Karate is a Japanese martial art with a rich, ancient history. The origin of the word “Karate” breaks down into “Kara,” meaning “empty,” and “te,” meaning hand. Joined together, “Empty hand” refers to the art [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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? 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 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 [...]
"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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
