Where Martial Arts Meets Family Values!
Welcome to Midwest Martial Arts Center
At Midwest Martial Arts Center, we’re more than just a martial arts school—we’re a family. Founded by husband and wife team Chris and Anita Haleva, our dojo is built on a lifelong love of martial arts, a commitment to personal growth, and a passion for serving the community. Both Chris and Anita began training as children and now share that journey with their own kids—one age 10, the other just 2.
Serving Northwest Indiana since 2012, we've helped students of all ages develop confidence, strength, and life skills through martial arts and firearms safety training (since 2018). Over the years, we’ve worked with amazing partners like the Girl Scouts, Boys and Girls Club, Growing Kids, and the Duneland Family YMCA to spread the values of leadership, respect, and resilience.
Our unique Hybrid Martial Arts program combines elements of Taekwondo, Kickboxing, Hapkido, Japanese Jujitsu, and Small Circle Jujitsu, offering practical self-defense training while preserving the tradition and discipline of martial arts.
We are proud members of AAU Taekwondo, Kukkiwon, WAKO USA Kickboxing, Small Circle Jujitsu International, and the USCCA.
What Makes Us Different:
- No Contracts – Ever. We believe trust is earned, not locked in.
- Free Trial Class for Everyone. Come see what we’re all about—no pressure, no commitment.
- Family-Friendly Environment. We create a positive space where students of all ages feel welcome and supported.
- Group & Private Lessons Available. Whether you’re training for fun, fitness, or serious self-defense, we’ve got a program for you.
Come train with us and experience martial arts the way it should be—real, respectful, and rooted in community.