JP Martial Arts is a highly professional school. I have witnessed several of their demonstrations…read moreand was highly impressed. My wife took their personal defense class. She loved it. Check it out!

At J.P. Wood they teach the World Taekwondo Federation style (or WTF - unfortunate acronym I know),…read moreas well as Koryo Gumdo (Korean Samurai Sword), and various other martial arts orientated work out classes for various ages. It has been over 6 years now that I started going to classes at J.P. Wood to learn Taekwondo, and about 4 years ago since I started doing Gumdo. I have to say, it doesn't seem that long at all, and I really couldn't imagine not being there so often! The school is owned by Grandmaster John P. Wood and his wife Master Janice Wood, who are both very approachable, knowledgeable and active in the local community. There are a number of classes available every weekday evening, and Saturday morning, each lasting about an hour split up between family classes, teen/adult classes and dragon classes (4-6 years old). Master Janice Wood and some of the other instructors teach at other locations in the area too, and there are often some morning classes scheduled as well (such as tumbling/martial arts basics for 2.5 to 4 years old). The classes are structured so that students work on various different aspects that are important in each discipline, and usually taught by at least 1 main instructor and an assistant instructor. The Wood's put a lot of thought into the lesson plan so each week you are working on some things that are different to the previous week, which helps with maintaining motivation. There really is something for all ages at J.P. Wood. If you want to learn martial arts and have been intimidated by other places, definitely consider coming here. You won't be disappointed.

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.

Our boys have been training with ISKC since they were four years old. Almost 6 years later and one…read moreof them with a Sho Dan, we are still going strong! This place is more than a karate dojo to us, it is our extended family. We are very thankful that we found ISKC through our park district. From the excellent programs (for both young and old), to the top notch Senseis, nothing is short of the best. This organization is teaching my boys not only great karate (both competition and real life application), but also teaches them to be healthy, disciplined and confident about themselves. All these skills are directly helping them succeed in their school life as well and making them into well rounded individuals. My boys have also made great friends through this club that they will keep for a very long while! If you are looking for a karate club, par excellence, ISKC is definitely Chicagoland's top karate club! Highly recommended!

This a review for the Morton Grove location…read more Our 4 year old son had an absolute fantastic time with sensei Patel in the 4-7 year old beginner class. He looked forward to each class, and was always eager to tell us what he did in class. Sensei Patel did a fantastic job of balancing the class for all ages, not sidelining anyone, and instilling an eagerness in the students to learn more. Occasionally sensei Patel had to reign in, and redirect the energy a bit, however in a class geared towards rambunctious younger learners that is to be expected. For the following session we had him progress to a beginner/continuer 4-7 year old class. We wanted to keep him at the same or somewhat higher level of expectation as in sensei Patel's class. He was by far the youngest student in the class, and the older students were obviously much further down the road with their karate skills. The class ended up catering more towards the older students (6 and 7 year olds). What is needed to engage and motivate a 4-5 year old and a 6-7 year old student is quite different. Also, there are limits to what can be reasonably expected from a 4 year old student. With that said, the instructor was very skilled in martial arts, and for older students I can see him being suitable.

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.

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.

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.

This martial arts school transformed me into the woman that I am today. I spent half of my life…read moretraining at US Elite Martial Arts, I practically spent my childhood and grew up here. Though I was too young and immature between the ages of 3 - 14 years old to notice, I can see now the lasting effect that this school had on me. As I was strengthening my physical body, I was nourishing mentally. Through every kick, I was gaining patience and discipline. With every punch, I became more confident and driven. I could write a book about all the things that I learned between the ages of 3-14 years old while I was training with US Elite Martial Arts. But to give you a short version, Master Greer reminded me that one's voice and the ability to ignore is more powerful than any kick or fist. Every time he made me spar with someone bigger or older than me, he was training me to accept a loss and a "no" and grow and learn from it. With every passing year, I grew more patient and more hardworking. My ability to read and understand others stemmed farther than anticipating my opponent's next kick. I began to organize and manage my time more efficiently, leaving room to get good grades, spend time with friends and family, play other sports, and train here at US Elite. It's crazy to think about how pivotal being taught these things at a young age was for my growth. When one is that young, they learn the most from their environment, and I am truly grateful every single day that this was the one I was apart of. Not only was I learning and excelling in martial arts, but I was also pushing and developing into a disciplined, self-confident, and motivated individual whose communication skills, respect, and kindness were pillars of their being before the age of 12. Master Greer and the team carved out a path for me to truly understand myself. They showed me that I am in control of my own life and that I can't go around pointing fingers at other people because I am not where I want to be. Through US Elite Martial Arts, I was taught to be confident in my decisions, to never give up, and to always work and train harder than anyone else in the room.

