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"NEW LOCATION"

We are saddened to report that our location at 816 W. Rollins Rd. will be closing on October 30th, 2008 due to the economy. We will however, still be instructing.

For more information please call:
Phone: (847) 414-9698

Thank You
Grand Master Roberts

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Taekwondo is a physical expression of the human will for survival and an activity to fulfill the spiritual desires of people. Basically, all the actions in Taekwondo are developed from the human instinct for self-defense, reinforced with positive elements as needs arise, to ultimately reach the absolute state, able to overcome the ego, and arrive at the moment of perfection, giving the sport a philosophical dimension.

Taekwondo, known as the oldest self-defense Martial Art in the world is recorded in the Kogooryo Dynasty, founded in 37 B.C. in the northern part of the Korean Peninsula. This 2000 plus year old Martial Art has been uniquely developed in Korea. Taekwondo is not merely a Martial Art for self-defense against an assailant, but it is also a physical exercise to develop strength and agility, while maintaining physical and mental health.

What cannot be over-emphasized in Taekwondo is that it is a philosophy with values (Tenets), which are courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and indomitable spirit, rather than just simple techniques and skills. In the course of training, one will be taught to maintain composure, sacrifice, modesty and generosity based upon self-confidence. You will be self-confident that the mental and moral aspects of Taekwondo will contribute in your role in society.

Taekwondo transforms one's character into a strong spirit so that one can develop leadership to guide and lead in every walk of life. Leadership and a strong fighting spirit provide confidence in every way, therefore patience and modesty are created.

Therefore Taekwondo is a basis upon which a person is refined and shaped into becoming a righteous and patriotic person. One will then overcome him/her self with the spirit of self-sacrifice, gaining in the end an outstanding character and leadership in society.