As a parent, what do you look for in a martial-arts school? We searched for a school that could connect with our overly-energetic three-year-old son, Nick. He was certainly nervous when he got out on the mat, unsure of why the uniforms and the world of supportive discipline he was placed in. Nick was a typical three-year-old, always having difficulty with basic prompts and just staying still: all part of what makes three-year-olds so much fun and yet so challenging. Nick began in the "Dynomites" program, which is tailored specifically to not only new students, but in the 3-6 years age range. A lot of therapeutic approaches are clearly applied in the Dynomites program. There's attention to gross as well as fine motor skills. There's positive behavioral support that is driven by compassionate instructors who truly honor the martial arts by how the so selflessly give to each and every student. There's a constant stream of positive energy that bolsters confidence and an "I can do this" attitude. Nick began to develop before our eyes. He learned the importance of following instructions, and he thrived on the support he received to get there. He learned the value of "yes m'am," and "yes sir." Nick connected to the professionalism of the school, the amazing support staff - most of which are young students themselves who have taken on leadership roles in the fantastic school. Let me add that we pass at least a half-dozen karate schools on our way to Superstar, three of which are within walking distance in our small town of Bartlett, Illinois. It's now been two and one-half years that we've been with the Superstar family. Nick recently reached his black -striped belt, demonstrating his hard work and time invested, and has now moved up to a new class of students at Superstar Karate. Everything we were looking for, we found at Superstar. Thank you to the fine instructors; thank you to all of you Yelp consumers that took the time to share in our wonderful experience. read more

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Ever since my son joined superstar karate, his self confidence has been amazing. He is more confident in making new friends. Coaches are amazing. And with the anti- bullying class that was provided, he took what he learned and applied it in real life situations and was proud of it. read more

I can't say enough good things about Superstar Karate. My son has been going here for a little over a year and the growth he has shown is tremendous. My shy, anxious kiddo has become so much more confident and has learned great self control abilities and it's largely in part of Superstar Karate. The discipline he's learning is amazing! read more

This dojo is only out for one thing, making money. Have a question about something karate related? Don't expect a response back if you text or email unless you're new and wanting to sign up for karate. The sensei constantly brags about his accomplishments and shows off his 'skills'. During a graduation he had one group do a performance and then after they finished he said 'this is how it's supposed to look' and then performed it himself. Great way to make the kids feel bad. The dojo also is constantly closed without offering refunds but he says you can come another day even though some kids and parents might not be able to come another day. The sensei doesn't do what he tells the kids they need to do. For example; being honest, he constantly lies (which my child pointed out to me), being punctual, he will show up late to things or have them start late, and more. Additionally, he has these raffles where the kids have to do certain things and there's always things like leaving reviews on yelp, Google, and Facebook. People should review places because they want to, not for the chance to win a prize.. He also shows extreme favoritism towards certain students. This dojo has ruined karate for my kid. read more

After 2 yrs, I stand behind my recommendation. Superstar Karate is a great school to attend, and my child is advancing his karate skills at a great pace! read more

Really enjoyed our experience so far! Our 9 year daughter just graduated to the next belt level, and is having a great time.

We love everything about Superstar Karate! It's a great place to learn and excel at karate and more importantly the teachers do a phenomenal job at motivating, coaching and inspiring kids. It truly feels like an extended family here. Sensei and all the coaches take the time to genuinely help and care for the students. It's a great community! read more

My son has been attending superstar karate for six years now. He started as a shy dinomite student to a confident mentor to the dinomite class. I have enjoyed watching my son grow not only as a student at superstar but as a better person. Thank you to all the coaches/instructors over the years that have made his experience the best./ read more

Liam has been thriving in the year plus since he began. He also was disagnosed with neurodiversity but he has been focusing better and has stronger control of his body and emotions. So happy we have Liam in karate here! read more

My son has been attending this karate school for almost two years. He has gained so much confidence in himself and learned self defense and anti bullying techniques that he has successfully used in his everyday life. it is such a great place for family as we all support each other and cheer on all the athletes. read more

My daughter has been attending super star karate for a year and half now and she could not love it more. She has gained so much confidence and coordination . This is the best choice we have made for activities. read more

