Frequently Asked Questions
School Hours
Monday - Thursday 4:00pm – 9:00pm
Friday 4:00pm - 7:30pm
Saturday 9:00am – 2:00pm
* Please check with specific school for schedule and availability
Why Self-Defense?
You take the usual precautions: you avoid trouble, mind your own business, but sometimes you still feel insecure, picked on, vulnerable... Maybe it's time to take responsibility for your own personal safety. By checking out our web site, you have taken a positive action that may some day save your life. At National Karate, we specialize in teaching fast, effective self-defense skills for beginners of all ages. With NK training you can develop self-assurance, confidence and a level of self-discipline that you never thought possible.
Who Can Learn
Men and women up to 75 years old have benefitted from NK training. Classes start with a carefully designed physical conditioning program which gradually improves strength and flexibility.
There is special training for children as well: even children as young as four or five can benefit from the NK children's program.
*Participating NK schools only
How Do I Start?
New classes for beginners are offered several times each week. New students are grouped with others who are just beginning to learn. National Karate's class schedule is very flexible and will allow you to set your own pace.
You will be pleasantly surprised at how quickly NK training starts to improve your overall physical condition, flexibility, self-confidence and level of esteem.
What is the Cost?
NK programs are surprisingly affordable, especially compared to many other "lesson" activities. Beginners can choose special low cost entry programs to experience first hand the benefits of NK self-defense.
National Karate's Goals for Children
* The self-confidence and the ability to be a Leader, not a Follower
* Self esteem from earned success
* Self respect and respect for others through improved self-discipline
* Better school performance and better grades from improved concentration, listening, and learning skills
* Improved fitness and physical security taught in a fun, positive atmosphere
National Karate's Conditioning for Adults
* Improved flexibility through NK's yoga-based stretching
* Weight control through NK's cardio-kickboxing training
* Self-discipline through NK's traditional martial arts program
National Karate's Strategies for Self-Defense
* Learn to recognize potential danger
* Learn to avoid and eliminate threats
* Learn personal defense that works!
