physical activity level at home, eating habits are better, he's spending less time on electronics (always a plus!), as well as many other positive changes. Karate has been a great addition to our weekly schedule and we are always excited for class! Sensei Adam is an amazing instructor and the kids all seem to really enjoy learning from him!
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Stephanie P
June 2, 2026
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10/10 recommend. My son has been going to metamora martial arts for a year now. Sensei Adam has not only taught him martial arts he has taught him and the other participants life lessons about team work and perseverance. I would recommend metamora martial arts to anyone interested in learning martial arts.
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Jacob M
March 19, 2026
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Adam's program was great for my young daughter! I really liked the extra attention from the black belts in the class (Ms Lois especially). The mix of group and individual work really helped my daughter progress well through the ranks.
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Jamie S
March 19, 2026
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The Metamora Martial Arts program has had a strong, positive impact on our youth—building meaningful relationships, encouraging confidence, and helping young participants find their voice and take pride in themselves.
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Kayla M
March 19, 2026
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Adam is very thorough and patient with all the kids and adults he instructs. My son loves coming to the classes. I can already see his self confidence increasing thanks to the skills and lessons he is learning.
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Caiden R
October 30, 2025
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Great place to train and learn martial arts
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Sincere W
September 6, 2025
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So much fun!!! We learned some basic self-defense and it was absolutely perfect for my first self-defense class ever! Adam was inclusive and moved at just the right pace for everyone involved. I took a lot from it
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Stephen S
September 6, 2025
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Adam was a great instructor for our self-defense seminar! Our group had a lot of questions and special requests, and Adam accommodated all of it expertly.
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Trish P
July 1, 2025
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I attended a self-defense seminar, which was well planned, informative, and interactive. There was ample instruction, demonstration, and practice with the various techniques we were taught. Adam (instructor) and Lois (assistant) provided feedback while practicing and encouraged questions about variations or alternate situations. I would highly recommend the seminar for all ages, as knowing how to defend oneself enough to get away are important skills.
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Brian M
June 18, 2025
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My 9YO loved Karate classes with Sensei Adam before we relocated out of the area. 10/10 would recommend.