Elite Karate & Fitness

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Elite Karate & Fitness

At Elite Karate & Fitness, our main objective is to assist in the development of well-rounded people who become good citizens and productive members of society.

Our school is based upon the principles of Black Belt, which focus on Education, Leadership, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence. In this context, we teach our students how to be disciplined, honorable, respectful, caring, considerate, focused, and mentally and physically strong. To us, Black Belt is a metaphor for personal excellence, which we will help our students achieve in the dojo and in all facets of life.

Classes

Elite Karate & Fitness’ classes will help you master self-defense, while also instilling a lifelong sense of confidence and empowerment.

About Us

Elite Karate & Fitness provides a friendly, safe environment that allows students to excel and become the best they can be.

Special Offers

Here at Elite Karate & Fitness, your success is our top priority. Our free trial offer will kick-start your passion for karate and fitness training!

About Elite Karate & Fitness

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About Us

Welcome to Elite Karate & Fitness, a premier provider of education and training in light-contact karate; light-contact self-defense; sport karate; related physical activities; strength, agility and flexibility principles; and exercise and fitness best practices.

Founded in 1998 by Sensei Sherman McElwee, Elite Karate & Fitness provides a fun, safe, and inclusive environment for all students to learn and develop.

Sensei Sherman has been teaching karate for more than four decades. He is a sixth-degree (Roku-dan) black belt and a 1st-dan black belt in Kobudo (weapons). Sensei Sherman consistently focuses on self-awareness and self-improvement, skills that he incorporates while leading his students.

Elite Karate & Fitness has consistently and frequently received praise for Sensei Sherman’s kindness and character. The love and passion he shows for both karate and his students is abundantly evident and is a large part of Elite Karate & Fitness’ culture today.

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Why Karate Training Is Important

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Education

Elite Karate & Fitness teaches you about both fitness and life. We value lessons that are equally applicable inside and outside of the dojo.

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Leadership

Your training will bring forth your confidence and elevate your pride to a new level. Your leadership skills will be at new heights.

Teamwork

Everyone wants to see you succeed and achieve your goals at Elite Karate & Fitness. Your peers will uplift and encourage you to become the best version of yourself.

Dedication

We have a culture of staying committed to the goals you set for yourself at Elite Karate & Fitness. In the dojo, it’s about working hard to be your best, then pushing past your limits.

Strength

Training with Elite Karate & Fitness will enhance all levels of your physical strength. You’ll notice improvement with your flexibility, agility, stamina, and coordination.

Testimonials

We are excited to see the next weeks and months as he trains leadership skills in the class. Elite karate is not just a class for a physical skill, it involves a focused mind...

Debbie D., Facebook

Honestly, These two deserve a sixth STAR for their continuous dedication and commitment to improving the lives of every individual that walks through their doors.

Jack R , Google

Sensei easily develops a relationship with each student and makes classes fun while effectively teaching karate skills as well as discipline and respect.

Kirsten R., Facebook

Wonderful class for learning respect, trust, leadership, and karate. Great class for women, especially for defense and safety training. All ages of kids classes.

Linda W., Facebook

Excellent training environment. The classes are challenging for all belt levels and include a great balance of kata training, sparring, and self-defense techniques.

Erin M., Facebook

Contact Us Today!

When it comes to karate and fitness training, nothing compares to Elite Karate & Fitness. Not convinced? Come check us out and see for yourself!

(616) 458-4345

419 Norwood Ave SE, Suite 170, Grand Rapids, MI

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