Superstar Karate - Karate Near Me - Carol Stream, Illinois

Our son joined SuperStar Karate in January 2018 at the age of ten. We immediately noticed improvement in his focus and responsibility during karate, at home, and in school. By June 2018 he was invited to be a member of the Leadership Team, which additionally augmented his self development. Within four years he completed basic, intermediate, advanced, and black belt preparation training, and he earned his First Degree Black Belt in November 2021. His twelve previous belts are proudly displayed on his belt rack, and he is now advancing toward his Second Degree Black Belt. In December 2021 he was invited to be a member of the CIT (Certified Instructor Training) Team. He is excited about his current journey toward becoming an instructor. At SuperStar Karate, important life skills are learned in a fun, interactive, and motivating environment. The instructors are wonderful and the direction is accessible to all ages, from four years and up. read more

My 6-year-old has been coming to Superstar Karate for a month and she has had a wonderful experience. The teachers provide a supportive learning environment, are kind, enthusiastic, and fun. It's just the right amount of structure for this age group. My daughter is all smiles on the way to class! read more

I can't enough great things about Superstar karate. My son absolutely loves the classes and sensei. He cannot wait for class as they are always challenging and positive. The classes and times are flexible and accommodating to our schedule. Not only has my son learned a ton, his confidence and discipline has exceeded my expectations. read more

They lock you into a 12 month agreement. When you try to get out of the agreement because your 4 year old isn't into "zoom" karate (not what we signed up for) they won't email you back to discuss. read more

Both of my kids have been training here for years (one since she was age eligible). They are encouraged to be their best and get good constructive feedback and have fun. read more

Can I just scream excellence!? We scored an awesome cyber Monday deal for this location, for 6 week trial courses. My daughter is in the "dino-mites" class, which is such a joy to watch all the children participating. From focus, to excercise - these courses are such a benefit for any age. I even went out of my way to write this review. The customer service, and staff is outstanding and VERY welcoming. Quick response, and super informative. My daughter even got a fantastic and rewarding video of her breaking the wood. She feels so powerful, as if she can do anything. Too awesome. We are so glad we found this karate location. This is our first activity we decided to put our 3 year old in, and we do not regret it one bit. One of the best decisions we've made for her! We even drive almost 20 minutes for this place. Def recommended! read more

5 stars arent enough to rate Superstar Karate!!! This place is awesome for not only kids but also for adult students. There is so much to be gained studying martial arts: physical agility, flexibility, discipline, integrity, courtesy, respect just to name a few. I have been an adult student there for 3 years now. I agreed to study martial arts really not knowing what to expect. Over the 3 years I have experienced and witnessed students develop mental, physical and emotional growth. The bond we all share at thsi studio is uplifting to say the least. We are a family and it is wonderful. I have spoken to other individuals over the years that attend other schools. I ask many questions to compare. Superstar Karate outshines them all!! Participating in the arts is an investment in time, money and resources. However, the payoff is well worth it!! The instructors are superb and continue to grow with the students. It is not a competative environment. It is an environment that fosters self-improvement. Being the best and doing your best that YOU can do...not someone else. If you, your child or your family are interested in a rewarding journey, Visiting Superstar Karate should be the first thing on your to-do list! You will not be disappointed. read more

This place is awesome!!!!!! Everyone is friendly and very helpful. The instructors are very nice with kids and takes the time to teach them. read more

We love Superstar Karate! We were convinced that our daughter would probably be the "mathlete" in the family, but we signed her up for a six week trial and she started killing it from her first lesson. What we saw greatly impressed us. Students are treated with respect and encouraged through positive affirmation. Every week there is a "mat chat" where the students learn valuable life lessons for personal development. Each season there are "missions" to encourage personal and community development. There are a lot of female students and teachers, which is great because we wanted our daughter to see and learn from women in martial arts. Over all, Superstar has been a great experience for our kid and our family. Our daughter has been growing in strength, discipline, character, integrity, and drive through Superstar Karate. read more

We have had a great experience at Superstar Karate! I have watched my son improve and gain confidence through this program. He has at times struggled with focus but they have never given up on him! They have great instructors who want the kids to succeed! I learn a lot as a parent from them as well. Their emphasis on character, goal setting and positive reinforcement have been critical to my son's success. We are anxiously awaiting his first graduation and are grateful to all! read more

Absolutely love this place. My son has been attending classes here for a couple of years now and really enjoys it. He has learned so much--not only karate skills, but also interpersonal skills such as self-discipline and respect towards others. Highly recommend! read more

This is a cool place. The environment is positive and supportive. Part of their philosophy includes character building which is important for overall development. Students have the opportunity to meet performance and personal goals to earn awards and special recognition at graduations. I really like that they offer parent night out events. They really are family oriented and have thought of so many different ways to promote positive experiences for the student and family. read more

