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JC-TEAM-Cardenas Taekwondo Academy USA. Grand Master Jesus Cardenas
4.7 ★★★★★ 55 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Chicago, 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
- 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 cardenastkdusa.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4:15–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:15–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:15–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4:15–8 PM |
| Friday | 4:15–8 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“To achieve good taekwondo technique, you need to understand what it truly means to be disciplined and responsible, and it was here, at this school, that my daughter understood .”
“If you're seeking a school that promotes self-defense and discipline while fostering a welcoming, family-like atmosphere, look no further.”
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“If you're seeking a school that promotes self-defense and discipline while fostering a welcoming, family-like atmosphere, look no further.”
What students say
“If you're seeking a school that promotes self-defense and discipline while fostering a welcoming, family-like atmosphere, look no further.”
“Instructor Pedro Cardenas is an exceptional instructor who not only cares deeply for his students but also makes everyone feel like family.”
“To achieve good taekwondo technique, you need to understand what it truly means to be disciplined and responsible, and it was here, at this school, that my daughter understood .”
“The best school in Chicago my child loves it here”
“Master Jesus Cardenas 2808 N Laramie Ave 5 estrellas porque en esta escuela, la disciplina y la responsabilidad son fundamentales.”
“He is an amazing teacher and he provides great discipline inside of the dojan and for outside life to his students.”
From the reviews
I had a great time working out with master Cardenas and everyone was very nice. He is an amazing teacher and he provides great discipline inside of the dojan and for outside life to his students. He really want his students to be strong for the world physically and mentally.
Cardenas taekwondo academy is a phenomenal school! My son absolutely loves it. Master Jesus Cardenas and his wife are very genuine and authentic! They push their students over the top and try to get the best out of them every time. I love how they implement discipline into their teaching.
I went to this school for over 10 years and it changed my life in many ways, all for the better. Anyone who stocks around long enough will see and understand that. Master Pedro Cardenas, his wife, son and every one who works will always and forever teach and help you from there HEARTS!
Master Jesus Cardenas 2808 N Laramie Ave 5 estrellas porque en esta escuela, la disciplina y la responsabilidad son fundamentales. Para lograr una buena técnica de taekwondo, es necesario comprender lo que realmente significa ser disciplinado y responsable, y fue aquí, en esta escuela, donde mi hija lo comprendió.
New to taekwondo? Start at JC-TEAM-Cardenas Taekwondo Academy USA. Grand Master Jesus Cardenas
JC-TEAM-Cardenas Taekwondo Academy USA. Grand Master Jesus Cardenas comes up as a beginner-friendly school, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 JC-TEAM-Cardenas Taekwondo Academy USA. Grand Master Jesus Cardenas
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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