Master Nelson’s 40 Year Reflections
2023 is a big milestone for National Karate as we celebrate our 50th anniversary which was founded in 1973! And I walked into National Karate 10 years later so 2023 marks my 40th anniversary of [...]
What Is The Best Age To Start Karate?
Have you ever found yourself wondering what the best age to start karate is? Are youth martial arts the best option, or are there options for adults, as well? Though there is no definitive answer [...]
Youth Mental Health: How Karate Can Improve Wellbeing
At its core, karate is about finding a balance between mind, body, and spirit. This is reflected in the three main principles of karate: respect, discipline, and perseverance. Respect for oneself and others is essential [...]
What Is Karate? Learn More
What is karate? Karate is a form of martial art that originated in Okinawa, Japan. It was developed as a form of self-defense that uses punches, kicks, and strikes to defend oneself from an attacker. [...]
Karate Classes: How To Keep Your Child Safe
Karate for kids has become increasingly popular in the last several years. It’s not only a way for children to keep fit, but youth martial arts also helps to keep your loved ones safe. Karate [...]
10 Benefits of Youth Martial Arts
"Wax on, wax off," "jacket on, jacket off." In every The Karate Kid film, the main characters begin their training with discipline. Without discipline, all other areas of one's life will fail, from homework completion [...]
Self Defense: Krav Maga vs. Karate
There are several types of self-defense and martial arts you can learn. Like Krav Maga and Karate, they intersect but have different origins and overall end goals. Self-defense practices like the two we will discover [...]
Voted the BEST! 10 Years In a Row!
The votes have been counted and the results are in… and National Karate was honored to be voted the “Best Martial Arts Studio” in the Chicago Suburbs for the 10th year in a row! Thank [...]
BENEFITS OF NATIONAL KARATE TRAINING
MENTAL HEALTH Research shows that participating in a regular exercise routine like martial arts is one of the best ways to improve your mental health. It's not only a good way to relieve [...]
Bartlett National Karate Moves Into New Space!
Face Lift & Expansion I am very excited to tell you about a major upgrade we have done to the Bartlett National Karate School! This year the Bartlett location turned 22 years old and while [...]