National Karate
Our Story
National Karate was founded in 1974 by Grandmaster Jim Butin. Before starting his Oklahoma City Karate school, he was a world champion in bare-knuckle Karate. Mr. Butin has taught thousands of people in our community and has made a huge impact on the lives of many students.
In 2018, two of Mr. Butin’s own black belts, Phillip Rosier and David Steece, took over ownership. Phillip and David started taking Karate classes at National Karate at the age of 6 and they both received their Karate Black Belt at a young age. They have competed across the nation and won several national championships. Both started out helping teach Karate lessons as assistant instructors and 15 years later they continue the legacy. We consider ourselves a family here at National Karate, and we’d love to tell you more about our story.
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Features
We provide top-level instruction to the community we love.
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History
Founded in 1974, National Karate has been a part of the OKC community for over 47 years. -
Facility
National Karate is newly renovated! Trust and Gain Confidence in the best surroundings. -
Community
Join our Karate family at National Karate in Oklahoma City! Discover how you and your family can grow through martial arts training. -
Pricing
National Karate offers flexible membership plans to fit your needs.
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Kinder Karate
From ages 3-5, our kids Karate lessons teach basic techniques through different drills. We focus on balance, coordination, and listening.
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6-12 Year Old Beginner Class
In our beginner class, kids will learn kicks, punches, and different self-defense techniques in addition to life lessons about respect, discipline, focus, and perseverance
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Teen Karate
Karate class training consists of boxing and kickboxing drills with Karate technique instruction.
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Adult Martial Arts
Students will advance through the Karate program and will gain knowledge in multiple martial arts systems. We train everyday and implement self-defense martial arts for real-life situations and get a great workout with striking combinations.
Testimonials
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We absolutely love National Karate!! They are very kind and dedicated to what they do! They teach with patience and attention to each student!
Aleise Cowsert
Member
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We love National Karate. It has become my son’s very favorite extracurricular activity.
Alison Lowe Estus
Parent
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It is by far the best combination out there of staying affordable, willing to work with parents, and committed to providing good classes with an encouraging attitude.
Angela Drumb Dunlevy
Family
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Before starting karate here our granddaughter was shy and quite an introvert. They have really brought her out of her shell.
Dana Oliver
Grandparent
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I have been so impressed with this place. The workers are very kind and encouraging to my kids.
Debi Davis
Parent
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We have been a part of the National Karate family for 3 years now and couldn't be happier! When I say family, I really mean that.
Erik Catalfu
Parent and Member
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We love National Karate—David is an excellent instructor and endlessly patient with my two kids. They’re learning so much!
Nicole Andrews
Parent
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Watching [my son] inspired me to take the adult classes and I love it!
Tracey Hickey
Parent and Member