Huntsville School of Karate (HSOK) has been offering Traditional Shotokan Karate to Huntsville/Walker County and surrounding residents since 1990. Originally founded by Shihan Scott Messina (7th Dan), HSOK is proud to offer structured Karate programs for Adults, Teens, Youth, and even Pre-Karate classes for the youngsters (Tiny Tigers).
Whether you've thought about taking up Karate, want to learn Self-Defense, or just simply looking for a new avenue for fitness/training all supported by structure and discipline, Huntsville School of Karate is right for you! Master Nathan Winkelmann and our team of highly trained instructors would be happy to give you a tour of the dojo (facility) and answer any questions you may have.
Whether you've thought about taking up Karate, want to learn Self-Defense, or just simply looking for a new avenue for fitness/training all supported by structure and discipline, Huntsville School of Karate is right for you! Master Nathan Winkelmann and our team of highly trained instructors would be happy to give you a tour of the dojo (facility) and answer any questions you may have.
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Having started shotokan karate at hsok in 1990 (at 8 years of age); mr. Winkelmann received his master rank (5th degree black belt) in August of 2015. As the owner and chief instructor of HSOK, Master Winkelmann can often be found overseeing the dojo's classes and creating new courses for our ninja warrior program.
Tiny tigers: OUr Tiny Tigers class teaches Respect, discipline, listening skills, all while exercising, having fun, learning karate! Light sparring, kata, and basics are practiced. Koi-hi: Our Koi-hi class teaches Leadership skills, discipline, while allowing students to practice a more traditional form of shotokan karate.
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Jeremiah Walker
Feb 16, 2020
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Jar Crocker
Jun 26, 2019
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Alivia Ronsonette
Apr 23, 2019
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Travis Colley
Sep 12, 2018
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The instructors are all awesome. Very welcoming for beginners or black belts and and anywhere in between. Focus is on self defense and they have exercise classes as well. My daughter is really enjoying the kids class also. They will let you come in and watch a class or just participate in the first class for free.
Christy
Aug 03, 2018
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Huntsville School of Karate is an amazing place. The positive atmosphere is so captivating, like my kids, once you enter you’ll not want to leave. You will not find a better dojo to discover how Martial Arts, specifically Shotokan, can immensely add to your mental and physical strengths. After a short time of watching my kids participate in the magic that is Huntsville School of Karate, I found myself compelled to join them in the journey. It’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.
Jed Snyder
Jun 19, 2018
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Adrienne Bailey
Jun 18, 2018
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Adrienne Lynn Bailey
Mar 21, 2018
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Bishop Arlandus Chimney
Nov 02, 2017
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Huntsville School of Karate is an awesome establishment with great people leading the way. It's been a milestone in the community and has changed the lives of thousands of people. Founder and Hall of Famer Master Scott Messina is a sure force in the martial arts community with a down lineage too numerous to count of Martial Art Masters, School… Owners, Teachers, Blackbelts, & Students; all changing the lives of our communities all over the nation. Master Jerry Numez and Master Nathan Winkleman have picked up and carried the torch, as they continue the teaching, developing, and cultivating
Sharon Hardy Berger
Mar 28, 2017
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Chelsea Baker
Jan 02, 2017
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Huntsville School of Karate is a family. For the past 16 years I've had the pleasure of training, and now teaching at this incredible school. It has taught me valuable life lessons; respect, discipline, and confidence in myself. I would recommend this school and it's programs to any person who wants to try Karate!
Jess Ginn
Jun 01, 2016
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