Karate
Karate cultivates mental discipline, focus, self-confidence, and self-control, enabling individuals to handle challenging situations calmly. It promotes emotional well-being by reducing stress, boosting self-esteem, and instilling a deep sense of respect for others and oneself. Overall, karate is a holistic discipline that nurtures both body and mind, while fostering a strong sense of community and camaraderie.
Sensei Celeste of Funakoshi Karate teaches Shotokan Karate, the traditional Japanese style of karate, founded by Gichin Funakoshi in 1928. Shotokan Karate has become the most practiced Japanese karate in the world, and it’s now available at the Gilruth Center!
REGISTER HERE FOR FREE TRIAL CLASS – SATURDAY, AUGUST 2
Karate Class Schedule and Fees:
Little Warriors (Ages 4-5 – under 4 may be accepted, depending on attention level)
- Saturdays, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
- 5 Week Class, September 7 – October 5
- Registration Fee – $75.00
- Gilruth Center Energy Lab
Register for Little Warriors
Beginners – Kids (Ages 6-12)
- Saturdays, 10:15 AM
- Thursdays, 5:30- 6:15 PM
- Monthly Membership – $99 (auto renewal required)
- Additional Family Members – $49.50 per month.
Register for Beginners Kids
Beginners – Adults & Teens (Ages 13+)
- Saturdays, 11:00 AM
- Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 (Integrated Class)
- Monthly Membership – $99 (auto renewal required)
- Additional Family Members – $49.50 per month.
Register for Beginners -Adults & Teens
Intermediate / Advanced – Adults & Teens (Ages 13+)
- Saturdays, 12:00 PM
- Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 – (Integrated Class)
- Monthly Membership – $99 (auto renewal required)
- Additional Family Members – $49.50 per month.
Register for Intermediate/Advanced – Adults & Teens
Note: $49.50 Additional Family Member Price does not have to be for the same class /age group.
Uniforms Required – Order directly with Sensei Celeste for an additional fee.
About the Instructor
Kato Celeste (Sensei) began his training in the Martial Arts at the age of 10 in “Praying Mantis” Kung
Fu. From Kung Fu, Sensei Celeste ventured into Judo, Tae-Kwon-Do, and eventually Karatedo. He received
his first Black Belt at the age of 15, and became an official Instructor by the age of 16.
Sensei Celeste holds a 5th Degree Black Belt in Shotokan Karatedo, as well as a 3rd Degree Black Belt
in Tae-Kwon-Do. Sensei Celeste trains under the tutelage of Shihan Kevin Funakoshi (Founder of
FKSAWorld), eldest son of Kancho Kenneth Funakoshi, and relative of Gichin Funakoshi, Father of
Modern Karatedo (Shotokan). FUNAKOSHI KARATE TX represents Funakoshi Karatedo, and is an affiliate
of FSKA World (Funakoshi Shotokan Karate Association World). FSKA World is a Funakoshi Shotokan
Association, with thousands of members from across the globe. Shotokan Karatedo is considered the
most widely practiced Japanese Karate with over 6 million active participants all around the world.
Sensei Celeste is the Senior Instructor at the FSKA World-Honbu (Head Quarters) in Richmond Texas, and
brings 34 years of teaching experience on the Dojo floor.
“Kara-te-Do means ‘The Way of the Empty Hand.’ Philosophically, this means there is nothing to hide.
Our motives are clear, and our intentions are both peaceful, and precise. Yes means ‘Yes’ and no means
‘No’. The empty hands are also open hands. This is the position to both receive, and to give. Karatedo is
about peace. However, to understand the principle of peace, you must understand the dynamics of
violence. For this reason, the practitioners of Karatedo learn to develop the following: Discipline,
Control, Patience, and Respect. Karatedo aims to strengthen the mind, emotions, and physical capability
of each individual. Karatedo is not a seasonal activity, but a way of life. It is a vessel that helps to navigate
the practitioner, from children to adults, through the many seasons of life. This is the power, and the
beauty of Karatedo.”
