Guardian Way Martial Arts and Fitness

The practitioner of Guardian Way not only learns how to capably defend themselves, but also how to safely and effectively eliminate threats against others.

Guardian Way Martial Arts and Fitness provides students with the opportunity to train in traditional martial arts such as Taekwondo and Hapkido as well as our own national award-winning martial art – Guardian Way. The Guardian Way Philosophy

An exclusively American martial art, Guardian Way has been winning awards since its inception including a national award for Best New Martial Art in 2012 as

well as Best Martial Art School of 2021 by VVerge.com. Founded by 2012 World Cup Sparring Gold Medalist, Master Christopher Van Mieghem, Guardian Way is not only a martial art, but also a philosophy and way of life. With a foundation based on self-healing techniques and the cultivation of peace in all interactions/areas of life, Guardian Way incorporates the wisdom and skill from Master Van Mieghem’s years of study and mastery of a variety of martial art disciplines and self-defense while adding the truly unique element of peer defense. In addition, the principles of Guardian Way can easily be applied to daily life as one seeks to sow the seeds of peace in one’s school, place of work, relationships and family. Our Master: Christopher Van Mieghem

Leading Guardian Way Martial Arts and Fitness in exciting, dynamic, innovative as well as traditional ways, Master Van Mieghem brings World Cup champion expertise and excellence to all areas of instruction that we offer by imparting his dedication, two decades of experience and award-winning skills into the training of our students and staff. With a passion for martial arts that has been with him all of his life, Master Van Mieghem has been training since 2000 and teaching since 2003. He has taught students of all ages and skill levels from New York to California, as well as training bodyguards, stunt performers, Hollywood actors and high-profile athletes. Obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree in Martial Arts Studies from the University of Bridgeport in 2012, he graduated as Valedictorian, winning the coveted Martial Arts Practicum award. Master Van Mieghem is the former captain of the U.S. Martial Arts Team and has also amassed numerous titles:

2012 World Cup Sparring Gold Medalist
2012 World Cup Team Forms Silver Medalist
2012 World Cup Team Board Breaking Bronze Medalist
2011 National Taekwondo Silver Medalist
2008 National kickboxing gold medalist
14 State and Regional titles in Taekwondo.

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06/08/2026

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05/29/2026

ATTENTION: Testing dates are adjusted due to the Juneteenth federal holiday on the 19th. Testing is now June 26th and 27th but can be scheduled for any day starting June 1st when Master Chris will be in the school 6 days a week.

05/12/2026

🌞⛱️ SUMMER LIGHT SABER CAMP IS COMING SOON!🌞⛱️ TAEKWONDO and LIGHT SABER CLASSES OFFERED FROM 12-4 M-F
*JUNE 22-26
*JULY 6-10 & 20-24
REGISTER ONLINE OR CONTACT US [email protected] AND 773-631-8989 FOR MORE
INFORMATION!

04/08/2026

Belt testing will be conducted on Friday, 4/17 Saturday, 4/18. No regular classes will be held on those days. Arrangements can be made for private tests on different days. Please contact instructor Victoria for details.

03/26/2026

We will be closed for spring break starting Thursday, April 2nd through Sunday, April 5th, reopening Monday, April 6th.

02/04/2026

Belt testing will be held Friday February 13th and Saturday February 14th. No regularly scheduled classes will be held on either day. Please feel free to arrange your test today!

01/22/2026

Due to extreme cold, we will be closed Friday January 23rd with the possibility of continuing the closure through Saturday. We will keep you posted about any developments.

01/16/2026

We will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr Day on Monday, January 19th. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 20th for regularly scheduled classes.

12/14/2025

Congratulations to Joey Lencioni breaking a brick for his second Dan Black Belt test! We are so proud of you and so very grateful that you are such a positive, fun and integral part of our team and Guardian Way family! Your hard work and dedication show in every student you train!

12/14/2025

Congratulations to Andy Lencioni swiftly breaking a brick to pass his 2nd Dan Black Belt test! So proud of you and so grateful for all that you do to make Guardian Way such a welcoming and positive place!

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Location

Chicago

Telephone

+17736318989

Website

https://www.guardianwaymartialarts.com/

Address

6670 N Northwest Highway
Chicago, IL
60631

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 12pm
	4pm - 8pm
Tuesday	11am - 12pm
	4pm - 8pm
Wednesday	11am - 12pm
	4pm - 8pm
Thursday	11am - 12pm
	4pm - 8pm
Friday	11am - 12pm
	4pm - 7pm
Saturday	9am - 3pm