Woori Taekwondo & Hapkido Academy Chicago

Woori Taekwondo & Hapkido Academy Chicago offers Little Tigers for ages 4-5, with 30-minute classes and a student-to-teacher ratio of 1:8. It also offers Kids Taekwondo Classes for ages 6-12 with belt-specific 40-minute sessions and a student-to-teacher ratio of 1:10, plus Teen & Adult Taekwondo and Hapkido training for ages 13-19, Family Class, and Hapkido classes that teach punches, kicks, throws, and joint locks.

Programs

• Little Tigers — 4-5 · Preschoolers and kindergartners; 30-minute classes; student-to-teacher ratio of 1:8.
• Kids Taekwondo Classes — 6-12 · Belt-specific kids Taekwondo classes; 40-minute sessions; student-to-teacher ratio of 1:10.
• Teen & Adult — 13-19 · Taekwondo and Hapkido training for teens and adults.
• Family Class — Family Taekwondo classes for training side by side with loved ones.
• Hapkido — Hapkido classes teaching self-defense using punches, kicks, throws, and joint locks.

At a glance

• Ages: 4–18 years old
• General schedule: Flexible schedule across 6 days a week; kids classes are belt-specific; 40-minute sessions.

About the provider

The academy says it has been operating since 2003. Senior Master Jinwon Jang leads the program. The listed credentials include a bachelor's degree in physical education from Keimyung University, a 5th Dan in Taekwondo publicly authorized by the Taekwondo Association Kukkiwon, an international referee class P-1, referee class B National by the US Taekwondo Union, instructor certification for Taekwondo (Life athletics) 3rd class, and a 3rd class qualification as a Taekwondo instructor by Kukkiwon.

Classes are taught in a step-by-step manner and at each student's pace. Special needs are handled case-by-case. A free trial class is offered. The academy says classes are safe and fun for students of all ages and physical abilities.

What families say

“I have 2 kids and been here since Dec. 2022. I recommend Woori Taekwondo& Hapkido Academy. Master Jang and Azariah are both highly skilled and are open and engaging. The academy fosters positive attitudes to their students, develop their self-esteem and believe their students capability. I call them family because once you join the program it is truly joining a family.” — Rebecca Corona

Last updated November 8, 2026.