About Cottage Grove National Karate
Since 1973, the National Karate Academy has been dedicated to helping men, women and children discover the benefits of martial arts training.
Physical strength, flexibility and weight control are developed through high repetition natural body exercises.
Mental confidence is achieved from time-tested & effective self-defense skill.
NK training teaches respect, self-discipline and perseverance.
NK’s black belt professional instructors are highly trained and dedicated to help all students achieve their life goals.
For information about our free trial program for new students, please click here.
8457 East Point Douglas Road
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 769-0088
cottagegrove@nationkarate.com
Owner: Mr. Jim Albertson
Co-Directors: Mr. Dan McDonough & Mr. Dave Stelton
Instructors: Mr. Chris Kickhafer & Mr. Sam Forthun
Assistant Instructors: Mr. Vincent Sherman, Mr. Barry Maxwell, Ms. Dawn Levesque, Mr. Chris Meyer & Ms. Darien Maxwell
About Mr. Dan McDonough
With over 25 years training and teaching experience, Mr. McDonough currently holds the rank of 5th degree black belt. Mr. McDonough has a strong competition background, participating in two sponsored competition teams – Team United and Side Kick International. Several students of Mr. McDonough’s have reached top rankings including world champion titles.
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The word karate is a combination of two Japanese characters: kara, meaning empty, and te, meaning hand; thus, karate means "empty hand."
National Karate Schools offer preschool or kids’ beginner classes which get younger students moving; jumping rope, kicking a pad or the air, and learning how to focus and listen. By combining movement, listening skills, and focus karate is a great way to teach group skills to young children.
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-2 week trial is a one-time offer for new students only. Uniform purchase required.-