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Joon Lee's Taekwondo & Martial Arts School

4.8 ★★★★★ 85 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Orland Park, Illinois

Taekwondo school Free trial Affiliated Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

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
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule joonleestaekwondo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 708-403-9090

Hours

Monday 4–8:10 pm
Tuesday 4–8:10 pm
Wednesday 4–8:10 pm
Thursday 4–8:10 pm
Friday 4–8:10 pm
Saturday 10 am–1:10 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and tournaments — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Taekwondo classes on the schedule at Joon Lee's Taekwondo & Martial Arts School, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 38 mentions

“From the moment we walked in, it was clear this is more than just a martial arts school—it’s a place where kids are truly supported and challenged to become their best selves.”

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🐲 Little Dragons 2 mentions

“My youngest has enjoyed the Little Dragon program.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“he has always wanted to do Martial Arts and never felt comfortable enough to do it at Master David has made him comfortable and really works one on one with him.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“I really appreciate the self defense skills they teach.”

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Other martial arts here

Taekwondo schools are often multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Joon Lee's Taekwondo & Martial Arts School — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“I really appreciate the self defense skills they teach.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the school's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want hapkido, karate, or judo alongside your taekwondo, confirm the current schedule with the school.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 85 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 6 mentions

“Master Jared is one of the most patient people I have ever interacted with; he sticks to the values of Tae Kwon Do while still keeping a fun environment for the kids.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“The very first day we saw an instant increase in her ability to listen and respect of people and property.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 13 mentions

“Grand Master Lee, Master Jered, and all the instructors are very nice and supportive of all their students!”

📘 strong forms & technique 3 mentions

“Instructor Nathen is amazing also he work hard and long to make sure everyone is doing proper techniques.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“My son had trouble focusing, was extremely shy, and having difficulty in many other areas.”

competition & tournament success 10 mentions

“In our last tournament, I was able to get 3 1st place medals thanks to their teachings!”

From the reviews

I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to you for the wonderful training and support you have provided to my 6-year-old daughter. Since joining your club, she has not only made great progress in her Taekwondo skills but has also grown in confidence, discipline, and focus.

★★★★★ — Sigita, May 2025

My 9 yr old son has attended Joon Lee Tae Kwon Do for the last year and a half. He's learned a great deal on the art as well as moral and social development. I hope he continues to love it, it's exciting to see him develop. I feel it's important to build character.

★★★★★ — Lisa, Jan 2018

EVERYTHING! I can not say enough good things about this place! To begin, the instructors (Sir’s) are truly one of a kind! Master Jared is extremely patient yet stern When needed in class. You will notice on the first day a difference in your child.

★★★★★ — Kelly, Oct 2020

My daughter loves Joon Lee's! The very first day we saw an instant increase in her ability to listen and respect of people and property. Master Jared excels at maintaining the students attention, involvement, and fun. I'm impressed that every level of student interacts with each other.

★★★★★ — Larry, Dec 2017

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New to taekwondo? Start at Joon Lee's Taekwondo & Martial Arts School

Joon Lee's Taekwondo & Martial Arts School 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first taekwondo class at Joon Lee's Taekwondo & Martial Arts School

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.

Taekwondo is a martial art and a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Joon Lee's Taekwondo & Martial Arts School

14355 LaGrange Rd, Orland Park, IL60462

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