Mr. Greer was an amazing instructor! Every instructor was very kind and pushed us to our limits…read moremaking us the best that we can be. This is a very kind environment and I would recommend this to other kids trying to get in better shape or just to get stronger and have a quality time. I met a lot of great people there and some of my current best friends were from Martial Arts. US Elite helped us get stronger both physically and mentally and we have been proud black belts the last two years. --Danny W. & Alan M.

Headmaster Rusev runs the one of the most comprehensive and prestigious Martial Arts programs in…read morethe United States. Master Rusev is among the few Masters in the United States that holds a college degree from the University of Sophia in Martial Arts, and was a former Bulgarian National Team member. Master Rusev has also trained and served in the Bulgarian Army to further his skillset. In addition to his accomplishments as a Martial Artist, Master Rusev is an accomplished Coach and Headmaster. Revolution Taekwondo has produced some of the finest Martial Artists, including several USA National Team Members, World Champions, and Pan American Champions. Master Rusev personally trains and oversees the instruction of his students; personally invested in each individuals goals and achievement both in and out of school. Parents looking for discipline, confidence building and self defense will find a comprehensive approach for overall mentoring and guidance. For anyone seeking discipline, self defense, or any Martial Instruction; Revolution Taekwondo receives my highest recommendation.

My son Brandon and i have been associated with Master Kris since Brandon was 5 years old, he is now…read more16. In the 11 years that Brandon has been competing in Olympic Sparring we have known many Masters and coaches, but when it was time to step up to the next level there was only one person that i trusted to coach my son, Master Kris and Revolution TKD. Master Kris's style of coaching and teaching brings out the best in students, and his knowledge of the sport is second to none. Under Master Kris, Brandon has won many National Championships, made the Jr. National Team in 2011-2012 and has become a World Class fighter. If your looking for a great TKD program, Master Kris and Revolution TKD are the best. Also, love the new facility..........

This is the best Tae Kwon Do school in the aria. Our kids had been part of this Tae Kwon Do family…read moresince they were 4. We tried other schools in the aria and were very hesitant to try until we met Master Kim. Master Kim has a very friendly and welcoming attitude. He is easy going but also strict enough so kids will listen and respect him. He has experienced, knowledge and great work ethics to teach anybody from tiny (3-4 year old) tigers to teenagers and adults. His staff is also very experienced and traines right there is school. The program put kids through different activities and exercise, teaches them respect, self control and believing in themselves. Learning some Korean vocabulary is also a benefit.

We LOVE iTiger!!! Our daughter came to a birthday party there 3 years ago & she enjoyed it (Master…read moreKim) so much we signed up for classes that week! Master Kim is excellent at engaging the kids. He has age appropriate expectations of his participants and has created the perfect blend of discipline and fun! Our daughter has been with him 3 years now & will be hosting her birthday party this week for the third time! K. Witte

"My child came home every day excited about their new friends and the fun activities at the camp…read more The staff is incredibly caring and supportive, ensuring that every camper felt included. Activities ranging from: stem, story telling, public speaking, conflict resolution and pickleball. The camp offered a wonderful balance of outdoor activities and valuable learning opportunities. Barrington' Best Summer Camp encourages a sense of belonging, and we can't wait to return next year!"

Our 6 year old has been going here for about a year. He has already learned so much, gets lots of…read moreexercise and has learned quite a bit of discipline. Master Morris spends a lot of time with each of the students to ensure that their form is correct. He also makes it fun! Class sizes are reasonable to ensure everyone gets a lot of attention, and my son has really enjoyed working towards his next belt! I am sure we will continue to go here for a long time.