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Chang Brothers Taekwondo Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 60 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Hanover Park, Illinois
Affiliated school — reviews and the school's own info point to a recognized taekwondo organization or franchise (think ATA Martial Arts, Kukkiwon certification, World Taekwondo, or ITF). If credentials matter to you, ask which association the school belongs to and where the head instructor earned their black-belt (dan) rank and certification.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most schools welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
- Beginner-friendly all ages and levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule changbrostkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 4–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Master Chang is very caring for kids, I was really impressed with the way how he teaches kids to show respect to elders and how to behave at home.”
“Our main goal was to teach him self defense as well as discipline and self confidence.”
Other martial arts here
“Our main goal was to teach him self defense as well as discipline and self confidence.”
What students say
“The instructors are great role models and Master Chang is also a great role model, he is a genuine person and very positive, my kids love and respect him.”
“Parents of the school form a kind of community, making the habit of taking kids to the martial art school a great opportunity to make new friendships!”
“This is not a place you come for fun, this is where kids learn discipline, respect and good techniques.”
“We’ve learned a lot, gotten into great shape, and gained confidence to take on any challenge.”
“If you would like to see your child having confidence, respect, strength, courage, promptness, and discipline, then I would recommend you to join Chang Brothers Tae Kwon Do.”
“The school teaches students what it takes to compete and make achievements in local, national, as well as international tournaments/competitions (PanAm 2015, Chicago).”
From the reviews
We have been with Chang Brother's Taekwondo Academy for 3 years. I have 4 children involved and one more who will be as soon as he is of age. To have been blessed with a master who is sincere in the art that he teaches is rare these days. The concern for each one of his students is amazingly awesome.
I went here over 22 years ago as a kid and earned my 1st degree black belt. Unfortunately I moved out of state and had to quit. I'm in my 30's now and I still remember everything including the discipline. I will forever hear Master Chang's words in my head when I'm faced with any challenges.
We have been with Chang Brothers Taekwondo for a year. Initially, I wanted my son, now 5 year old, to learn martial arts. Then, I joined my son in this journey, and I am training with the adults’ class. I can say Chang Brothers Taekwondo is a great traditional-style martial art school.
My boys have been attending Chang Brothers Taekwando Academy since they have been 4 and 5 years old . This is the best investment in my kids future me and my wife made. They have learned how to respect others. The have learned how to discipline themselves. The confidence they have gained is absolutely amazing.
New to taekwondo? Start at Chang Brothers Taekwondo Academy
Chang Brothers Taekwondo Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. If you've never trained or set foot in a dojang, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build fundamentals (stances, blocks, kicks, and basic forms) for weeks, sparring eases in gradually and with gear on, and instructors keep it controlled and safe. Third, all ages and all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first taekwondo class at Chang Brothers Taekwondo Academy
Nervous about walking into a taekwondo school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, and kicks with a partner or on pads — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: loose athletic wear you can move in (or a dobok if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the floor. What to bring: water and a positive attitude — many schools lend a loaner dobok for a first class, so it's worth asking. As you keep training you'll get your own dobok and belt, and sparring gear (mouthguard, headgear, and guards) once you begin sparring. Sparring eases in gradually, once your fundamentals and forms are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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