Simple AWESOME!! Master Jung has the most amazing way with the kids, and his instruction is simply…read moreamazing. We've been coming here for 4 years and I watched my daughter go from crying in her first class at the age of 3, to now being a black belt and telling her friends she can't play because She's going to TKD. I would and do recommend this place to everybody. I can't praise them enough...

I had my son join Tae kwon Do so that he can learn how to defend himself. After paying $139 a month…read moreand an additional $60 every 2 months (to pay for the belt test, which did not make sense, whether they learn the kata's or not they give them the belt so the parents are PAYING for the belts instead of the kids EARNING THEM) i quickly noticed that the kids are not learning self defense. When i questioned Master Jung about this his response was that Tae Kwon Do was not for self defense but that he teaches self confidence within a kid and how to make them feel good about themselves. Well for $139 a month i can pat my son on the back and tell him he is great but that is not going to help should he get in a fight. The so called black belts looked as though they could not fight there way out of a paper bag. Making the kids FEEL GOOD is great but how are they going to feel when they find themselves in a place were they have to defend themselves and they get beat up! that burst of bubble will have the kids questioning everything else in there lives. When i sent the email that my son will no longer attend his dojo, i still got charged the following month, even though my son had not attended. I also received an email that i will be charged an additional month as they had a two month cancel policy. So they charge me $279 for a kid who is not even attending the school. Tae Kwon Do is a Korean martial art. It combines combat and self-defense techniques with sport and exercise. For a Master to tell me its NOT used for self defense but only for self confidence REALLY made my head spin. I took 2 years of karate in college and i learned more in my first month than my son did in the time he was at this school. If you want your kid to FEEL all warm and snuggly inside this is the school for them, but if you want your kid to actually LEARN something about SELF-DEFENSE then i would look else were. BYT when i asked about the 1980's trophy and if they actually do have sparring with other dojo's so that the kids can actually practice what they learned the master again said NO not really as that is not what they teach....REALLY! Very unhappy mom

We first joined ACE Taekwondo in Yorkville back in February 2021, when my daughter--then in the…read moremidst of a full-blown Naruto obsession--begged to become a "ninja". To be honest, I was hesitant at first. My daughter had tried T-ball previously and lost interest quickly, and I worried Taekwondo would be another short-lived hobby. The commitment felt long, and while the cost was reasonable for area martial arts classes, it felt like a risk if she didn't stick with it. On top of that, we were still deep in the pandemic: my daughter wore a mask to every class, and I waited outside in the car. But she loved it. Despite all the challenges, she kept showing up to class, excited and engaged. As Covid restrictions lifted, I started coming inside to watch occasionally, but mostly kept to myself--I'm not much of a "people person." Still, as the months turned into years and my daughter worked her way toward her black belt, I realized this wasn't a passing phase. Her dedication inspired me. Eventually, I started bringing my toddler to the Toddler classes and got to know Master, Instructor White, and the other instructors. When my daughter earned her deputy belt and began preparing for her black belt test, I decided to join her on the mat. I signed up for Taekwondo and, being an overachiever, added Hapkido too! A year later, my daughter and I had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to South Korea with ACE for an international tournament and cultural trip. It was amazing to share this experience--and our training journey--together. If we stay on track, my daughter will earn her 2nd Dan (2nd degree black belt) on the same day I receive my 1st black belt. I can't think of a better milestone to share as a family. Now, my 4-year-old is also a Tiny Tiger at ACE. The instructors are wonderful, and the kids we've met through ACE are some of the kindest, most respectful kids I've ever known. They truly embody the tenets of Taekwondo, and ACE is helping shape future leaders in our community. I am so proud to be part of the ACE family. If you're looking for a place where your child--and your whole family--can grow in confidence, discipline, and community, I highly recommend checking out ACE Taekwondo!

I've been attending ACE (Formerly BH) for about 10 years now. I can confidently say that learning…read moremartial arts has made a significant impact on my life for the better. Learning discipline and techniques from the skilled staff has helped me grow as a person as well with being able to compete in tournaments. The people I've met have become like a second family to me, couldn't recommend this school more.

This is a fantastic place with knowledgeable and patient instructors. If you're looking for…read morepractical application martial arts, you've found it at DTI.

I love this school. It's not only a great workout, but a school that teaches great skill learning…read moretechinques. All instructors are positive, upbeat really ready to teach.

I've been going since January 2026. My friend recommended the gym. I've only been doing boxing and…read morethe energy and training has been great. I like the no pressure yet 'let's get it' attitude from the training staff. I've never done any formal training other than what they showed me in the army. Very beginner friendly. Welcoming and knowledgeable.

