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W. Kim Tae Kwon Do - Mount Prospect
5 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Des Plaines, 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 — 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 martialartsmountprospect.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 847-452-7055
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:30–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4:30 am–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 4:30–6:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“He's also amazing with kids, and has always spoken to my daughter as a person, not just a kid, respecting the kids while earning it at the same time.”
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What students say
“Great Tae Kwon Do school, great staff, and great instruction.”
“Everyone is so sweet and supportive that this place has become a second family.”
“We’ve seen improvements not only in technique, but also in discipline and self-confidence.”
“He's also amazing with kids, and has always spoken to my daughter as a person, not just a kid, respecting the kids while earning it at the same time.”
“Master Netzel is incredibly kind, professional, and truly cares about each student’s growth—both in skill and confidence.”
“The facility is clean, modern, and offers great Wi-Fi for parents or guests.”
From the reviews
Great Tae Kwon Do school, great staff, and great instruction. This is a school worth checking out. And, great for families.
Great place to learn Tae Kwon Do! Well kept, well run. They really care about their students.
I can’t say enough great things about the Taekwando program at W.Kim Tae Kwon Do - Mount Prospect! The program is truly excellent, providing comprehensive and well-Structured curriculum that caters to all ages and skill levels.
We couldn’t be happier with the W. Kim Tae Kwon Do program. Master Netzel is incredibly kind, professional, and truly cares about each student’s growth—both in skill and confidence. Our son absolutely loves attending classes and looks forward to every session.
New to taekwondo? Start at W. Kim Tae Kwon Do - Mount Prospect
W. Kim Tae Kwon Do - Mount Prospect 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 W. Kim Tae Kwon Do - Mount Prospect
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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