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MASTER CHO'S GLOBAL LEADERS TAEKWONDO(OSWEGO MARTIAL ARTS
4.9 ★★★★★ 111 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Oswego, 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule globalleaderstkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 630-551-4000
Hours
| Monday | 2–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 2–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 2–8 pm |
| Thursday | 2–9 pm |
| Friday | 3–7 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My kids love going to class and I would highly recommend this school to anyone looking to boost their children’s athleticism, discipline, and self-confidence.”
“With the impressive progress she has made after only a few months, we can’t wait to see what our Little Tiger can accomplish.”
“Our daughter loves going to class and especially the belt testings.”
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What students say
“Master Cho is a great teacher, leader, and mentor.”
“The positive environment at Master Cho's is so welcoming and supportive, encouraging every student to strive for excellence while also respecting each other.”
“Students learn to support one another, speak confidently, be proactive members of a community, and they even offer opportunities for community service.”
“The instructors are incredibly skilled, patient, and dedicated to teaching both the physical techniques and the core values of Taekwondo — discipline, respect, and perseverance.”
“My kids love going to class and I would highly recommend this school to anyone looking to boost their children’s athleticism, discipline, and self-confidence.”
“While we were hesitant at first, Master Cho and Master Park assured us they were willing to take on the challenges that come with a 3 year old boy.”
From the reviews
We started bringing our Granddaughter here about 1.5 years ago. We are so impressed by the way the Instructors have expectations for students to meet and that they also include teaching integrity, respect and honor. The new facility is amazing.
This place is a godsend. My son has been attending since he was four and his progress is nothing short of amazing. He's a very different child compared to when he first attended. He was timid and quick to get angry and breakdown. The instructors noticed right away and tailored their approach with him.
Master Cho's Global Leaders Taekwondo is not just about belts and techniques. The masters and instructors care about developing the whole child. Students learn to support one another, speak confidently, be proactive members of a community, and they even offer opportunities for community service.
We started taking our son (3yrs old) here a few months ago and it has been a wonderful experience! The staff is so great with the kids, the parents and kids are all very supportive as well. They have really created a great community.
New to taekwondo? Start at MASTER CHO'S GLOBAL LEADERS TAEKWONDO(OSWEGO MARTIAL ARTS
MASTER CHO'S GLOBAL LEADERS TAEKWONDO(OSWEGO 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 MASTER CHO'S GLOBAL LEADERS TAEKWONDO(OSWEGO 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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