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Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Elgin offers martial arts classes through a Pre-K 3–4 program, a Pre-K 5–6 program, and a Kids 7+ program. The program includes opportunities for multiple family members to train together and take part in events outside of regular class time, such as a summer BBQ and breakfast with Santa.
• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Schedule: Class options Monday–Thursday afternoons and evenings, plus Saturday morning classes
For over 50 years, Kyuki-Do Martial Arts has been training kids and working with families in the Elgin area, beginning as Kim’s Black Belt Academy, which was established in 1967. Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Elgin has been described as the leading martial arts academy in Elgin, IL since 1968. The owner, Jeff Kim, started martial arts at the age of 3 with his father, Grand Master Ok Hyung Kim, who is the founder of Kyuki-Do and the founder of Kim’s Black Belt Academy in Elgin.
The school states that it focuses on enriching the lives of each child, adult, and family that comes through its doors, and that its trainings focus on building confidence and discipline while teaching critical life skills. Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Elgin offers a “TRY A FREE CLASS” option and describes a three-step process to confident kids: try a free class, schedule an introductory lesson, and see if martial arts is the right fit for the family. The program serves families in the South Elgin 60177 area and the Elgin 60123, 60120, 60121, and 60124 areas.
Parents in testimonials report seeing growth in coordination, self-confidence, focus, discipline, and a sense of family connection through training at Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Elgin. Several families describe training together toward black belts, noting helpful and motivating instructors, a family atmosphere, and friendships with fellow students and their families. Specific parents mention improvements in their children’s focus at school, confidence, and willingness to participate, as well as enjoying events and communication from staff and instructors.
Last updated August 11, 2026.
• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Schedule: Class options Monday–Thursday afternoons and evenings, plus Saturday morning classes
For over 50 years, Kyuki-Do Martial Arts has been training kids and working with families in the Elgin area, beginning as Kim’s Black Belt Academy, which was established in 1967. Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Elgin has been described as the leading martial arts academy in Elgin, IL since 1968. The owner, Jeff Kim, started martial arts at the age of 3 with his father, Grand Master Ok Hyung Kim, who is the founder of Kyuki-Do and the founder of Kim’s Black Belt Academy in Elgin.
The school states that it focuses on enriching the lives of each child, adult, and family that comes through its doors, and that its trainings focus on building confidence and discipline while teaching critical life skills. Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Elgin offers a “TRY A FREE CLASS” option and describes a three-step process to confident kids: try a free class, schedule an introductory lesson, and see if martial arts is the right fit for the family. The program serves families in the South Elgin 60177 area and the Elgin 60123, 60120, 60121, and 60124 areas.
Parents in testimonials report seeing growth in coordination, self-confidence, focus, discipline, and a sense of family connection through training at Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Elgin. Several families describe training together toward black belts, noting helpful and motivating instructors, a family atmosphere, and friendships with fellow students and their families. Specific parents mention improvements in their children’s focus at school, confidence, and willingness to participate, as well as enjoying events and communication from staff and instructors.
Last updated August 11, 2026.
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