i've been a student at LCCT for longer than I haven't almost 8 years now and I have loved every day…read moreof it. I currently go four times a week and couldn't be happier. This place has been a staple in my life for so long and I couldn't imagine my life without LCCT or Thiago Vega (who I will be referring to as coach Thiago) Is the best teacher I have ever had or ever will have he has taught me more than almost anyone else in my life, and I still have so many things to learn from him. I can't explain enough how special this places has become to me and how amazing of an instructor. coach Thiago is.

Coach Thiago and his team are simple top notch. We've been going for 2 plus years and kids have…read moregrown so much in skill!

We recently joined The Tiger Academy! The place is very nice and instructors are great! Friendly…read moreatmosphere and my child loves it! Thank you!

This martial arts schools is really good and the masters are very friendly as well. I took the…read moreself-defense training and I'm very thankful as I'm not a person who works out and it was pretty difficult for me to learn things but they are very motivational towards the students. I am a proud with what I have learn form them today. Thank you Barrington Tiger Academy !!!

Live, love, matter... learn to be present in your life, focus on your relationships, find joy and…read moremake a positive impact in the dojo (classroom, work, etc). The mat chats with Sensei Alex at Victory MMA are everything! He is a cool dude and understands what is truly important in life. As a parent, it is so powerful for my son to hear these messages from Sensei. My son carries this joy and focus with him to school and into our home. We have been attending MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) for a year in the 4 to 7 year old class. I love being on the bleachers in the dojo to watch the class and hear the mat chat. This helps us reinforce the message at home and also practice the moves of the month. It is very easy to get acclimated to class. Sensei Alex is kind and has a genuine passion. There are also a number of "Sensei Dads" that take the adult class and help out with the kids class. They are all such lovely people! Everyone has a smile and is excited to be in the dojo training. The energy is contagious and the kids have a lot of fun while also learning discipline, confidence and focus. We are so grateful to be part of the Victory family!

Great gym. Great culture. Alex has a wealth of striking and grappling knowledge. Check it out!read more

Confidence Sir!…read more Focus Sir! Kia! Building self-confidence is what you and your kids will receive at Jang's TaeKwondo (TKD) Studio f/k/a Tiger Koos. The instructor is very nice and humble. We see his passion for TKD every class session we attend. Students are allowed to attend 2 sessions per week with an optional sparring after they reach a certain belt level. We highly recommend Jang's TKD Studio!

TIger Koo's is a fabulous Martial Arts studio. Our son has been practicing there for the past 6…read moreyears and is working toward becoming a 3rd level black belt. The excellent and enouraging teachers and commaraderie with the other students is amazing. In addition to teaching forms and moves, they also teach respect, leadership and integrity. This is a fabulous studio for all ages.

It is a great honor to train under the guidance and patience (and occasional good-natured laughter)…read moreof Grandmaster Tae, the Masters and Assistant Masters at W Kim Tae Kwon Do in Lake Zurich, the Black Belts with whom we train, and my fellow students. I did not join W Kim TKD in LZ as a member in search of "a workout", though through my first eight weeks of training I've certainly discovered and felt muscles I did not know I had. To train with any instructor at W Kim TKD LZ is to feel at some point being truly "pushed", in ways I'd imagine nearly anyone seeking "a workout" would desire. I write this even having trained for and completed five marathons. I am new in my journey toward studying any martial art, currently a High White Belt in Tae Kwon Do. New as I am, even in my upper-40's, and for as much as I stumble along the way, I have no desire to stop training. I chose to pursue study of Tae Kwon Do out of the desire to inspire my 8 year-old son to finish what he started in his own training. About a year ago, when, as a Green Belt in his training, my son grew resistant to the increasing challenges presented to him, I chose to commit to my son that I would personally join him in his training en route to earning a Black Belt.. once he had advanced past Green Belt himself. True to the spirit of this school, my son persevered, and eventually earned his Purple Belt in a Belt Promotion that put his skills and training to the test. And so began our journey together. It is through the spirit of focus, concentration, and tenacity dwelling at the heart of all that happens in every lesson within the school at W Kim TKD Lake Zurich that my son and I have each found a unique but potent way to connect with each other, in participating individually in an experience that undeniably moves each of us beyond our perceived limits. We train in separate rooms, but we know the other is working hard, each in our own pursuit of becoming a better person. The mutual feeling of success after each lesson for each of us is undeniable, and makes for some very enjoyable conversation and celebration together on the ride home.. and for many hours to follow. More importantly, though, the shared experiences we have together at this school have deepened our mutual connection as father and son. These are truly priceless memories that are being formed. If all that I just wrote here still leaves anyone unconvinced, you can freely get a sense of what to expect at W Kim TKD in Lake Zurich simply by looking through the windows of its main training studio, toward its southernmost walls. Take in the Student Creed, the Tenets and Oaths of Taekwondo, and the Children Home Rules. Then, decide for yourself whether what you see written there would be of value to you and/or your children. I know that for me, and for what is plainly viewable as a true, vibrant community amongst the students and teachers, what I saw on that wall was worth pursuing. As both a father and as a midage adult working to improve upon my own internal resolve, I do not regret doing so. I am certain many other students would say the same. - Steve

