Chuck Masny began his martial arts journey at the age of 13 in the art of American Karate. After earning his black belt in 1997, he...
About Illinois Martial Arts Academy
Our Mission.
Our Story.
Illinois Martial Arts Academy (IMAA) is the premier martial arts organization in Algonquin, dedicated to delivering the highest quality self defense and fitness training available. Our programs provide a safe and supportive learning environment that students of all ages can enjoy. Our Children and Youth programs offer a highly professional level of instruction that focuses on the development of listening skills, self-discipline, coordination, concentration, stranger awareness, “bully proofing”, as well as many other essential child development skills.
For our adult students, we provide a robust and comprehensive program that provides potentially lifesaving personal protection training. In addition, we offer a high intensity Kickboxing program sure to deliver a phenomenal physical conditioning experience. All of this is supported by excellent student / instructor ratios and a world class training facility that reflects and respects the proud traditions of the martial arts. All instructors are graduates of an instructor-training program that ensures top quality in every class. Instructors work closely with students every step of the way, supporting their efforts to achieve their individual goals (and maybe reach some they’ve never before thought possible).
OUR MISSION
The Illinois Martial Arts Academy will provide a world-class martial arts training environment that:
- Enables students to have fun in the learning experience
- Provides perpetually challenging programs that meets or exceeds the needs and capabilities of every student to maximize their individual potential
- Supports an environment committed to goal setting, personal development, and advancement
- Encourages students to utilize their acquired knowledge as “stepping stones” towards an improved self, family, and community
- Ensures that every student leaves the dojo with enhanced physical and mental well-being, concentration, self-esteem, self-discipline, self-control, and lifelong experiences both deep and enriching
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