Martial Arts
Register at Niles Park District for karate classes. Children and adults universally enjoy learning the art of karate. Classes are taught by Illinois Shotokan Karate Club's expert instructors under the direction of John DiPasquale, four-time National Champion, and President of the American Shotokan Karate Association.
Beginner students will not be permitted to register into the current session after the second class has met. Registration for continuers through advanced students will be accepted after the start date, but the full class fee is required.
Uniform and belt testing are options available through the ISKC instructor. Please note that the Youth, Parent/Child, and Adult classes may train together.
Location: National Park Fieldhouse, 9325 Marion (Beckwith & Harlem), Morton Grove
PRE-KARATE (Boys & Girls Ages 4-7)
Young children develop flexibility, strength and coordination in fun, yet disciplined activities. This program is specifically designed for growing minds and bodies to enhance memory and agility. No class July 4.
Beginners (No experience)
Code | Age | Day | Date | Time | Res/Non-Res |
310602-02 | 4-7 | Wed | Jun 15-Aug 24 | 4:00-4:45 pm | $138/$165 |
Beginner/Continuer (1 or more prior sessions)
Code | Age | Day | Date | Time | Res/Non-Res |
310602-01 | 4-7 | Mon | Jun 20-Aug 29 | 4:30-5:15 pm | $125/$165 |
Continuers (1 or more prior sessions)
Code | Age | Day | Date | Time | Res/Non-Res |
310602-03 | 4-7 | Wed | Jun 15-Aug 24 | 4:50-5:35 pm | $138/$165 |
Intermediate/Advanced (Instructor's permission)
Code | Age | Day | Date | Time | Res/Non-Res |
310602-04 | 4-7 | Wed | Jun 15-Aug 24 | 5:45-6:30 pm | $138/$165 |
YOUTH KARATE (Boys & Girls Ages 7-14)
ISKC's Youth Karate classes will put children in touch with their bodies and offers a good mix of strength training, with cardiovascular and flexibility exercises. Children increase their coordination, agility, and poise, as well as learn lasting personal safety skills. They also benefit from the mental stimulation of learning the choreographed moves of the kata and the discipline of conforming to the class rules. No class July 4.
Monday Classes
Beginner-Novice (White-Red Belt)
Code | Age | Day | Date | Time | Res/Non-Res |
310602-05 | 7-14 | Mon | Jun 20-Aug 29 | 5:20-6:15 pm | $125/$165 |
Intermediate (Orange-Blue Belt)
Code | Age | Day | Date | Time | Res/Non-Res |
310602-06 | 7-14 | Mon | Jun 20-Aug 29 | 6:20-7:15 pm | $125/$165 |
Advanced (Green Belt & Up)
Code | Age | Day | Date | Time | Res/Non-Res |
310602-07 | 7-14 | Mon | Jun 20-Aug 29 | 7:20-8:15 pm | $125/$165 |
Wednesday Classes
Beginner Continuer (White-Orange Belt)
Code | Age | Day | Date | Time | Res/Non-Res |
310602-08 | 8-14 | Wed | Jun 15-Aug 24 | 6:30-7:25 pm | $138/$165 |
Novice/Intermediate (Yellow-Purple Belt)
Code | Age | Day | Date | Time | Res/Non-Res |
310602-09 | 8-14 | Wed | Jun 15-Aug 24 | 7:30-8:25 pm | $138/$165 |
Advanced (Brown-Black Belt)
Code | Age | Day | Date | Time | Res/Non-Res |
310602-10 | 8-14 | Wed | Jun 15-Aug 24 | 8:30-9:30 pm | $138/$165 |
ADULT KARATE (Boys & Girls Ages 15 & Up)
Our Adult classes release tension, develop total body fitness, and build stamina and overall productivity. In addition to self defense skills, karate increases flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and muscle tone, while improving core strength. No class July 4.
Beginner/Continuer (White-Orange Belt)
Code | Age | Day | Date | Time | Res/Non-Res |
310602-11 | 15 & Older | Mon | Jun 20-Aug 29 | 8:20-9:20 pm | $125/$165 |
Intermediate/Advanced (Yellow Belt & Up)
Code | Age | Day | Date | Time | Res/Non-Res |
310602-12 | 15 & Older | Mon | Jun 20-Aug 29 | 8:20-9:50 pm | $160/$194 |
PARENT/CHILD KARATE (Ages 7 & Up)
An excellent opportunity to spend time with your child, while conditioning muscles, developing coordination, and improving cardiovascular fitness. Fees are per person.
Beginner/Continuer (White-Orange Belt)
Code | Age | Day | Date | Time | Res/Non-Res |
310602-13 | 7 & Up | Wed | Jun 15-Aug 24 | 6:30-7:25 pm | $138/$165 |
Novice/Intermediate (Yellow-Purple Belt)
Code | Age | Day | Date | Time | Res/Non-Res |
310602-14 | 7 & Up | Wed | Jun 15-Aug 24 | 7:30-8:25 pm | $138/$165 |
Advanced (Brown-Black Belt)
Code | Age | Day | Date | Time | Res/Non-Res |
310602-15 | 7 & Up | Wed | Jun 15-Aug 24 | 8:30-9:30 pm | $138/$165 |