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36 Years
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Premier Martial Arts & Self-Defense Training in Buffalo Grove, IL
Kogan Self-Defense has been a leader in martial arts and self-defense training since 1990, offering a comprehensive system that integrates traditional techniques with modern methodologies. Our academy emphasizes holistic development, focusing on physical fitness, mental discipline, and spiritual growth for students of all ages. With a team of world-renowned instructors, including Grand Master Mikhail Kogan, we provide specialized programs in Hapkido, Muay Thai, Krav Maga, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and more. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our students' achievements, including over 900 medals in global competitions over the past decade.We prioritize character development, empowering individuals to build confidence, integrity, and resilience through structured training. Our facility in Buffalo Grove, IL, serves as a hub for community engagement, offering a welcoming environment where students of all skill levels can thrive. With decades of combined experience, our instructors deliver personalized attention to ensure each student reaches their full potential. We pride ourselves on maintaining rigorous standards while fostering a supportive atmosphere that values respect, dedication, and continuous learning.
Services
Hapkido
Muay Thai
Krav Maga
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Kids Martial Arts
Adult Martial Arts
Kickboxing
Summer Camp
Self Defense
Karate
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of expertise in martial arts instruction with world championship trainers.
- Our curriculum combines traditional techniques with modern self-defense strategies.
- We emphasize character development alongside physical and mental discipline.
- Our academy has produced 59 world champions in the last decade.
- We provide personalized attention in a family-friendly, inclusive environment.
What people say
World-class instructors
Family-friendly environment
Character development focus
Competition success stories
Personalized attention
Services
Hapkido
Hapkido combines dynamic striking techniques with joint locks and throws to develop practical self-defense skills. Our program emphasizes both physical conditioning and mental focus, teaching students to redirect opponents' energy effectively. Suitable for all experience levels, this discipline fosters confidence while maintaining traditional martial arts principles.
Muay Thai
Our Muay Thai classes teach the 'Art of Eight Limbs' using punches, kicks, elbows, and knee strikes. Students develop exceptional cardiovascular fitness while learning authentic Thai combat techniques. The curriculum includes clinch work and defensive strategies under the guidance of championship-level instructors.
Krav Maga
Krav Maga instruction focuses on real-world self-defense scenarios with practical techniques for disarming attackers and escaping dangerous situations. Our certified instructors emphasize situational awareness and stress-reduction methods while maintaining the system's original military effectiveness for civilian application.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training develops ground-fighting proficiency through leverage-based techniques that enable smaller individuals to defend against larger opponents. Our program emphasizes positional control and submission holds while promoting problem-solving skills and physical endurance in a safe, structured environment.
Kids Martial Arts
Our youth martial arts programs build character through age-appropriate instruction in discipline, respect, and self-confidence. Classes for children aged 5-13 combine fundamental techniques with fun activities that improve coordination and focus while teaching essential self-defense basics in a supportive atmosphere.
People
Mikhail Kogan
Founder & Grand Master Instructor
With over 40 years of experience, Mikhail Kogan is a certified Grand Master in multiple martial arts disciplines. He trained elite Russian military units and developed a unique combat system combining traditional techniques with modern applications. He has authored instructional materials and continues teaching advanced classes.
Shukhrat Yarkulov
Muay Thai Instructor
President of the Uzbekistan Muay Thai Federation, Shukhrat is a master of sport in boxing with numerous national and international medals. His students have achieved world championship titles in Muay Thai and MMA competitions under his expert guidance.
Avazhon Karomatov
World Champion Instructor
A decorated Muay Thai world champion, Avazhon brings extensive competitive experience to his instruction. His students have excelled in international competitions across multiple combat sports, benefiting from his deep understanding of effective fight strategies and techniques.
Jey Adian
Karate & Kickboxing Instructor
A two-time World Champion in Shotokan Karate and four-time European champion, Jey specializes in competitive training preparation. He focuses on developing championship-level skills while maintaining traditional martial arts values and technical precision in his students.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you offer?
We offer Hapkido, Muay Thai, Krav Maga, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Karate, MMA, and Kids Martial Arts programs with expert instruction in each discipline.
Are classes available for different age groups?
Yes, we provide age-specific programs for children starting at age 5, teenagers, and adults with appropriate techniques and training intensity levels.
What are the benefits of martial arts training?
Our programs improve physical fitness, develop self-discipline, build confidence, teach practical self-defense skills, and promote mental focus and resilience.
Do you offer private lessons?
Private instruction is available by appointment for students seeking personalized training sessions outside regular class hours.
How experienced are your instructors?
Our team includes world champions, Grand Masters with decades of experience, and certified professionals who have trained military and law enforcement personnel.
Are there competition opportunities?
Yes, we actively prepare students for local, national, and international competitions with a proven track record of producing world champions.
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Reviews (7)
Alice C.
Jul 08, 2020
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Do you ever wonder how to defend yourself with master skills like the secret agent in the movies where the agent bursts out with phenomenal power yet uses minimal effort? Master Mikhail Kogan has not only taught me how to punch and kick very effectively; he never ceases to amaze me with so many new joint-lock, pressure point techniques along with incredibly powerful defensive combination moves. His techniques are so fantastically practical. After a long exhausting day at work, I look so forwards to Master Kogans classes. I comes out of his class more refreshed and recharged with re-energized
Viktoria Zamrii
Dec 05, 2017
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My son and I are very pleased we have a chance to be trained by the most talented Masters in whole USA. Fascinating experience and knowledge
Dr. Leo Gerdov
Feb 04, 2017
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This is a great Hapikido school to take you kids to learn self defense, martial arts and improve fitness. I've known Master Kogan for many years and have complete trust and faith in what he teaches.
Angel Santiago
Jan 14, 2017
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One of the best experience I have had in a long time. Sensei Kogan delivers a true in your face experience of martial arts. He's honest, blunt and a NO nonsense instructor. You have to earn your belt it's not given. A true experience if you want to learn martial arts not dance!
Herman Fein
Jan 09, 2017
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My son and myself are the students at Kogan Self Defense since 2013. Great school with spacious and fully equipped facility. Very professional training team. Grand Master Mikhail Kogan is a worldwide recognized expert in various martial art styles, combat arts and self-defense techniques. For his long term career in training military and law enforcement personnel he created his unique style which actually works for the wide spectrum of students, from the beginners to mature professionals. Very friendly environment, good sense of humor is highly valued and appreciated here! If youre looking
Mikle K.
Sep 12, 2016
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Over 400 medals in last 6 years in Kung Fu , Hapkido , Jiu Jitsu , Sambo , Karate all over in world...World Competitions , European , International.
Alex Winber
Aug 27, 2016
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Mikhail is a great teacher and an actual Grand Master; which is a rare find. We've gone to several dojos before this one. At every dojo, the sensei had us believing they were the best. However, after seeing Mikhail, there was an immediately recognizable difference in his depth of knowledge (of several martial arts) and his coaching ability.
Kogan's Self Defense has great classes for all ages (literally all ages), and kids really like him.
Kogan's Self Defense has great classes for all ages (literally all ages), and kids really like him.
