Discipline, Fitness, & Tradition training to all ages and skills in a variety of programs
At South Elgin Budokan we offer Discipline, Fitness, & Tradition training to students of all ages and skills in a variety of martial arts and fitness programs. Our goal is to serve our students with the highest quality of instruction, professionalism and service. We take pride in knowing that we are positively helping our students experience a sense of accomplishment and to be confident and more honorable citizens in the community and their personal lives. Try one lesson for free.
Keywords: Martial Arts, MMA, Karate, Hapkido, Tai Chi, Bagua, Arthritis, Kung Fu, Judo, Jui Jitsu, Boxing, Fitness, Yoga, Weapons, Tae Kwon Do, Arnis, Escrima, Stick Fighting, Hsing-I, Chuan, Kick Boxing, Shotokan, Aikido, Self-Defense, Wrestling, Seniors, Adults, Kids, Youth, Family, Children, Teens, Women, Daytime, Free Lesson, Private Lessons, Japanese, Korean, Chinese,
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
South Elgin Budokan started in 2009 by our two co-founders, Thomas O'Shaughnessy and Joe Prignano. We moved to our current location in 2011 to be able to offer more classes and programs for our students.
What is your primary product or service?
Kids Martial Arts, Judo, Tai Chi and Boxing, are our main programs. We also offer Self-Defense, Adult Martial Arts, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Hapkido, Isshin Ryu Karate, Wing Chun, Fitness Training and Boot Camps,
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Our co-founders have been studying martial arts and boxing since they were young boys, each have had the love of martial arts for over 55 years.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We are a professional full-time dojo where traditional and modern training meet. We own our facility so are here to stay. Due to the diverse training of our staff with over 200+ years of certified experience our programs are unique from one to the other. We offer a variety of youth, adult and family martial arts and fitness programs.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We currently have one location.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We're south of Rt 20, located near the southeast corner of Rt 31 (La Fox St) and Sundown in South Elgin. A Metra bus stop is conveniently located near our school.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, check, MC, Visa, Discover, debit
Which areas do you service?
In addition to South Elgin, many students come from the nearby communities of Elgin, St Charles, Bartlett, Geneva, Gilberts, Pingree Grove,Dundee, Barrington, Hampshire, Hoffman Estates, Schaumberg, Hanover Park, Streamwood, West Chicago, Batavia, Plato Center, Carpentersville, Marengo, Huntley and other Fox Valley Communities.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
We have a full-time on sight business manager who wears many hats to help prospective and current students and staff get their best experience at the Budokan.
What are your hours of operation?
Mon & Fri 3p to 9p; Tue - Thu 9a - 9p; Sat 9a to 3p; Sun 9a to 12p.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Referring friends and family to try a class for free and then becoming a part of the Budokan family.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Train Hard - Fight Smart / Train Smart - Fight Hard ....Budokan Martial Arts logo
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