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W. Kim Tae Kwon Do
4.8 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Lake Zurich, Illinois
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
- 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 — 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 wkimtaekwondolakezurich.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (847) 540-7727
Hours
| Monday | 1–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 1–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 1–8 PM |
| Thursday | 1–8 PM |
| Friday | 2–7 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“These guys are so great with the kids, plus it's a great way for us parents to stay active and limber!”
“True to the spirit of this school, my son persevered, and eventually earned his Purple Belt in a Belt Promotion that put his skills and training to the test.”
What students say
“I know that for me, and for what is plainly viewable as a true, vibrant community amongst the students and teachers, what I saw on that wall was worth pursuing.”
“Excellent place for your kids to learn great habits, respect your family, learn a lot of TKW.”
“Excellent place for your kids to learn great habits, respect your family, learn a lot of TKW.”
From the reviews
It is a great honor to train under the guidance and patience (and occasional good-natured laughter) of Grandmaster Tae, the Masters and Assistant Masters at W Kim Tae Kwon Do in Lake Zurich, the Black Belts with whom we train, and my fellow students.
Our whole family does Taekwondo at W Kim Lake Zurich and we love it. The instructors are top-notch and our kids adore them. They are positive and encourage the children to develop integrity and character, along with martial arts skills. They train their students to be leaders and are oh-so-patient with the kids.
Our 3rd generation COLECIO’s. My father and siblings still attend this school. Started at the age of 5 and now I’m 35 years old! Thank you to the family/staff of W.Kim for always give there time/skills.
This place is the best. They are so good with kids! I'm very impressed with how my kid has grown and developed in confidence and discipline. Fantastic and caring teachers that know each child by name and encourage them. Our son says he's in it till black belt and beyond.
New to taekwondo? Start at W. Kim Tae Kwon Do
W. Kim Tae Kwon Do 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 W. Kim Tae Kwon Do
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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