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Tiger Koo's Martial Arts Academy
5 ★★★★★ 132 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Algonquin, Illinois
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 (ages 4–12) — 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 tigerkoosma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (847) 658-0099
Hours
| Monday | 1–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 1–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 1–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 1–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 1–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Just starting the trial class and first class, my son was treated like he’s been part of it just as long as everyone else in the class.”
“Master Koo, Master Maya and all the other wonderful instructors have so much patience for the Little Tigers group and it makes all the difference.”
“My daughter learns skills she can use while at the academy and in the real world.”
Other martial arts here
“I was looking for karate classes that attending to championship .”
What students say
“Master Koo and Master Maya are incredibly patient and kind instructors.”
“Just starting the trial class and first class, my son was treated like he’s been part of it just as long as everyone else in the class.”
“My son's passion for taekwondo had been reignited, and we are thrilled to be part of the Tiger Koo family.”
“Tiger Koo's is also a good place for your child to learn discipline!”
“Master Koo, Master Maya, and the entire team, are not only highly skilled but also patient and truly dedicated to shaping each student—both in martial arts and in life.”
“My 6 year old is truly enjoying going to classes every week and I’ve seen his confidence and discipline skyrocket since he’s began.”
From the reviews
We love coming here! The instructors are professionals and easy to work with. My kids definitely showed improvement in taking responsibility and being more mindful of their environment and behavior. Taekwondo has helped my kids not only physically but also boost their self-esteem.
My children began Tiger Koo's this week! After years at another martial arts school, my family is extremely impressed. The care, discipline, environment and organization are unmatched. We are so excited for this journey for both of our children!
My child has been attending Tiger Koo’s for a few months and she loves it! Master Lee and the instructors are very kind, and welcoming. They are also very talented at taekwondo and you can tell they really want to see every student succeed!
Master koo has a great program. It's clear to see the priority is on having fun while placing importance on discipline. I appreciate that master koo incorporates developing the whole person
New to taekwondo? Start at Tiger Koo's Martial Arts Academy
Tiger Koo's Martial Arts Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. 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 Tiger Koo's Martial Arts Academy
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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