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MJ's Taekwondo Academy - Naperville
5 ★★★★★ 52 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Naperville, Illinois
Style / system: Olympic / World Taekwondo · Kukkiwon-certified — based on the school's own site and student reviews. Taekwondo systems (Olympic/World Taekwondo, ITF, and ATA/Songahm) differ in forms, sparring rules, and tournaments; if lineage matters to you, confirm it with the school. ATA vs WT vs ITF, explained →
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 (ages 5–7) — 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 mjtkdacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 630-717-1313
Hours
| Monday | 4–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 4–5:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Parks Martial Arts Academy is an awesome place for young children, teenagers, and yes, even full on adults to come and better themselves physically, mentally, and spiritually.”
“Senior Grand Master Park has an extensive background in Martial Arts with over 50 years training in TaeKwonDo to HapKiDo (Self-defense), KumDo and a few others.”
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“Senior Grand Master Park has an extensive background in Martial Arts with over 50 years training in TaeKwonDo to HapKiDo (Self-defense), KumDo and a few others.”
“Senior Grand Master Park has an extensive background in Martial Arts with over 50 years training in TaeKwonDo to HapKiDo (Self-defense), KumDo and a few others.”
What students say
“Wonderful studio with great instructors for all ages, our 6 year old has been going for over a year and has built so much confidence and self esteem!”
“Not only has Senior GM Park been a crucial role model for my son; his daughter, Head Master Jenni has been and continues to be my son's mentor, family, teacher and so much more.”
“Whether you’re looking for high-quality martial arts training, character development for your child, or a great way to stay active, MJ Taekwondo is the perfect place.”
“My son's confidence, endurance, and manners have grown so much since attending classes at PMAA.”
“She absolutely loved it and wanted to do more so when Master Jenni approached my family that they actually had a school outside of the park district we wanted to check it out.”
“I have a 10-yr old son with ADHD, and since enrolling him in Parks, his focus is much better, his grades have improved and he has a much more respectful, positive attitude.”
From the reviews
My family and I have had nothing but the best experiences at Park's Martial Arts Academy! There is a strong sense of community, trust, and discipline. My son and cousins look forward to attending class as much as possible. PMAA is very welcoming to all kids/adults and creates such a positive environment.
I signed my daughter Cynthia up for Tae Kwondo through the park district. She absolutely loved it and wanted to do more so when Master Jenni approached my family that they actually had a school outside of the park district we wanted to check it out. We met Grand Master Parks. He was so friendly.
Parks Martial Arts Academy is an awesome place for young children, teenagers, and yes, even full on adults to come and better themselves physically, mentally, and spiritually.
All the teachers and staff at Parks are AMAZING! They go above and beyond to help my kids grow and develop. I have a 10-yr old son with ADHD, and since enrolling him in Parks, his focus is much better, his grades have improved and he has a much more respectful, positive attitude.
New to taekwondo? Start at MJ's Taekwondo Academy - Naperville
MJ's Taekwondo Academy - Naperville 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 MJ's Taekwondo Academy - Naperville
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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