October 12–17, November 9–14 & December 14–19, 2026
DAMA Buddy Week
Bring a friend to class with you. If your buddy becomes a DAMA student, you get a month of classes as a thank you.
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2026 Annual Black Belt Event
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Belt promotions and demonstrations at our annual black belt ceremony, followed by a potluck.
- Date
- Saturday, November 21, 2026
- Time
- Doors open 2:00 PM · Event starts 3:00 PM
- Location
- Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts
4717 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625 - Price
- $20 per ticket
Good to Know
- Only 75 seats available.
- Please bring a dish to share for the potluck after the event.
- Children under 5 sit free on a lap.
- No shoes on the mats.
Questions or ready to sign up?
Call the front desk or stop by the academy and we'll get you set.
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Costumes are welcome in class October 20–31, and candy bags can be picked up October 26–31.
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Two week-long martial arts day camps for ages 6–14. Super early bird pricing for the first 20 students.
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