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Kingdom Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 121 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Naperville, 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
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule masterbaek.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (331) 213-7144
Hours
| Monday | 3–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 3–8 PM |
| Friday | 3–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter has been practicing martial arts with Master Baek since she was 5 years old, she is now 11 years old, and a second degree black belt.”
“My son started learning Taekwondo here at age 5.”
“She also in a demonstration team that give her an opportunity to cooperate with teammates from elementary, middle school, high school and college.”
“She also in a demonstration team that give her an opportunity to cooperate with teammates from elementary, middle school, high school and college.”
“They ensure kids only belt test when they are ready to do so and can “fail” and make corrections in class and before the actual test.”
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What students say
“I wen't to this gym and it was a cool atmosphere also the coach amir was 5 out of 5 stars I would recommend going if it's your first time in martial arts”
“The outstanding teachers Master Baek, Master Jackie and Master Alex and Jinah are the heart of Kingdom ❤️ Our Family highly recommends this school to any new students.”
“They are so great with kids and learning Taekwondo has been an incredible lesson in discipline, focus, confidence, strength, respect, and persistence.”
“The outstanding teachers Master Baek, Master Jackie and Master Alex and Jinah are the heart of Kingdom ❤️ Our Family highly recommends this school to any new students.”
“Master Baek and the program helps her to gain self confidence, stay more focus, be more discipline and also great encouragement for kids that work hard to get to next belt levels.”
From the reviews
Both of my boys (ages 11 and 7) have been going to Kingdom Martial Arts for many years. I can’t say enough nice things about this Do Jang. Seeing my boys develop and learn over the years has been a phenomenal experience. They are stronger both mentally and physically.
My daughter started her journey here at the age of 4 years old. She has loved this place all these years and is now 13. We cannot say enough about the level of kindness, love and attention these teachers show the students.
My daughter has been practicing martial arts with Master Baek since she was 5 years old, she is now 11 years old, and a second degree black belt. Master Baek and the program helps her to gain self confidence, stay more focus, be more discipline and also great encouragement for kids that work hard to get to next belt…
Since my daughter started at Kingdom Martial Arts she has improved her focus and confidence, also her listening at home is way better. At Kingdom they really teach kids how to behave better.
New to taekwondo? Start at Kingdom Martial Arts
Kingdom Martial Arts 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 Kingdom Martial Arts
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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