Near Sleepy Hollow, Illinois
Traditional TaeKwonDo Near Sleepy Hollow, Illinois
A welcoming school that helps new students feel at home.
For Sleepy Hollow families, the right martial arts school should feel welcoming on day one and dependable every week after. Blackhawk TaeKwonDo offers age-specific classes, personal instruction from two experienced Masters, and a nearby Carpentersville location where students can build confidence without getting lost in the crowd.
One full week. No pressure. No automatic enrollment.
40+ Years of Experience
Veteran Owned
One Carpentersville Location
A nearby school with steady leadership
A comfortable beginning matters
Walking into a martial arts school for the first time can feel like a big step—especially for a quiet child, a beginner who has never trained, or an adult returning to exercise. We make that first step clear and manageable.
Classes at Blackhawk are personally taught by Grandmaster Anthony Iannone and Master Cristina Iannone. Students see the same experienced leaders setting expectations, correcting technique and encouraging progress. We do not hand regular classes to teen instructors or rotate beginners among junior teachers.
Blackhawk is physically located at 2333 Randall Road in Carpentersville, not in Sleepy Hollow. This page is for nearby Sleepy Hollow families deciding whether our school, teaching style and weekly routine are the right fit.
From first arrival to a steady routine
What your trial week is designed to answer
A free trial should do more than introduce a few kicks. It should help your family understand how the school operates and whether the student feels supported.
Before class
We help you choose the age-appropriate program and explain what to wear, what to bring and what to expect.
First arrival
The student is welcomed into the room. When practical, a child may be paired with a student mentor so the first class feels less unfamiliar.
During the week
You see how our Masters teach, how expectations are communicated and how the student responds to structure and encouragement.
After the trial
You decide whether Blackhawk fits your goals and routine. There is no automatic enrollment and no pressure to make a rushed decision.
Try Blackhawk TaeKwonDo
Schedule your free trial week
Monday is the preferred starting day because it gives a new student the clearest introduction to the training week. If Monday is not practical, send the request anyway and we will help you find the best available start.
For children’s trials, a parent or guardian stays onsite. Our separate parent lounge gives adults room to relax and talk without interrupting the class.
First-class checklist
- Wear a T-shirt and comfortable athletic pants.
- Do not wear shorts, tank tops, yoga pants or leggings.
- Bring water for the student.
- Plan for a parent or guardian to remain onsite for a child’s trial.
Prefer to speak with us? Call or text (224) 241-7708.
Consistency students can feel
The same standards, taught by the same Masters
Experienced instruction
7th Dan Grandmaster Anthony Iannone brings more than 40 years of experience. He and 4th Dan Master Cristina Iannone personally guide every class, correction and stage of student development.
Age-specific communication
Preschoolers, school-age students, teens and adults need different explanations and expectations. Each program is structured for its stage of development.
Progress with purpose
Students work on technique, focus, self-control, resilience and respectful behavior. Rank is earned through steady practice—not rushed for convenience.
Room to train and room to observe
A facility built around the class experience
Blackhawk provides more than 5,500 square feet of fully matted training space. Students have room to move, practice and learn without being compressed into a small floor.
A separate 2,000-square-foot parent lounge lets parents remain onsite, relax and connect with other families without creating distractions on the training floor. That separation supports both student focus and parent comfort.
Both Masters are U.S. Army veterans, and the school reflects the values of preparation, responsibility and consistent leadership.
A Confident Next Step After the School Day
Traditional TaeKwonDo for Sleepy Hollow Students
Blackhawk gives Sleepy Hollow students a familiar, welcoming routine that becomes more challenging as they grow. The first goal is helping each student participate comfortably. The longer goal is developing technique, responsibility and confidence through consistent practice.
Early Childhood
Families from Sleepy Hollow KinderCare and Dundee Township Park District Preschool can explore a Little Hawks class that uses short directions, repetition and achievable movement goals.
Elementary and Middle School
Students from Sleepy Hollow Elementary and Dundee Middle can build focus, self control and resilient effort with the same Masters setting expectations every class.
High School Years
Students continuing to Dundee Crown, Hampshire or Jacobs High can pursue meaningful rank goals, practical self defense and a disciplined training routine.
Blackhawk TaeKwonDo is an independent martial arts school and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the schools, park district or childcare programs named above. School assignments vary by address. All classes are held at our Carpentersville school.
A program for each stage
Where should your student begin?
Preschool TaeKwonDo
Short, purposeful instruction for young beginners learning how to listen, follow directions and participate with growing independence.
Kids & Teens
Structured training that gives growing students clear expectations, physical challenges and a dependable place to build confidence.
Adult Martial Arts
Traditional TaeKwonDo for adults who want practical fitness, technical growth, stress relief and a skill they can continue developing.
Real Blackhawk experiences
Feedback from families who train with us
See recent Google reviews from students and parents who have experienced Blackhawk TaeKwonDo’s instruction, atmosphere and family-centered school culture.
Sleepy Hollow family questions
Questions before your first class
Is Blackhawk TaeKwonDo located in Sleepy Hollow?
No. Blackhawk has one physical school at 2333 Randall Road in Carpentersville. We welcome families from Sleepy Hollow and other nearby communities, but we clearly identify our actual location.
How do you help a child who feels nervous about starting?
We explain the first visit, welcome the student into an age-appropriate class and, when practical, pair a new child with a student mentor. The same Masters remain responsible for the class, so the student is not passed between unfamiliar instructors.
Who teaches the classes?
Classes are personally taught by 7th Dan Grandmaster Anthony Iannone and 4th Dan Master Cristina Iannone. Regular instruction is not handed to teen instructors or rotating junior staff.
Does a parent need to stay during a child’s trial?
Yes. A parent or guardian stays onsite during a child’s trial. The separate parent lounge offers a comfortable place to remain without disturbing the class.
What should a student wear and bring?
Wear a T-shirt and comfortable athletic pants. Please do not wear shorts, tank tops, yoga pants or leggings. Bring water. We will explain anything else needed before the first class.
What if we are unsure the weekly routine will work?
That is one reason we offer a full trial week. It gives your family time to evaluate the instruction, the trip to our Carpentersville school and how training fits into the rest of the week before making an enrollment decision.
An After School Activity for Sleepy Hollow Students.
Blackhawk TaeKwonDo welcomes Sleepy Hollow families connected with Sleepy Hollow Elementary School, Dundee Middle School and Dundee Crown High School, along with children from nearby daycare, preschool and early learning programs.
Families can use the one week trial to see whether the trip to our Carpentersville school and the class routine fit naturally after the school day.
School and childcare names are provided only to describe the local communities we serve. Blackhawk TaeKwonDo is not affiliated with or endorsed by these organizations.
A clear first step
Let your family experience the school before deciding
Meet the Masters, see the training space and watch how the student responds to a full week of consistent instruction.
One full week. No pressure. No automatic enrollment.