In the splendid, corn-covered state of Illinois, where skyscrapers mix with towering oaks and rivers flow with a lazy elegance, a league of extraordinary kids has made its mark. The Karate Kids of Illinois, they're known as! This isn't just any group of cotton-candy munching, video-game-playing youngsters. No siree! These are the Karate Kids - a force to be reckoned with! Now, picture this: a round, squishy, tomato-like character named Master Ketchup. He's an eccentric, exuberant, and somewhat clumsy martial arts master who's obsessed with his beloved tomato garden. He's constantly battling the mischievous squirrels attempting to feast on his red, juicy treasures. This quirky master has a knack for creating the most hilarious, flying, spinning karate moves you've ever seen. He serves as their coach, instructor, and most importantly, comic relief. The Karate Kids aren't just about high kicks, punches, and spins. They’re also great at the art of giggling – whether it's at Master Ketchup's silly tomato-themed moves, like the ‘Ripe Tomato Roundhouse’ or his uproarious attempts to protect his garden. Together they learn about discipline, respect, and bravery in an atmosphere filled with laughter, ketchup splatters and an occasional squirrel chase. Just imagine, each day, these karate-kicking kids pour in from all over the state - from the bustling, pizza-scented streets of Chicago to the quaint, tranquil towns along the Mississippi River. They're the prairie ninjas, the land of Lincoln's defenders, and above all, the admirers of the wacky, tomato-loving Master Ketchup. So, prepare yourself, Illinois, for the dawn of the Karate Kids era!

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best karate programs in Plainfield, IL

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Swift Nature Camp is the perfect place for your child to spend their summer! Our overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6-15 is located in beautiful Wisconsin. We offer a unique blend of traditional summer camp activities and environmental education to help kids increase their appreciation for nature, science, and the environment. We’ve got it all – fun, friendships, adventure trips, and nature! Spend your summer with us – you’ll never forget it!

Minong, WI 54859
4.5(4 reviews)
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Full Life Karate for Kids is the perfect way for parents to help their children grow into confident leaders. ATA Martial Arts has been providing its members with a comprehensive road map to success since 1969. By teaching self-defense, confidence, and goal-setting skills, ATA Martial Arts has set kids up for a successful future. Not only is Full Life Karate for Kids a great way to raise confident leaders, but it also helps adults reach their true potential. Through ATA Martial Arts’s programs, adults have the tools they need to achieve their goals. With self-defense, confidence, and goal-setting skills, adults can reach their full potential. ATA Martial Arts has been helping its members reach their goals since 1969. Full Life Karate for Kids is the perfect way for parents to prepare their children to become confident leaders and for adults to reach their true potential. With self-defense, confidence, and goal-setting skills, ATA Martial Arts can help individuals of all ages reach their goals.

Plainfield, IL 60585
5(10 reviews)
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At Victory MMA Gyms, we make it easy for everyone to learn martial arts skills – no matter their age, gender, or experience level. We know that honing these skills takes diligence, discipline, and determination, so we provide our students with the guidance and support they need to build greater confidence, focus, and achievement. At Victory MMA Gyms, we strive to make martial arts accessible to everyone. With our comprehensive approach to instruction, our students develop not only physical skills, but also the important traits of diligence, discipline, and determination. This helps to build confidence, focus, and ultimately, success in all areas of life.

Plainfield, IL 60544
5(3 reviews)
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KH Kim Taekwondo - Plainfield Academy in Northbrook is the perfect place to enroll your child for martial arts training. Our school puts a strong emphasis on physical fitness, along with developing strong character traits such as self-esteem, resilience, focus, and respect. Our goal is to create a group of young people who are well-rounded and prepared to face the challenges of our global society. We provide an environment that encourages students to work together to build their physical strength and stamina, improve their focus and concentration, and gain self-discipline and self-defense skills. With our program, your child will gain a sense of self-confidence and a feeling of accomplishment that will stay with them for years to come.

Plainfield, IL 60544
5(5 reviews)
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At Chikara Martial Arts Academy, we understand that martial arts is more than just a physical pursuit. We are devoted to helping our students grow and develop on all levels – spiritually, mentally, physically and socially. Our program is designed to provide a robust and comprehensive martial arts experience, cultivating the physical skills of our students as well as their understanding of the practice’s deeper philosophical and cultural roots. We’re looking for dedicated students who are willing to commit to the path of the enlightened warrior. This journey isn’t a shortcut to a black belt – it’s a way of life that requires patience, dedication and a willingness to open oneself to the full martial arts experience. At Chikara Martial Arts Academy, we’re committed to helping our students reach their full potential – and we’re looking for those who are ready to take the journey. Join us as we seek to understand ourselves on all levels, and discover the power of martial arts as a way of life.

Plainfield, IL 60544
4.9(3 reviews)
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At BMT Joliet, parents can trust their children are getting the best care and training in kickboxing. With Duane “BANG” Ludwig’s BANG Muay Thai banner, BMT Joliet is an official affiliate and offers one of the most comprehensive kickboxing programs in the midwest. Parents can be assured that their children are receiving the best quality training available. BMT Joliet prides itself on its kickboxing program, offering the highest caliber of instruction and training for children. As an official affiliate of Duane “BANG” Ludwig’s BANG Muay Thai banner, BMT Joliet is dedicated to providing children with the resources they need to become successful kickboxers. Parents can trust that their children are getting a top-notch kickboxing education right here in the midwest. At BMT Joliet, parents can rest easy knowing their children are receiving the best kickboxing instruction available. With Duane “BANG” Ludwig’s BANG Muay Thai banner, BMT Joliet offers one of the strongest kickboxing programs in the midwest. Through comprehensive training and instruction, children can learn the skills needed to become successful kickboxers. Parents can trust that their children are getting the best kickboxing education right here in the midwest.

Plainfield, IL 60586
4.4(3 reviews)