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World Champion TKD
4.8 ★★★★★ 95 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Plainfield, 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 — 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
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule taekwondoplainfield.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 815-439-0623
Hours
| Monday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 12–7 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“You can count on Master Kim, Master Jong, Master Johnson and the rest of the team go above and beyond for your kid.”
“My son Andrew started as a “little tiger” at 5 years old.”
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What students say
“Master Kim Really cares about his students, brings in great instructors and guest instructors to include former gold medalists.”
“Master Kim made him feel comfortable on the very first day and he has loved it ever since.”
“This is a really good idea combining taekwando practice with home behavior, responsibilities and respect family members!”
“Master Kim and his staff have been absolutely amazing with the children and ensure that they are not only learning proper technique, but that they are having fun!”
“We thought coming here would be a great way to burn up some of his energy and provide him some structure, discipline and focus.”
“My four children and I love it!! It helps them gain confidence they didn't have before.”
From the reviews
My son loves going to World Champion TKD. He's been going for a little over a year and his confidence and focus has greatly improved. Master Kim cares about his students and itreats my son like fanily. He is very personable and wonderful with the kids. Master Jung is amazing too (and their helpers).
Master Kim always great with the kids. My kids love going each week and we find this very beneficial for them. They are getting good exercise as well as meeting new friends. Not to mention they have fun learning new moves and becoming more for themselves.
As someone who has quite a bit of experience with martial arts schools, I have to say this one is great. My son loves it! They have multiple instructors walking through each class to make sure everyone is catching on and not falling behind.
My daughter loves World Champion Tae Kwon Do! Master Kim and Master G (and all of the other instructors) are great with the kids! They motivate them with positive and constructive feedback and truly care about them on a personal level.
New to taekwondo? Start at World Champion TKD
World Champion TKD 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 World Champion TKD
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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