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Ultimate Kicks Taekwondo
5 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Chicago, Illinois
Plan your first class
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 4) — 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 ultimatekickstaekwondo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (773) 562-4646
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–6:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We appreciate that Sir, as we all call him, requires real commitment from the children, but in return, he gives them his decades of experience and knowledge.”
“I really enjoy the classes and find them to be a great value for improving my physical fitness, self-defense, and mental strength!”
Other martial arts here
“We are so grateful for Christian’s karate instructor and the entire class.”
“I really enjoy the classes and find them to be a great value for improving my physical fitness, self-defense, and mental strength!”
What students say
“The instructor demonstrates great professionalism, patience, and dedication to each student’s progress.”
“As a parent of three children on the spectrum, finding a structured yet supportive environment for them has always been a priority.”
“Throughout the years I have learned so much about using proper form when it comes to lifting weights and proper exercising techniques.”
“My son loves coming here, not just for the skills he's learned but for the confidence he's gained.”
“Having a black belt in TKD myself, I immediately recognized the benefits of Sir Michael Sanchez’s teaching philosophy and style.”
“His self-control, self discipline, and self advocacy has increased tremendously after attending less than one month of sessions with Mr.”
From the reviews
My 10 yr old son has been studying Tae Kwan Do (TKD) at Ultimate Kicks for approx 4 years. Having a black belt in TKD myself, I immediately recognized the benefits of Sir Michael Sanchez’s teaching philosophy and style. He is highly attentive to each student, emphasizing technique and discipline.
I first joined Ultimate Kicks Tae Know Do in 2006 for Mr. Sanchez’s fitness/ kickboxing class. Here is where my love for fitness started. Not only is Mr. Sanchez a great Tae Know Do coach, but he’s also a dedicated fitness instructor.
We started our son in Ultimate Kicks Taekwondo when he was just 5 years old, and we’ve seen him blossom during his time in training. Listening skills, athleticism, discipline, communication, cooperation — he’s improved immensely in all thanks to Mr. Sanchez’s guidance.
My son has been attending Mr Sanchez class for almost 3 years. Not only has he learned discipline but also confidence in himself. The school is clean and well maintained. Mr Sanchez is always including all children to participate and gives support to all no matter the skill level. Overall.
New to taekwondo? Start at Ultimate Kicks Taekwondo
Ultimate Kicks Taekwondo 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 Ultimate Kicks 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.
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