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Realistic Authentic Karate
 
  • Come experience the real thing at a school that focuses exclusively on learning the true meaning and application of the martial arts.
  • Improve focus, perfect character while learning an art based on traditions passed down from Okinawan masters.
  • Highly trained black belts teach self-defense techniques that could save your life.
  • Students of all ages, sizes and body types are invited to enroll in this school, but must be willing to learn and work hard through an extensively developed and technical curriculum.
  • This school emphasizes the importance of honor, loyalty, courage, respect and dedication in our daily lives.
 
If your house has a plumbing or electrical problem,
you call a trained professional.
If you have a heart problem,
you call a board-certified cardiologist.
If you want to learn the martial arts to protect yourself,
see someone who specializes in the martial arts
and has the experience.
Robert A. Kristensen
8th Dan, Chief Instructor

Welcome to Texas Isshinryu Karate Kai

Texas Isshinryu Karate Kai ( TIKK ) is an Isshinryu dojo based in the Dallas, Texas area. Our locations (in Coppell, Plano, Denton, Aubrey, Granbury and Flower Mound) offer instruction in traditional Okinawan Isshinryu Karate. Find a dojo, check out our instructors, and try a class today.

NEWS Flash:

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On March 1st, 2008, Kyoshi Robert Kristensen was promoted to Hachi (8th) Dan! He is one of only 7 Hachi Dan in the Isshinryu World Karate Association (IWKA). Congratulations to Kyoshi from the entire Kai!

 
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The main phone number for TIKK has been changed. Please make note of the new number: 817-491-1130.

 

Calendar / Events:

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TIKK Bowl-a-thon is Sunday, Feb. 21, at Plano Super Bowl. More details ASAP.

 
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Gasshuku 2010 is April 23-25th at Camp Summit in Copper Canyon..

 
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3rd Annual TIKK Winter Classic is Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010 at MLK Jr. Recreation Center in Denton (1300 Wilson St.). See the following links to get details: Tournament Flyer Page 1 and Page 2, Rules and Divisions, Entry Form and Food and Lodging. For more Tournament Information contact: Senseis Tony & Tina Palos at 940-390-0864, 940-390-0192 or email tntpalos@verizon.net .

 
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Parent's Night Out: Every third Friday from 6-10 PM at the Coppell Dojo. Children from 5-12 yrs old can enjoy active games, a movie, pizza & refreshments while parents take advantage of a free evening. Only $15.00 per child. To register or for more info contact Mrs. Palos, (940)390-0864 or tntpalos@verizon.net .

Other News:

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Kyoshi R. A. Kristensen, 8th Dan, is now available for seminars. With over thirty years experience training and teaching in Isshinryu Karate, Kyoshi Kristensen has a wealth of knowledge to share with others. Groups large or small can learn about Isshinryu Karate or have a Basic Self Defense Seminar. For more information, or to book a date, please call 817-491-1130 or email bkkrist@juno.com.

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DVDs are still available of Hanshi William Duessel's Isshinryu Kata videos. All of the traditional Empty Hand and Weapons Kata are on one DVD. Hanshi Duessel performs each Kata first slowly, then at regular speed. Several different angles are shown as well. more...

 

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