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Below you will find reviews and testimonials from current and former True Balance Karate students and their parents in Downers Grove, IL.
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Maggie Aquino
Incredible instructors with a really structured program. i love that they integrate concepts to help kids learn to be respectful and independent.
Apollonia Ponticiello
Our daughter has now been going to TBK for almost a year and loves it! She’s progressed to Level 1 since starting. And it’s all to the credit of the studio and the Masters, other instructors (shout out to Ms Lola) and staff. Besides the obvious karate instruction the character growth, respect and personal development taught and learned has been impressive. In addition to karate classes there is always something FUN like drop off summer Fridays and parent date night. Overall we’re very happy and we would highly recommend TBK!
Zinnia Elavia
True Balance Karate is such a great place for families to work on mind, body, and spirit. It is amazing that I can do Karate alongside my children. Master Helsdon and Master H have truly created a wonderful community here at TBK. All students are kind and welcoming. Give it a try - you won’t regret it!
Jomarie Rivera
Both of my kids started taking classes at TBK a few months ago and they love it! All the teachers are patient, seem to love teaching kids, and overall do a great job of making class fun. My kids are still pretty young (5 and 6) and I love how the school focuses on increasing their self-esteem while encouraging discipline and good habits. We’re excited to see how they progress as they continue with the school’s program!
Kim Bywater
My children have been at TBK for 3 years. It is an outstanding place where the owners truly care about the students. My son can sometimes (a lot of the times) struggle with focus but he is never treated badly for it. During the pandemic TBK has gone above and beyond to continue to offer classes on Zoom. My kids are not only learning martial arts but becoming better human beings by being part of the TBK family.
Chirag Darji
My son enjoys karate so much that whenever he hears dance music, he breaks out his favorite karate moves, and it’s amazing to see. The way the team at TBK has instilled confidence and power into my son has been very encouraging to watch, as he has decided to enter the leadership program and work towards the first degree black belt. It will be a long road ahead, but in the 18 months we’ve been here, the growth has been tremendous, and can’t wait to see what he does next.
Jon Lau
I brought our family here for a number of reasons, learning karate, building self-confidence and discipline. My kids are all on the shy side and I can see changes already. I also love that TBK is very family oriented. I would highly recommend!
Katelyn Pantke
We love TBK and what is has done for our son. The instructors are passionate, patient and committed. They make karate not only fun, but inspiring. I love how they incorporate lessons of discipline, self motivation, kindness, responsibility and leadership into everything the kids learn.
Nathan Macht
I have recommended them to family, friends and will continue to do so. My son has improved in his discipline, self confidence and his help around our house. This is an amazing organization that is a community asset.
Elijah Zimmerly
I practice tang soon do here - this is the best community I've ever been a part of. Not only does karate help build by martial arts skills, self defense skills, and confidence, but everybody here is awesome. They make me a better person
Lou Stastny
“Nice place very friendly and they take great patience with their students.”
Stacey Patterson
My son has grown so much during his time at TBK. It is not only a wonderful karate studio, but it is a strong community that supports each of the students and helps them to thrive as emerging leaders in the world.