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National Karate - Academy of Martial Arts

Crystal

Martial Arts & Karate Classes in Crystal, MN

Confidence, Fitness & Life Skills for Kids, Teens and Adults

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About Crystal National Karate

Crystal NK has been located in the Crystal Shopping Mall for the better part of the past 30+ years. It has held several different store fronts over the years, but has remained in it’s current location for almost 10 years. We have serviced and trained students from Crystal and the surrounding suburbs, namely Robbinsdale, Brooklyn Park/Center, New Hope, North Minneapolis, Plymouth, and Maple Grove.

The school has a total of 2300 square feet, which include the lobby, office, large classroom, small classroom, 2 bathrooms which double as changing areas and a utility/storage room. The school is ADA compliant with regard to door width and wheelchair accessibility; parking is abundant and free with many handicapped spaces available. We are also able to accommodate students with special learning needs and can adapt to some, not all, physical impairments. Unfortunately, we are limited in some areas. Assessments of a student’s ability to participate and staff’s ability to accommodate will be made during the 2 week trail period.

Once a student enrolls, they will able to attend 3 x 30 minute beginner classes per week. Class length and frequency will increase as belt rank increases. Adult students (13 years+) are also able to attend kickboxing classes as well. Class sizes vary depending on the age of the student. No gear is needed for beginners other than their complete uniform. Additional gear will be needed at the rank of green belt. Promotions generally happen for beginners every 2to 3 months depending on their program, progress and attendance. Students that do not attend regular classes will generally be promoted at a slower rate than their classmates. Proficiency in the skills and techniques must also be demonstrated with regard to promotion.

Meet our Leadership Team & Instructors

Ms. Dee Everett  is a 6th-degree black belt and Director/Head Instructor at National Karate’s Crystal location, as well as an 8-time World Champion in point sparring and empty-hand forms. She has led the Crystal studio since 2012, but her journey there began in June 2001 as a student. Over the past 24 years, she has grown within the program as a student, parent, assistant instructor, and now director bringing a deep, firsthand understanding of the National Karate experience to every class she teaches.

I love teaching students of all ages and ranks, and I place a strong emphasis on mastering the fundamentals. I hold my students accountable to their training and believe in a true partnership. My role is to teach with clarity, creativity, and intention, while ensuring each student understands not just how to perform techniques, but why they matter. In return, students are expected to show up consistently, ask questions, seek help when needed, and practice outside of class.

I also help students understand that karate is about more than kicking and punching, it is a path to personal growth. We focus on developing important life skills such as respect, responsibility, focus, integrity, self-discipline, and accountability. Martial arts training builds physical, mental, and emotional strength, and my goal is to help each student grow into a better version of themselves each day, ultimately becoming a positive influence in their communities and beyond.

What People Are Saying About Us

Amber Dirkman

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

We love all of the instructors here! Two of our kids have been taking Karate here and each attend class 3 days a week. We love how hard they make our kids work. Well worth our time and money.

Joe Dancho

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

we only started about 3 months ago, and the program and the instructors are so awesome! The parents there are really great and supportive and it’s a great group of kids as well.

Book a 2-Week Trial

Includes required training uniform