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MMAGoal Academy – Taekwon-Do (ITF Style) & Kickboxing
4.9 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Arlington Heights, Illinois
Style / system: ITF (Traditional) — 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 →
Plan your first class
- Membership memberships run around $216.46/mo — many schools also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-student rates
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule mmagoal.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (224) 770-7333
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 4:30–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Not only does he have a deep love for martial arts, but he also truly enjoys teaching young kids how to defend themselves and build confidence for the future.”
Other martial arts here
“Wonderful place for my son to train boxing and kickboxing.”
What students say
“It has done amazing things for my son. It has increased my son confidence and endurance.”
“Not only does he have a deep love for martial arts, but he also truly enjoys teaching young kids how to defend themselves and build confidence for the future.”
From the reviews
MMA Goal is the best place for martial arts. Coach Ivan is one of the most professional trainers I’ve ever met. Not only does he have a deep love for martial arts, but he also truly enjoys teaching young kids how to defend themselves and build confidence for the future.
Wonderful place for my son to train boxing and kickboxing. Very attentive teachers, friendly and focused environment. My son enjoy his trainings there!
We LOVE MMAGoal Academy. It has done amazing things for my son. It has increased my son confidence and endurance. My kid is always excited to go to his class. We love Coach Ivan!
My child has been training here for several months, and the improvement is amazing! The instructors are wonderful with kids — they teach respect, focus, and self-control in a fun way. This academy builds not just strong athletes, but strong character too. We’re very happy to be part of this Taekwondo family!
Your first taekwondo class at MMAGoal Academy – Taekwon-Do (ITF Style) & Kickboxing
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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