We did a 12 class trial with our 3 year old daughter and she loved it! She was in the dynamite class for the younger kids. The instructors were great. They are all friendly, have high energy, and seem to have fun with the kids. My daughter even got a post card in the mail each week giving her positive feedback on her performance during the classes. We got a really great deal on the trial during a grand re-opening sale. It was only $10 for 12 classes twice a week and you get a free uniform that is yours to keep after the session is up. Check out the facebook page because they seem to always have some sale going on for a trial. If you do sign a contract with them I believe you can do month to month and have a grace period to cancel. read more

Superstar Karate is the best !! My daughter is 7 years old and she loves class. She was very unsure at first but then realized after the 1st class it how fun it is .Instructors make class exciting while teaching a life lesson. read more

A year later, my 4yr old son is still loving his karate nights! He's in the Dinomites class for 3-5yr olds. The instructors are amazing!! They make it so fun for the kids, but also incorporate respect and listening skills. The patience they have with each participant is wonderful. I've seen my son get more confident both in class and out, more respectful and he's getting exercise. Highly recommend this place! Give them a try; they're always offering 6wk trial promotions. read more

I rarely take the time to write reviews on Yelp but wanted to share how great our experience has been with Superstar Karate. As a student at this school you not only get great martial arts training, but also well rounded life skills that penetrate other areas of life - respect, confidence, leadership and self control being just a few, in a manner that is fun and enjoyable. I have yet to see another business owner that puts so much effort and creativity into every aspect of the student's experience and success. The parents' night out events and training videos are just an example of little touches that go the extra mile in the Superstar community. My only regret is not finding this place sooner. Thank you Superstar Karate!! read more

I"m an adult 39 years old and I love taking class at Superstar Karate it has helped me and my whole family so much in so many levels. I recommend taking advantage of their intro. offer usually 2 weeks free! You will LOVE it! Janeen Nufer read more

We have five members of the family enrolled through Superstar. In addition to amazing instruction and continuous motivation, this academy is filled with extracurricular activities. They combine martial arts styles from multiple traditions and include training in a variety of weapons as well. Top that all off with a focus on family values and education and the result is a program which builds better people. You'll love it. read more

A friend introduced us to Superstar Karate. I have enjoyed taking classes with my 7-year-old son. We started almost a year ago and are near to graduating from the basic class. It is a wonderful family activity. read more

It is a good program, but you have to sign a membership contract of at least 6 months that is impossible to get out of without a doctors note. If your kid refuses to go you still have to pay. read more

I signed my son up for classes about 6 months ago and he loves it! The instructors are AMAZING and have mat chats with the kids about responsibility and respect. It has done wonders for his self esteem. read more

Amazing amazing amazing!!!! This is not just a martial arts class but a positive place for your child to excel and develop into a positive adult. It's martial arts while preparing your child for real life issues. The staff is phenomenal and every student is made to feel like a super star from the minute they walk in. I have never walked in without my daughter being acknowledged by anything less than a hello...usually it's a high five :) These people boost your child into wanting to be the best they can be. We even had my daughters birthday party here. Parents thanked me and said it was one of the best kid parties they have attended!!! When my daughter struggles they have no problem asking if we can stay a little bit for some one on one help. They truly care and really want your child to be the best they can be. At the same time they teach morals and how to treat others. I gave 5 stars because its the highest rating possible...wish I could give more! read more

We have 2 of our sons in Superstar karate. We have seen such an improvement in the confidence of our oldest son, since starting the basic class! Kwanjanim and Master Kifer really take the time to address each and every person! Our boys love going and we will and do recommend them to our friends. read more

I cannot say enough about all of the staff and instructors at Superstar Karate. My son is almost 12 years old. He attended a different school for 4 years and received a black belt in TKD. It was a long 4 years & he did not like going. After he received his 1st degree black belt, he vowed to never do martial arts again. Fast forward a couple of years, I knew he needed martial arts in his life for many reasons, but mainly for focus. I did a lot of research, and based on my correspondence with Superstar, we decided to try them out. It took a lot of persuading to get my son to even try one class. We had to assure him that if he didn't like it, he wouldn't have to go. What a breath of fresh air Superstar Karate was! We could immediately see the instructors teach with encouragement, where at his other school, they taught by punishment (taking belts away, sitting out etc). We were so pleasantly surprised when he agreed to to the 6 week trial and thrilled, and a bit shocked, when he decided to join (you had to have seen how he was on class days at the other school to truly understand why). One of the many things I love is that it's not just about forms, kicks and punches. Every class has a "mat chat" where wonderful life lessons are taught. This is the environment we wanted for him from the beginning. So thankful we found them! read more