Teen and Adult Karate · 13 and up Train with purpose.
Traditional karate on a Tae Kwon Do base, real self-defense and real conditioning. Come for the workout, stay for the discipline, and compete only if you want to.
The North Side Karate System
Six styles. One system.
Grand Master D.E. Chambers formed the North Side Karate System in 1994 as a mixed style. Tae Kwon Do is the base, and five more styles each bring something specific to the mat.
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The base
Tae Kwon Do
The basic program, the forms and the kicks.
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Throws
Judo
The basis for the throws and takedowns.
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Sparring
Free Style Karate
Shapes the kumite and the sport karate side of training.
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Stances and strikes
Shotokan
Deep stances, hard linear strikes and close quarter fighting techniques.
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Close range
Wing Chun
Close fighting with quick, short, circular hand movements.
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The highest levels
Jeet Kune Do
Its philosophy and training spirit add the practical application of every technique.
What you'll train
Self-defense you can use.
Teen and adult classes build the same foundation the system is known for, then go further. Alongside traditional karate, NSK offers dedicated classes for teens and adults:
- Kickboxing fundamentals. Striking basics, built for teens and adults.
- Submission grappling. Drawing on wrestling, judo and jiu-jitsu.
- Advanced striking. Elements of boxing, Muay Thai, full contact karate and kickboxing, for those who want to compete in the ring or the cage.
- Taekwondo. The kicks and forms at the root of the North Side Karate System.
NSK also holds women-only self-defense seminars through the year. Ask about the next one when we call.
Grown-ups start at white belt too
From the people on the mat.
Join forces with your family or come on your own. Here is what adult students say about training at NSK.
I recently joined this karate dojo and have been thoroughly impressed with the quality of instruction. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and create a positive learning environment. The dojo emphasizes both physical fitness and mental discipline, making it an excellent place for personal growth.
Most powerful and inspiring school of the arts of martial arts … Very professional and top notch in leadership and staff
Northside Karate is THE place to learn self defense and traditional tae kwon do. This is where you can enhance confidence, learn life saving techniques, and be disciplined.
Its a Great environment to Iron Out Weaknesses, and Grow Strong!
Competition is optional
The A.O.K. circuit, if you want it.
NSK is an A.O.K. school. The Amateur Organization of Karate is the oldest open sport karate tournament sanctioning organization in Texas, and the NSK Competition Team travels the circuit.
Competing is a choice, never a requirement. Train for self-defense, for fitness, for the hour of focus, or go for a state title. The work on the mat is the same.
“Practice makes permanent, only improvement leads to perfection.”Grand Master D.E. Chambers
Your first class
Your first class.
Leave your name and number. Someone from NSK will call to set up a trial class and talk through which classes fit what you are after.
- No experience needed. Everyone starts at white belt.
- Self-defense, fitness, or competition: tell us your goal.
- Come see the dojo and meet the instructors first.
Rather talk now? (832) 969-5584