I have been a student of the Kims at their Palatine locations for about 25 years. My wife and two…read morekids also went for a while. Although I admit, I have not gone for a while. On a shopping trip to Trader Joe's in Lake Zurich, I had forgotten they opened a second location in the same strip mall. So, at around noon on a Saturday, I dropped in. Hoping to run into Master Tae Hyung Kim, I learned he had already left for the day. But, I met the lead instructor and observed for a while. I remember when they had one location in downtown Palatine that was great, but very "lived in". This new location is really nice. It's well lit, the gym is large, the instructors have microphones they wear so they can easily be heard. And, since many of their students are kids, they have a great seating area where parents can watch the classes. I'm really sorry that I missed Tae, but I did leave my number for him. For a couple of years I've said I would go back again. I need to get back in shape. One day, I will be back.

I'm just going to put it simply, this place changed my life. I decided to try something new, way…read moreout of my comfort zone. Little by little I grew stronger, more confident and I learned the techniques. The people here believe in me, coach me and encourage me to push further, be braver. They are talented, kind and strong. At the age of 43 I just registered for my first tournament and it feels amazing. Just try it, you never know what will come out of it.

If you are looking for a legit BJJ gym with top notch instruction, facilities, and value, then look…read moreno further. Coach Carlos and Patty have a great culture of respect, honor, team, family, and friends. LCBJJ is an affiliate of Professor Leo Viera's Checkmat Team. I've been around BJJ since 1998 and started martial arts in 1990, and LCBJJ really is a quality location I am proud to be a member of their school. Brand new location with a large new mat and training area, beautiful!! Beginners 101's 6 week program is excellent and a great, easy paced, we'll instructed, and cost effective way to see if you enjoy the art. A high quality Gi is included with an entry level white belt. Evening, Noon, and Saturday classes for us with the busy or flexible schedules. Check your ego at the door and come learn the best martial art, get a great workout, have fun, and meet great people at LCBJJ!!

Update: I no longer recommend this club. Unfortunately, some injuries and sensei blaming injuries…read more100% on the student even when it is not true, In one instance the sensei directly caused the injury and in the other, did not prepare us for a difficult throw, causing injuries. and telling student he is not allowed to come any more, changed my view - sadly.

This is an amazing club, very knowledgeable coaches teaching high end judo. Friendly members which…read morecreates a close knit place to be a part of.

When my daughter needed a mentor most to guide her in truth with integrity. Ms. Kera proved to be a…read morecoward and rather nurtured her to a lifestyle where truth, honor and integrity do not exist. In my day, Martial arts had a code of conduct but, not here and there is something awful to be said about an instructor / mentor / teacher that takes a back seat to truth. This place is a woke, white wash of a Korean art form more liken to a baby day care in uniforms. DO NOT trust your child's integrity or character to these hands I am longtime patron with a big-time disappointment and regret for funding this place for so many years.

Had a great time at LZMA at a group event. The place is very spaceful and the instructors work very…read morewell with young kids. Great facility and amenities for waiting parents.

On the busiest nights (valentines day) of the week, not one staff member came out to escort these…read moreyoung children for a safe entry into the business. Plus adding the parents! Dropping the boys off and not leaving their autos to help the kids thru the busy traffic due to valentines pizzas being picked up next door. The parking lot was a mad house. Thank goodness no accidents happened while I was waiting for my pizza.

I was absolutely appalled when I called Robert to address an issue I had with the charges to my…read morecredit card. His unprofessional and rude responses told me I was not going to get anywhere with him. I requested that Pedro the owner call me instead, to which Robert responded with a snide "well that is not going to happen". When I continued to refute the charges to my card he began very hostile and used profanity and told me he did not give a "beep" what I do, and I can "beep" off, and then he hung up. I was dumbfounded, never in my life have I experienced such a blatant disregard for not only customer service but simple respect when speaking to another human being. Absolutely inexcusable.