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Chay's Tae Kwon Do
5 ★★★★★ 139 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Racine, Wisconsin
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule chaystkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (262) 633-7090
Hours
| Monday | 1–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 1–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 1–8 PM |
| Thursday | 1–8 PM |
| Friday | 1–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter has been taking Tae Kwon Do lessons at Chay's Tae Kwon Do School in Racine for the last five years, and the benefits that she has received there have been immeasurable.”
“Now our household has participants in classes from Little Ninja all the way through adult classes.”
“I, myself decided to try out the self defense class Krav Maga that is offered after seeing the beginning of those classes while my son was ending his classes.”
Other martial arts here
“I, myself decided to try out the self defense class Krav Maga that is offered after seeing the beginning of those classes while my son was ending his classes.”
What students say
“Many of the other students are extremely welcoming and are genuinely happy to drill with you even as a newcomer.”
“They addressed each of our goals upon joining, and it is evident within our practice in the community that they remain supportive of them.”
“I’ve always wanted to learn techniques on how to defend myself and learn martial arts, I’m glad that Chays made this possible for me.”
“My children are more confident, more thoughtful, more resilient, and better equipped to navigate challenges both on and off the mat.”
“Master Chay and the rest of the crew he has beside him have made this the best experience for my family and many others.”
“In addition, she has gained a great deal of self-confidence and focus that she has been able to apply to many areas of her life.”
From the reviews
So I started Tae Kwon Do at Chay's when I was 6. The main fundamentals they teach are discipline and respect. Everything I learned from Chay's-has helped me in one way or another. When I was 19, life he steered me in another direction and I had left.
Our child has been a student at Chay's since he was 6, as a little ninja. He loves TKD. We saw our son grow in discipline, respect, and focus within months at home and in school as he began training at Chay's.
As a parent, I've been incredibly impressed to find a place where my children can grow their whole selves, not just their martial arts skills. Through Chay's Tae Kwon Do, I've watched the tenets of Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, and Indomitable Spirit come to life in both of my children.
We approached Chay’s seeking opportunities for our children to grow in confidence and discipline. I appreciated the structure and challenge that I observed so much so that I stepped out of the element of anything I have done before and joined taekwondo myself.
New to taekwondo? Start at Chay's Tae Kwon Do
Chay's Tae Kwon Do 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 Chay's Tae Kwon Do
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 when you call. 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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