Kennedy's Martial Arts Academy

Quick updated on Grandmaster Marie. We spent about 12 hours at the hospital today. The surgery is finished and behind us. Unfortunately, the journey ahead will not get easier for either of us. But I am happy to say that we cleared the first big hurdle. Thank you to everyone for your prayers, support and love during this difficult time.

Peace and Love,
Grandmaster Kennedy

CONGRATULATIONS to our May 2026 Student of the Month!

Giselle Valencia

Congratulations to our students and their new ranks!
May 2026 Rank Promotions

Junior Red Belt
- Summer Heline
- Dymytrii Perehinets
- Brian Steel

Brown Belt
- Batool Rafiq
- Narjis Rafiq
- Aaminah Rafiq

Blue Belt
- Luke Reehoff
- Robert Pislaru

Green Belt
- Alexander Perehinets

Junior Green Belt
- Mia Doni
- Damir Doni

Junior Orange Belt
- Musa Yousaf

Junior Yellow Belt
- Mihail Bodean
- Dennis Taipovic

Hi Taekwondo Families.
This is Sara, Lily Grocke's mom.
As we all know Maam is having surgery for breast cancer this Tuesday. Maam, Sir, and Erin have done so much for our families and I was looking for a way to help support them during this difficult time. As someone who has personally cared for a loved one with cancer it can be very overwhelming and exhausting in many ways. When it comes to caring for someone going through cancer treatment it really does take a village, or in our case a taekwondo community. Even the smallest things are the biggest help.
I have put together a web page in which you can sign up to help the family. Options include homemade meals, having dinner delivered, or having groceries delivered. I have included some ideas for meals on the web page, however please don't feel limited to this, Ma'am has told me she is not picky with food. If you have any questions or additional ideas please contact me, or you can reach out to Master Patrick through the school email.

Master Marie isn't afraid of cancer. Cancer is afraid of Master Marie Kennedy! As we all know Master Marie Kennedy has been diagnoses with breast cancer. She will be having surgery June 2nd to remove her cancer. Following her surgery she will have several weeks of healing followed by chemotherapy. While we know that cancer has picked the wrong person to mess with, The Kennedy....

Dave and Buster's fundraiser! Thank you for everyone's support. Please continue to get power cards until June 20th to support our team. 50% of the proceeds will help the team with their quest for gold at the AAU Nationals in Florida. Valid at all Dave and Buster's locations nationwide.
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Dave and Buster's fundraiser! Thank you for supporting our team. Please continue to show your support until June 20th. Available at all locations nationwide.
Click on the link and get your power cards. 50% off the proceeds go to the KMAA competition team.
https://www.groupraise.com/offer-campaigns/78772-team-usa-illinois-group-dave-busters-fundraising-campaigns/5TD6KH

Please support our team achieve their goals! Fundraising event is now until June 20th. Purchase valid at all locations!

US Open ITF Taekwondo Championships 2026
The official qualifying event for the ITF World Championships. Congratulations to our athletes Sara, Lily and Advaith! And congratulations to Dylan from Warriors Martial Arts Academy. They did an amazing job!

Sara 🥈🥈
Lily 🥇🥇
Advaith 🥇🥈🥉
Dylan 🥇🥇

Hey there! Team USA - Illinois Group is pumped to launch our Dave & Buster’s Power Card Fundraising Campaign! When you purchase a Dave & Buster’s Power Card from our fundraising page, 50% of your order directly supports Team USA - Illinois Group! 🎯🎉 Whether it’s classic arcade thrills, action-packed racing, or multiplayer challenge, enjoy endless gaming fun at any Dave & Buster’s location nationwide when you purchase your Power Card at the link below. Don’t forget to share it with friends and family to join in the fun: https://www.groupraise.com/offer-campaigns/78772-team-usa-illinois-group-dave-busters-fundraising-campaigns/5TD6KH