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!

Excellent staff and facility. Very knowledgeable and great teaching capabilities. Self-defense,…read moreSport Karate, Sport Ju-Jitsu, Kempo Jitsu, Fitness Kickboxing, Personal Training,Kickboxing coach and Private Instruction Do yourself a favor and check it out, then refer your friends https://www.facebook.com/pages/American-Freestyle-Martial-Arts-Team-Jensen/194757163390

We have gotten 4 huge makeovers. Just about 1 makeover every 4 months. Times change, people…read morechange... People look for change, We give them ever-changing workouts with the solid foundation of traditional martial arts. We don't look down or look at other schools as competition, We let them do that.

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.

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.

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.

If you train here and don't understand how special it is or you are thinking of which school to…read moretrust your kids with or who to trust for your own entry into the Jiu-jitsu journey, this is it! Do your own research out there with the rest and then come running back to Currans! The best.

I started training here in the spring. Most of the gym was welcoming, and I genuinely enjoyed…read moretraining, rolling with members and attending almost every class. The first issue arose when a longtime teammate came to me visibly upset and said she and another student were kicked off the mat by blue belt Alexa, who she said lacked authority to do so. Staff initially seemed understanding, but when they later asked her, she retracted what she'd told me. She had personally told me she cared about her reputation at the gym and didn't want to seem like a complainer. I was questioned about why I stood up for her when it "had nothing to do with me." Chuck labeled me a problem and said I was stirring up drama. I also raised concerns about another woman's passive-aggressive jokes. Chuck dismissed it because she jokes with him, but what he considers a joke isn't necessarily what I do. There was also an incident I never reported because I feared being labeled a complainer. I've never had an issue rolling with men there; this was one specific interaction. After rolling with an older man, the clock stopped and we sat while I listened to his advice. He rested his hand on my upper thigh. I stayed quiet because of how my previous concerns were handled. I discussed concerns with morning instructor AJ and coach Justin. Owner Jeff Curran later called this "cornering" instructors and spreading gossip. I was trying to communicate how disrespected I felt by Chuck labeling me the problem. Chuck talked down to me, cut me off and became upset when I asked questions, so I left. During the next eight days, my membership was apparently canceled without informing me, even though I kept attending morning classes with AJ. I avoided evenings because of Chuck. When I saw him again, there was no apology; I was told he "deals with things a certain way." I still listened to Chuck and the other coaches. When Chuck later tried having a joking/personal relationship with me again, I didn't want that. I wanted to train, take instruction and leave, but apparently that was interpreted as disrespect. After I borrowed a gi, Chuck told me to put it in the bin and he'd wash it. I heard him, we made eye contact and I understood. I guess because I didn't respond how he wanted, he immediately followed me. When I looked back, he kept pace and maintained eye contact. He followed me to the rack, watched me put the gi away, then watched me leave. Later they said there was only one exit, but he followed me to the rack first, not simply toward the exit. The situation reached its climax when Jeff confronted me after morning class while I was talking with AJ. He said, "Let's talk about it." As AJ was leaving, Jeff said he didn't want to talk to me alone because I "put words in [his] mouth." He motioned for me to get out, then told AJ not to talk to me. Jeff yelled at me and accused me of calling Chuck "a bigot." I immediately made clear I DID NOT call Chuck a bigot. Jeff said he'd known Chuck for 39 years while judging me despite barely knowing me. He called me a "liability" and defended Chuck by saying he'd simply had a bad day. When I responded, "I can't have bad days too?" Jeff said I had a "victim mentality" and continued calling me a liability. He also said something like, "This is a combat sport. What are you going to do, cry if you jam your finger?" My concerns were NEVER about handling BJJ physically. I've trained through injuries. They were about how I was treated and spoken to. Jeff scheduled a meeting for the next day at 1:00. I agreed, but going in I already had a feeling how it would go, so I said I was going to stop training there. They recorded the meeting, so assuming it remains complete and unedited, there's a record of what happened. Chuck constantly interrupted me, and whenever I addressed one person, someone else jumped in. It felt like everyone was tagging each other in. I tried to understand their perspectives, but when I explained mine, it felt like, "Here's why you're wrong." I felt dismissed and gaslighted. Jeff eventually told me to get out and commented on my future personal relationships despite barely knowing me. When I mentioned mixed reviews about him, he felt insulted after making personal comments about me. I trained hard and cared about the gym. I believe this could've gone differently if they'd been willing to listen instead of becoming defensive. Others may genuinely have five-star experiences, but that doesn't negate mine. Since posting my review, I've noticed students posting five-star reviews, including Mike T. I believe the owner is having students post them to bury mine. More five-star reviews don't erase what happened to me. As a woman there alone, I question whether I would've been treated the same way if I'd had someone supporting me, such as a partner or man present. I have no reason to lie. This reflects my experience and what happened when I raised concerns.

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

Sensei Anthony is welcoming, passionate and patient teacher of the Bujinkan Taijitsu. I've been…read morepracticing with my daughter for 2 yrs and we continue to grow and improve as a martial artist. Highly recommend this dojo for offering a comprehensive system that engages the mind and body.

From the owner: Catch Life's Dojo offers a holistic approach to martial…read morearts, meditation, and self-defense training for all ages. Our programs empower individuals with practical skills, agility, and mental clarity while fostering confidence and personal growth. Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu Martial Arts Rooted in nine traditional lineages, Taijutsu teaches strikes, locks, throws, and weapon techniques focused on natural movement over strength, making it effective for toddlers to seniors. Develop coordination, awareness, and practical self-defense skills in a supportive environment. Nagare Moving Meditation Nagare focuses on low-impact, full-body movement paired with breathwork. Ideal for those seeking mindfulness and mobility without martial arts, it supports balance, harmony, and neurological health. Self-Defense Seminars Learn real-world techniques for confidence and safety, focusing on situational awareness, verbal de-escalation, and physical escape tactics. Occupation-Focused Workshops Tailored for professionals in industries like healthcare, real estate, and hospitality, these workshops address workplace risks and teach strategies for safety in unfamiliar environments. At Catch Life’s Dojo, we don’t train for competition—we train for life. Discover your flow, build strength, and take control. Contact us today to start your journey!

"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.

Top quality training, great learning environment…read more My son and I started learning judo four months ago and I am very happy to have joined here. Before joining, I was in poor health after major surgery and since then, my fitness levels have increased greatly. Judo is like physical chess. It is important to consider the learning environment of a martial arts club. Barrington Judo Club's coaches are in their fifties and there are 6 or 7 black belts. Some of them have competed at the National levels in their countries (France, Mexico...). They are mature and have a fatherly attitude towards the students. Other martial arts clubs that have just one teacher can become abusive as he is all powerful. Some MMA/BJJ clubs have a tough guy attitude and the instructor injures his pupils to show his displeasure. I am glad Barrington Judo Club is not like those clubs. There are thankfully no contracts. Many other clubs require an annual contract. My son and I highly recommend this club for you to learn judo.

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.