Five Stars all the way. There are too many good things to say!…read more I did the jiu jitsu classes for almost two years before I had to move across county. The culture is great, everyone makes it point to learn your name and get to know you. They take lessons at your pace. If you can only make it once week and learning is slow, it's no problem. If you want to go everyday and roll you can. Master Kim-- Jeff, really makes a huge difference as well. He instructs a variety of other martial arts such as Judo and Kyuki-do. He really is a master of multiple arts and it comes through in the self defense and jiu jitsu classes. He has obviously been teaching for a very long time and knows how to structure a class and explain and demonstrate concepts in understandable way. If you have been rolling for years or its your first time I guarantee you will improve! When I told him I had to relocate across they country, Jeff spent a lot of extra time reviewing and getting me through to my last test, you can tell he very much cares about your progress. They also offer Muay Thai classes and many people would double it up with the jiu jitsu classes-- not something I did but the guys who did do it got a great work out. If you have researched other classes you may think that this school limits you by making you focus on certain set of self-defense skills but I have rolled at A LOT of other gyms since I have left (as a 4 stripe white belt) and it has been extremely easy to transition to other gyms and see that those moves they make you learn are ESSENTIAL! Some schools tend to jump all over the board on skills which can be very confusing for a new student. If you are at all interested in the martial arts or getting a good workout, check out this gym. They really do help you to reach the goals you want even going out of their way to do so.

The lesson was great, but when it came to joining the instructor for paperwork, I was treated…read moreextremely inappropriately, and can't see myself visiting this gym again

This is a great facility, professional and courteous. Their instructors are truly world class. They…read moremake the martial arts experience convenient, safe and affordable. It's not a "McDojo" by any means. Liz is such a sweet heart. I felt welcomed the first day I walked into Budokan.

I've been thinking about taking Tai Chi for a long time but never got around to searching for one…read moreclose to home. Finally, after one afternoon nursing a sore and stressed body, I decided to do the search. I was very impressed with Liz, the owner. She's a very nice lady. I decided to try Budokan Martial Arts. I've been going there 3 times a week for 2 months now and I'm very happy with the experience. Sifu Jason is excellent, explains the steps very well and he makes learning Tai Chi fun and interesting. My S.O. joins once a week. The Qigong meditation once a month is relaxing and helps me focus. I highly recommend this place.

I stopped in to check out the school because I was new to the area but after watching for 20minutes…read moreor so, I could see that there was a young lady who looked like she was teaching the class but it did not look like there was much control over what was going on. Eventually a heavy set man came out of his office and started shouting commands, I think once he realized that there was some one else watching that was new. There were a few parents sitting on a bench which seemed a little tacky. I had asked one of the parents what they were paying and could not justify paying the cost that was mentioned for such a bland looking facility. There was very little energy. I have 2 kids that are very interested in getting involved in martial arts and we found a great place in St. Charles that has a totally different energy when you walk in. My advice is this is not the place for your kids or even as an adult which it looked liked both kids and adults were together, very odd.

We've had past experience at this school and they definitely don't practice what is preached in Tae…read moreKwon Do between two different woman claiming to be the owners wife, that show up from time to time, and the fact that the person who claims to be the master, allows an intern teach while he sits back and what looks like him playing on his computer. We were not impressed. This is definitely not somewhere that you should bring your kids to teach them morals and ethics. From what I can see by the other ratings, these people must know the owner because from what we've sen, they are not being truthful. he seems to be more worried about growing his class sizes then paying attention to the kids and their needs which is a shame. It's all about the students but not in this case. The pictures below are of his own kids.

Instructors of boxing & muay thai are exceptionally well-versed with what they do…read more It's a clean facility with a good space to move around. It's a safe space for beginners & advanced boxing & muay thai enthusiasts.

As a rbka amputee, I have been looking for ways to improve my functioning. I discovered one of the…read moreways might be boxing I discovered that I am not in and shape to join in with the regular classes. The owner introduced me to Owen. Since that first class I have been working with Owen as a personal trainer. I continue to progress and learn how to box. This is a great way to regain functioning and dealing with stress. The classes are great for the average person and the owner Pat will find a solution for anyone willing and able to learn how to box.

Top notch school & instructors! You want your kids to learn the meaning of martial arts, be able to…read moredefend themselves & make siome friends too. This is the school for You, your son or daughter. Give it a look its worth it!

Our three children have been going to World Martial Arts Academy for a few years. They are learning…read moreShotokan karate, and Filipino martial arts (Arnis). The owners & staff are both very professional, respectful and highly skilled. They have a great balance in knowing how to encourage and help the students really excel. Our kids feel like they are part of a team. The environment is hard to beat - the staff sets the tone and other students (children, teenagers and adults) are friendly and encouraging. I notice the more experienced students are happy to share with the new students. I recommend World Martial Arts Academy for any age, gender or skill level. There are opportunities to compete. We've also hosted a family birthday party here, which was a blast. The kids and the adults learned new things and had a great time. I hope to do it again.

