Instructors

Our Grandmaster

Our Grandmaster

Martial Arts Legacy & Achievements

9th Degree Black Belt

Our Grandmaster began his martial arts journey at eight and holds a 9th-degree black belt in Taekwondo, officially certified by Kukkiwon. He is one of only eight Americans of non-Korean ancestry to achieve this rank and also holds 9th-degree black belts in Tang Soo Do, Hap Ki Do, and Taekwondo Moo Duk Kwan. As a 1st Class Kukkiwon Grandmaster, Examiner, and International Referee, he has been inducted into multiple Hall of Fames, including the Official Taekwondo Hall of Fame. With decades of experience, he has trained military, law enforcement, and security personnel and coached National and U.S. Team Trials champions. We are proud to have a team of 15+ Black Belt Assistant Instructors, dedicated to martial arts excellence.

Key Achievements
9th Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo (Kukkiwon Certified)
One of Only Eight Non-Korean Americans at This Rank
9th Degree Black Belts in Tang Soo Do, Hap Ki Do & Taekwondo Moo Duk Kwan
1st Class Kukkiwon Grandmaster, Examiner & International Referee
Official Taekwondo Hall of Fame Inductee
Trained Military, Law Enforcement & Security Personnel
Coached National and U.S. Team Trials Champions
Leads a Team of 15+ Black Belt Assistant Instructors
Our Senior Master

Our Senior Master

A Lifetime of Martial Arts Excellence

7th Degree Black Belt

Our Senior Master is a 7th-degree black belt and Internationally Certified Master Instructor of Taekwondo, Hapkido and Tangsoodo. Like most children in South Korea, began learning martial arts during elementary school. She also trained extensively in Kickboxing and was a National High School Sparring Champion. A veteran of the Republic of Korea Women’s Army Special Forces, she also trained and taught Teukgong Musul, a specialized combatives system, designed exclusively for the South Korean military. She has been teaching in the USA since 2020.

Key Achievements
7th Degree Black Belt
Internationally Certified Master Instructor — Taekwondo, Hapkido & Tangsoodo
National High School Sparring Champion (South Korea)
Republic of Korea Women’s Army Special Forces Veteran
Trained & Taught Teukgong Musul
Teaching in the USA Since 2020

Our World Class Instructors

Black Belt instructors of Martial Arts USA of IL

Why Learn From Our Instructors

Expert Instruction

Experienced Black Belt instructors teaching to the standards of the Kukkiwon, the World Taekwondo Headquarters

Personalized Attention

Individual guidance tailored to your skill level and goals

Proven Track Record

Success stories from thousands of students across all ages

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our programs, training, and membership

We offer classes for all ages, from young children to adults. Our programs are tailored to different skill levels and goals.

No prior experience is required! We welcome beginners as well as experienced martial artists looking to refine their skills.

Comfortable athletic wear is fine for your first class. If you decide to continue, we'll guide you on getting a uniform and gear.

We recommend attending at least two classes per week for steady improvement, but you can train more frequently based on your goals.

We go beyond physical training to focus on building strong character. Our program is rooted in the values of loyalty, discipline, and perseverance helping students grow into confident, respectful individuals both on and off the mat. We teach not just technique, but the mindset and spirit of true martial artists.