About
W. Kim Taekwondo offers Taekwondo classes for kids, teens, adults, and families, including kids martial arts classes, teens Taekwondo classes, family Taekwondo classes, and adult martial arts classes. The program also offers 1-1 private lessons for curriculum practice, skill development, and sparring or self-defense drills, as well as birthday parties, summer camps, a low-impact class on Saturday mornings, and training that includes board breaking moves.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Schedule: Taekwondo classes are offered in multiple locations 6 days a week, with belt graduations every three months for lower level belts that are consistently attending and every six months for higher belts; students who consistently practice martial arts take approximately three to four years to reach the black belt level.
W. Kim Taekwondo has been operating in the Palatine area for over 45 years and has been established in the Chicagoland area for over 40 years. The mission of the program is to empower kids and parents to thrive together as a family, foster the development of good habits as the foundation for holistic growth, and cultivate high-quality individuals with a diverse range of skills while promoting physical and mental well-being. The program states that it is dedicated to creating a positive and enjoyable community that encourages quality time spent together and the overall happiness and success of every member.
The children’s martial arts programs are described as high-energy, positive, fun, and interactive, with an emphasis on character development, physical fitness, self-defense, anti-bullying skills, and seeking alternatives to conflict. The program states that its primary goal is building respect, discipline, confidence, focus, and self-esteem, with guidance and feedback that emphasize a positive mindset and always doing one’s best. Classes use a diverse range of high-energy drills with a structured class format and are led by masters and instructors who use supportive encouragement and positive correction. Programs are offered for all ages from 4 years old to adults and family members, and all levels and ages are welcome. The school uses a belt system with ten colored belts before black belt and regular belt graduations, and it describes martial arts as a lifelong practice that never gets boring even at the highest levels. Free trial classes are available for kids martial arts lessons and for kids, teens, family, and adult programs, and 1-1 private lessons, birthday parties, and summer camps are offered to both students and non-members.
Parents from Palatine, Schaumburg, Inverness, Rolling Meadows, Barrington, and other Chicago-area cities bring their kids to W. Kim Taekwondo classes. The school describes itself as a community of committed and positive martial arts instructors and students who are striving to improve the physical, mental, and social aspects of their lives, working together to help everyone achieve their respective goals and become the best they are capable of becoming. The school states that it focuses on building a community of leaders and complete self-improvement, from physical to mental to character development, with a community of adults and family members to train with. W. Kim Taekwondo has been recognized as a Top Taekwondo School.
Parent and student testimonials describe highly skilled and passionate instructors, a welcoming and motivating atmosphere, and classes that focus on both physical fitness and mastering techniques, with emphasis on discipline, respect, and self-confidence. One parent describes training alongside their daughter and son for five years from white belt to first degree black belt and notes that the school fosters community, respect, and leadership, and that classes continued during the pandemic. Another long-time student describes returning to a low-impact Saturday morning class designed primarily for older black belts wanting to start again. Other parents mention professional, creative, positive, and patient coaches, clear home rules, a clean environment, and children who look forward to each session. Testimonials also mention that students have become more resilient, mentally strong, and respectful, and that teachers are supportive while still challenging the students.
Last updated January 12, 2026.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Schedule: Taekwondo classes are offered in multiple locations 6 days a week, with belt graduations every three months for lower level belts that are consistently attending and every six months for higher belts; students who consistently practice martial arts take approximately three to four years to reach the black belt level.
W. Kim Taekwondo has been operating in the Palatine area for over 45 years and has been established in the Chicagoland area for over 40 years. The mission of the program is to empower kids and parents to thrive together as a family, foster the development of good habits as the foundation for holistic growth, and cultivate high-quality individuals with a diverse range of skills while promoting physical and mental well-being. The program states that it is dedicated to creating a positive and enjoyable community that encourages quality time spent together and the overall happiness and success of every member.
The children’s martial arts programs are described as high-energy, positive, fun, and interactive, with an emphasis on character development, physical fitness, self-defense, anti-bullying skills, and seeking alternatives to conflict. The program states that its primary goal is building respect, discipline, confidence, focus, and self-esteem, with guidance and feedback that emphasize a positive mindset and always doing one’s best. Classes use a diverse range of high-energy drills with a structured class format and are led by masters and instructors who use supportive encouragement and positive correction. Programs are offered for all ages from 4 years old to adults and family members, and all levels and ages are welcome. The school uses a belt system with ten colored belts before black belt and regular belt graduations, and it describes martial arts as a lifelong practice that never gets boring even at the highest levels. Free trial classes are available for kids martial arts lessons and for kids, teens, family, and adult programs, and 1-1 private lessons, birthday parties, and summer camps are offered to both students and non-members.
Parents from Palatine, Schaumburg, Inverness, Rolling Meadows, Barrington, and other Chicago-area cities bring their kids to W. Kim Taekwondo classes. The school describes itself as a community of committed and positive martial arts instructors and students who are striving to improve the physical, mental, and social aspects of their lives, working together to help everyone achieve their respective goals and become the best they are capable of becoming. The school states that it focuses on building a community of leaders and complete self-improvement, from physical to mental to character development, with a community of adults and family members to train with. W. Kim Taekwondo has been recognized as a Top Taekwondo School.
Parent and student testimonials describe highly skilled and passionate instructors, a welcoming and motivating atmosphere, and classes that focus on both physical fitness and mastering techniques, with emphasis on discipline, respect, and self-confidence. One parent describes training alongside their daughter and son for five years from white belt to first degree black belt and notes that the school fosters community, respect, and leadership, and that classes continued during the pandemic. Another long-time student describes returning to a low-impact Saturday morning class designed primarily for older black belts wanting to start again. Other parents mention professional, creative, positive, and patient coaches, clear home rules, a clean environment, and children who look forward to each session. Testimonials also mention that students have become more resilient, mentally strong, and respectful, and that teachers are supportive while still challenging the students.
Last updated January 12, 2026.
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