Want to be the next Karate Kid? You can with The Kid's Karate Club Program. This progressive martial arts program teaches the basics in karate, self-defense, sparring and safety. This high energy program is specifically designed for children ages 4 through 14. Parents may participate with their children at no additional cost as part of our Parent Helper Program. Family involvement and respect are key elements, and children are encouraged and motivated to do their best in all aspects of their lives. Karate uniforms are required and are available from the instructor. There are many karate programs, but only one Kid's Karate Club –Be sure to ask for it by name – The Kid's Karate Club & Safety Program. For more information, check out www.kidskarate.com. (8 weeks plus testing)

Fee: $48 resident/$53 nonresident

Beginner is for WHITE, YELLOW & ORANGE BELTS.
Intermediate is for GREEN, BLUE, PURPLE & BROWN BELTS.

Tae Kwon Do, one of the newest Olympic sports, is a 2,000-year-old martial art, offering a variety of benefits for people of all ages and physical abilities. Classes are taught under the direction of Grand Master Ki Hong Kim. A $45 Uniform fee is required at the first class. All colored belt students are required to have complete sparring gears. NO CLASS 5/28.
Location: Sports Hub, 250 Civic Center Plaza, Glendale Heights.

Olympic Little Dragons (Ages 4-5)
In this class children learn how to warm up, cool down, and have fun while learning the fundamentals of Olympic Tae Kwon Do. This class focuses on developing balance, coordination, and respect for the discipline of martial arts training.

Early Olympic Tae Kwon Do (Ages 6-7)
This program has been designed to develop the kid's coordination, listening skill, and self-confidence through creative activities. Olympic Tae Kwon Do techniques such as kicking, blocks and punches are taught in a controlled environment.

Parent/Child Olympic Tae Kwon Do (Ages 7 & Up with Parent)
This class is an excellent opportunity to share quality time with your child while improving physical and mental conditioning through cardiovascular drills, calisthenics, and Olympic Taekwondo techniques including punching, kicking, and blocking.

Youth Olympic Tae Kwon Do (Ages 8-13)
This program includes a balanced cardiovascular workout, including punching, kicking, and blocking skills, based on the Olympic Taekwondo style. Participants will improve coordination, power of concentration, balance, and both physical and mental discipline.

Adult Olympic Tae Kwon Do (High School & Older)
Restricted to high school students and older, this program concentrates on Olympic Tae Kwon Do techniques through the study of sparring and the skills of punching, kicking, and blocking. This is a great program for those looking to maintain and improve their physical fitness.