I've been training here for a few months now and am very happy with the pedigree here and with my…read moreadvancement in skill level. The schedules are very accommodating to my mornings and evenings. They have classes throughout the day which is great when I want to get a workout in mid-day. The entire staff is very knowledgeable and motivating. I have even brought my nephew in and recommended this place to other family members. Now if only they get off their butts and come with me... buuuut that's a different story. Again, I highly recommend this place.

If you are looking for a good workout ck out this place. It's reasonably priced. It's nice because…read moreit's month to month and no contract. It is great for adults and kids.

I loved it. My child has learned so much, and I always see her smiling. She says it's the best…read morething to do in a bad situation.

All 3 of my children are enrolled and we have gotten so much out of the program! Mr. Drescher is an…read moreoutstanding instructor. He is so great with the kids, he is talented beyond his craft. He makes learning fun but also takes the role of imparting martial arts skills seriously. He is very dedicated to the studio and his students and they learn so much more than martial arts moves. They reinforce respect and self discipline, the importance of keeping commitments, using your voice, and being responsible. They are incredibly inclusive and welcoming. They really build the kids up by helping develop belief in their own abilities. Every instructor is really great in their own ways (especially ms. Shah and Ms. Oie) and we couldn't be happier with our experience. We plan to continue to participate for a long time. I'm grateful to NK South Elgin and we feel like valued members of their team. What we've gained has been priceless. I highly recommend this studio! It's the best!

This was my first experience taking my son to a martial arts dojo. My son has severe ADHD and I was…read morevery nervous that he would have a difficult time or he would disrupt class. Boy was I very, VERY wrong. From the moment we walked in we were greeted and felt completely welcomed. We have been with Tiger Koo's for 6 weeks now and it has completely changed my son in such a positive way. His first class ignited an excitement of something more valuable than the current video game craze - I see his confidence growing and I love seeing him encouraging and cheering on other new members experiencing their first day. I tell you fellow parents I knew the moment after seeing his face after he broke his first board- he was so incredibly happy and the pride he was over come with- it is a parents dream for their kids! My son cannot wait to go to class and I light up to see him focus in ways that he hasn't before. The instructors are so patient and fun, the kids respect and enjoy the lessons . Even in bigger classes the children get one on one time and or break into smaller groups. Such a great program I decided to join with my son! We see and have dojos within minutes of our house and we cannot see ourself going anywhere else.

My son had taken taekwondo lessons in the past, and to continue his goal to become a black belt, we…read moreneeded to find a new facility for his classes, and we settled on Tiger Koo's. I have been very happy with our experience at Tiger Koo's. As a parent, I appreciate the individualized approach I see each student get during the class to work on the skills they need to advance. As a student, my son loves the fun activities they do and the encouragement he gets during class. Master Koo, Master Maya, and the rest of the instructors are fantastic and supportive. My son's goals have now changed from beyond achieving his black belt to someday joining their demo team. Very happy to have joined the Tiger Koo family!

LOL. I don't know what people are expecting at a Planet Fitness, the Hilton?! Nope…read more This place has treadmills that's all I need, AND it has those arm bicycles VERY RARE INDEED. Now go workout

Absolutely terrible experience at the Planet Fitness on Randall -- easily one of the worst gyms…read moreI've ever stepped foot in. From the moment you walk in, you can tell this place is poorly managed. The staff couldn't care less about anything. Half the time they're just standing around, on their phones, or talking to each other while members are left waiting or dealing with issues on their own. If you actually need help, good luck -- you'll either get ignored or get a lazy, half-effort response like they don't want to be there. The cleanliness is a complete joke. Machines are constantly sweaty, trash cans are overflowing, and it feels like nobody ever wipes anything down unless a member does it themselves. The locker rooms are even worse -- dirty floors, bad smells, and clearly not maintained regularly. For a gym that preaches a "judgement-free zone," they sure don't care about basic hygiene. Equipment is another huge problem. Machines are constantly broken or out of order, and it takes forever for anything to get fixed. Even when stuff is working, there's never enough of it. You end up waiting way too long for basic machines because the layout is cramped and poorly thought out. It feels overcrowded no matter what time you go. The environment is just bad overall. It's loud, chaotic, and not in a motivating way -- more like a disorganized mess. People don't rerack weights, nobody enforces any rules, and the staff just lets everything slide. It honestly feels more like a hangout spot than a gym. Customer service is easily the worst part. They make it difficult for no reason when it comes to memberships, cancellations, or even simple questions. It feels like they're trying to trap you rather than actually help you. No communication, no professionalism, no respect for members. For the price, you'd expect at least the bare minimum -- clean equipment, working machines, and staff that actually does their job. This place fails on every level. There are way better gyms in the area that actually care about their members and maintain their facilities. Save your time, money, and frustration -- avoid this Planet Fitness at all costs.