Great Lakes Global Taekwon-Do school was founded by Carol Van Zile, who also serves as the chief instructor. Our address is:

Great Lakes Global Taekwon-Do
5429 Schultz Drive, Sylvania, OH 43560
Phone: 419.882.9934
Email: Carol@greatlakestaekwon-Do.com 

When you visit Great Lakes Global Taekwon-Do, you see men, women, boys, and girls, all training together. Entire families can train together, or individuals can train with others of their own age or rank. People have discovered that Taekwon-Do is a fun way to get in shape with family and friends.

Who are we?

Great Lakes Global (GLG) Taekwon-Do teaches the Korean martial art of Taekwon-Do.   GLG is a member of the United States International Taekwon-Do Federation  (USITF) under the direction of Master Robert Wheatley.  We are affiliated with and sanctioned by the International Taekwon-Do Federation under President Choi, Jung Hwa. 

                                                              

Taekwon-Do helps students develop self confidence, manage behavior, and improve their lives by taking pride in each of their accomplishments. Great Lakes Global Taekwon-Do is dedicated to teaching others how to protect themselves in today's world.

What we offer?

  • Classes grouped by rank , beginner, color belt, & advanced classes
  • Special children's only class ages 5-10
  • Classes that allow family to train together; family discounts offered
  • Women's Self Defense Seminars
  • Demonstrations for groups
  • Parties available for birthdays, etc
  • Kids' fun nights & summer camp
  • Opportunities to test your skills at optional local, national, and international competitions
  • Special seminars
  • Tai Chi for Health (starting this Sept.)

Children's Class

We have classes for children 5 to 10 years old. These are 45 minutes long, and are designed for young students who want to learn but don't have the attention span for the longer more detail oriented classes.  It is also for children who just want to be with other children. Class days are Mondays and Wednesdays 5:15-6:00 pm.  All ranks in this age group may take the class.

Gold Club/weapons Classes

The 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month we have a weapons class for members on the unlimited training agreement "Gold Club."    These are taught by John Van Zile and cover a variety of subjects that deal with weapons.  For example: how to disarm someone with a knife or gun, how to use a variety of weapons, ranging from swords and spears to axes and staves.  Mr. Van Zile is very knowledgeable in these areas, and it is an excellent addition to your TKD training.  Take advantage of this opportunity.  Non-black belt club members who want to take one of these classes/seminars cost is $15.00 each.

Tai Chi for Arthritis-Health

New this September Nancy Deye, a certified TCA instructor with over 5 years experience in the study of Sun and Yang style Tai Chi will be teaching a Tai Chi for Arthritis class.  This program was created By Dr. Paul Lam and a team of Tai Chi masters and medical experts.  Arthritis Foundations in many countries including the USA, England, and Australia have endorsed this program.