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Shukri's Taekwondo

5 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Palos Heights, Illinois

Taekwondo school Free trial Kids & teens

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  • Phone (708) 731-1534

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 4:30–8:30 PM
Thursday Closed
Friday 4:30–8:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday 4:30–8:30 PM

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 Shukri's Taekwondo, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 12 mentions

“He has a remarkable ability to work with children and uses an effective teaching approach that enables them to learn in a short time.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 11 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 4 mentions

“Shukri is an amazing instructor — patient, professional, and truly cares about the kids.”

certified & recognized school 2 mentions

“It also gives me peace of mind knowing he is certified and highly knowledgeable in what he teaches.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 11 mentions

“He has a natural way with kids—they respect him, enjoy learning from him, and genuinely have fun in his classes.”

From the reviews

Great Taekwondo school! My daughter is learning a lot in short period of time. Mr shukri is doing great job helping her building her confidence and strength. Highly recommended!

★★★★★ — Younes, Apr 2026

We’ve had a wonderful experience with Shukri’s Taekwondo—definitely five stars. My Shukri is an incredible instructor. My daughter absolutely loves his class and looks forward to every session. He has a natural way with kids—they respect him, enjoy learning from him, and genuinely have fun in his classes.

★★★★★ — Rula, Apr 2026

We have had a very good experience with Shukri’s Taekwondo. My daughter really enjoys her classes and always looks forward to every session. She never wants to miss a class. Mr. Shukri is a great instructor and knows how to work with kids of different ages.

★★★★★ — Zineb, Apr 2026

Master Shukri is very patient, professional, and excellent with kids. He is creating a positive environment that builds confidence, discipline, and respect. Classes are well structured, engaging, and age-appropriate.

★★★★★ — Rami, Dec 2025

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Your first taekwondo class at Shukri's Taekwondo

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 Shukri's Taekwondo

11751 SW Hwy Ste B, Palos Heights, IL60463

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