Oak Park Martial Arts | River Forest Karate, Self Defense, Tae Kwon Do
We are the Original Home for True Martial Arts in Oak Park, IL, building a legacy of martial arts and self defense excellence since 1994 (starting our 29th year!). Led by Sr. GrandMaster Yu, a 9th-Dan, licensed 1st Class Certified, internationally recognized Sr. GrandMaster, we proudly uphold the ancient, over thousands of years Martial Arts Teachings, including Tae Kwon Do, Aikido and Hapkido, Kudo, Gumdo, and Judo. We educate and create future leaders with a well-rounded awareness and knowledge of societal challenges, guiding them to distinguish their Way.
Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts believes that the purpose of the Martial Arts Dojhang is to promote discipline and the Way which includes the Way of Life, Justice, Peace, and Prosperity. The Martial Arts Dojhang is NOT a playground nor is it a birthday party venue, it is a sacred space for human development and fostering a disciplined purpose, good health, strength, and community through practice.
We believe the Martial Artist is “The One who follows and creates the Way using his/her own mind, body, and spirit.” Our teachers and instructors have a mission: they are responsible to develop each student’s highest quality of life. Our purpose is to “help the student discover the foundation of their life and build their interior kingdom.” This is true Martial Art.
Events
Martial Arts Promotion Ceremony – December 2023
Let's gather to celebrate! Present your essay and receive your promotion! You have done the work, and it's time for a NEW START and FRESH ENERGY! We are reverting back…
Winter Holiday Break
Happy Holidays! Wishing our entire martial arts family peace, happiness and every success through the year-end and in our Brand New Year 2024! May every good wish come true for…
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Martial Arts Essay Question – December 2023
Congratulations to everyone who stepped up to TEST for their promotion - we are proud…
Annual Fundraiser for BEYOND HUNGER
"Trick-or-Treat to End Hunger" launches on October 31st through November 30th, as part of our…
Why Martial Arts is Called “Martial Arts”
The martial arts is a popular discipline, with around six million Americans having practiced it…
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