Not what I expected…read more Hours are wrong on Yelp, it's only open about 3-4 hours in the AM and sometimes a few at night. My 2nd shift work schedule meant I'd have to lose sleep to train here. For Boxing specifically, there's 3 1 hour classes per week, and it didn't seem like anything more involved than "calling out combinations" or sometimes a footwork drill. This is fine as a boxing workout but you can do that at any gym with a heavy bag for less than the $120/month here. Place is varying degrees of dirty/smelly, with no running/potable water, hope you brought your own. Gloves/equipment strewn all about the floor. You'll feel like you immediately want to wash everything you were wearing in case it picked up too much dust in there. If your availability matches up to theirs and you're interested in MMA/BJJ, maybe it's a 3 star. But it's a fitness gym, not a training gym. To learn boxing, there's other options.

Great club, excellent and highly skilled instructors, and a family friendly atmosphere!read more

Run by Sensei Bob Corwin 6th Dan, helped by a core group of additional senseis (Rick Undesser 3rd…read moreDan, Todd Caviness, Justin Caviness, Kaz Ayukawa, 2nd Dan, Greg Edwards 1st Dan), this is an excellent, vigorous family friendly club with very reasonable rates ($60 a person, with discounts for additional family members) Work outs are Tues: 6-7pm (6-9 yr olds & family) Tues: 7-8:30pm (Everyone else) Thurs: 6-7pm (6-9 yr olds & family) Thurs: 7-8:30pm (Everyone else) Sat: 10:00am-12:00 noon (general workout) Yorkville Judo Club has been around for many years- some families have been in for two or three generations. I highly recommend it.

The instructors are committed, knowledgeable, and all around wonderful with the kids! The whole…read moreAMAA community is supportive of each other and have become like a second family. They have awesome social activities for the kids outside of class time, as well. Since being here, our kids have improved in strength, confidence, and self-discipline in the best way. We are grateful for AMAA!

I can not recommend American Martial Arts Academy enough. It was just what my son needed at a…read morecrucial time. He started in 5th grade when as a very quiet, introverted kid, he was getting picked on at school. When he first started Taekwondo it was more because we encouraged him to go, as the years went on, he took the journey to his black belt on himself. He dedicated himself to learning the disciplines to be successful in life. He gained confidence, strength, wisdom, and determination. At AMAA, they teach principles that go past the sport of Taekwondo and into home and school life. The principles helped my son become more autonomous and to face difficulties with a greater confidence. I am very proud of his character and very thankful to AMAA for the part they played in his life. He is just about to receive his second degree Black belt and inspired his two younger brothers and little sister to also take on the journey to a black belt.

My husband and I scouted places for taekwondo in the area before signing up our child and we both…read moreliked this place the most. Our son enjoyed his time for a couple of years. We're all bummed when we had to move but this place has a special spot in our hearts.

If you are looking for a traditional taekwondo school this is not the right place. The Master here…read moreis just all about cashing checks every month,filling up the mats with students that they cannot pay attention and coach them. Sparring class is getting hazardous big kids taking advantage when they spar with younger kids and lower belts not a fair match. Too many students 20kids to 30+ in 1 class with 1 instructor or 2. They pass every students on belt testing even w/o knowing the forms and kicks. You can walk by and get your FREE Black belt even w/o any skills. You paid for it! Best place if you are just looking to babysit your kids for 45 mins. Though you can find a cheaper ones for sure. They charge $159/monthly + $70/ belt testing and $60 Uniform + $150 Membership fee( Idk what's the membership for) The Facility is very legit when it comes to nastiness, chairs, mats dirty, carpets smells. Not to mention the obnoxious Moms who chitchat during the class when you couldn't hear what's the instructors are saying bec of the buzzing sounds in the back. Annoying. Best place to waste your $$$. Master Kim focused more to kids with more siblings - $$$ Rating: -star

TM martial arts is a SCAM!!! the front desk women was extremely rude to my husband and I when…read morepartaking in our free trial for our son and daughter. Not only were the programs outrageously expensive compared to other local taekwondo schools, but also the instructors are not qualified. The master was also very rude to not only the students, but the parents. They campaign as if they are the number one school in Will country, but I would HIGHLY disagree. I have several family friends who are heavily involved in other schools who compete and TM martial arts does not compete because they are not qualified. Not only was my experience bad but so was the attitude of the instructors, "master", and front desk women. I would never recommend someone to pay money here.

I came in for a free trial and was asked to leave when I told them I just wanted to observe. Very…read morepushy, called way too often for my liking. I would not recommend.