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Woori Taekwondo & Hapkido Academy Homewood
5 ★★★★★ 107 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Homewood, 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
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 6–12) — 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 woorimartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (708) 365-6122
Hours
| Monday | 2–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 2–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 2–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 2–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 2–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My grandson transferred from another school and didn’t know what to expect but he took the change well because of the instructors.”
“Our son has been in Little Tigers and working up to his yellow belt.”
“I have noticed increased confidence and focus in my son, and he is motivated by learning the new skills and getting stripes on his belt.”
Other martial arts here
“This is an awesome place to learn both taekwondo and hapkido for both adults and children.”
What students say
“My son is new to the program and the instructors are very welcoming & thorough.”
“My son is new to the program and the instructors are very welcoming & thorough.”
“We’ve been here for almost a year already and my son has loved every step.”
“Master Kim, Master Keshawn, and the rest of the Homewood staff are really great and patient with the kids.”
“I have noticed increased confidence and focus in my son, and he is motivated by learning the new skills and getting stripes on his belt.”
From the reviews
Ever since I joined Woori it has been amazing. I love practicing taekwondo with all of the masters. Martial arts has definitely improved many aspects of my life. Everyone is very warm welcoming. I highly recommend Woori Taekwondo & Hapkido Academy in Homewood.
I really like this school. My grandson transferred from another school and didn’t know what to expect but he took the change well because of the instructors. They are patient and supportive. Just overall wonderful.
My daughter has been a student at woori taekwondo for a couple years already. We absolutely love this school. Everyone is caring and kind. We have noticed a a change in her personality. Her confidence has improved as well as her ability to concentrate and to listen more.
My son Noah is enrolled at Woori in Homewood, IL. He really enjoys his taekwondo class and hopes to join Hapkido when he's old enough. There is a notable difference in his confidence and discipline. All the instructors take the time to make sure the kids not only know what they are doing, but why they are doing it.
New to taekwondo? Start at Woori Taekwondo & Hapkido Academy Homewood
Woori Taekwondo & Hapkido Academy Homewood 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 Woori Taekwondo & Hapkido Academy Homewood
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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