Karate

Martial Arts - Shotokan Karate

All classes are taught by instructors of the Illinois Shotokan Karate Club under the direction of John DiPasquale (6th Degree Black Belt), Four-time National Champion and former U.S. team member. Pick out the best class for your child below. To participate in the Continuer class you must have taken one or more prior sessions.

Pre-Karate: Through a variety of fun and creative activities, young children will develop coordination, strength and personal safety skills in a well-supervised setting. This program will give your child the lead she/he needs in developing memory and agility skills necessary to be successful in school and other sports.

Youth Karate: Karate skills release tension brought on by school and peers. The confidence gained through Karate helps foster a strong, positive self-image. The mental aspect involved in Karate builds self-confidence, control and discipline. Karate can improve your child’s sports, school and social activities.

Parent/Child Karate: This program is an excellent opportunity to share quality time with your child while developing muscle tone, coordination, cardiovascular fitness and Karate skills regardless of age, weight, or physical condition. Karate can put your family on the right track to a physical well-being. The fee for this class is per person.