Okamoto's Karate

Congratulations to all the students from our dojos and from martial arts schools across Alaska on a job well done! Outstanding skill, determination, and sportsmanship were on full display as hundreds of competitors gathered for the 2026 Alaska Open Martial Arts Championships.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to the families, supporters, volunteers, officials, and sponsors whose dedication and generosity helped make this event such a tremendous success. Your support makes opportunities like this possible and helps strengthen the martial arts community throughout Alaska. We are proud of every competitor who stepped into the ring, demonstrated courage and respect, and represented the values of martial arts so well.

Congratulations to all, and we look forward to seeing you again next year! 👊💪🥋👏

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. 🇺🇸

Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedoms will never be forgotten. At Okamoto’s Karate, we strive to teach the values of respect, discipline, gratitude, and perseverance—principles inspired by those who served before us.

Today, we stand together in remembrance and appreciation for our nation’s heroes and their families.

From our Okamoto’s Karate family to yours, thank you. ❤️🤍💙

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Competitor Registration Deadline Extended!

The 2026 Alaska Open Martial Arts Championships deadline has been extended to Saturday, May 9th 12 PM. You can register at akopenmartialarts.com. For further informations or questions, pleaser call 907-562-5662.

Wishing all of our amazing students, families, and friends a joyful and peaceful Easter! May your day be filled with happiness, laughter, and time spent with the people you love most. Happy Easter!

Honoring a Martial Arts Legend

Today, we take a moment at Okamoto’s Karate to honor a true icon—Chuck Norris.

For many of us, he wasn’t just a movie star—he was a pioneer who helped bring martial arts into homes across America. His discipline, strength, and unwavering character set a standard that generations of martial artists continue to strive for.

At our dojo, we see his influence every day.
In every student who bows with respect.
In every class where perseverance is tested.
In every black belt who leads with integrity.

Chuck Norris showed the world that martial arts is more than fighting—it’s about character, humility, and lifelong growth.

We carry those same values forward here in Alaska, building stronger individuals and a stronger community—one class at a time.

Legends never fade. They live on in the spirit of those they inspire!

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Wishing all of our students, families, and friends a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day! Stay safe, have fun, and may the luck of the Irish be with you! 🍀🥋 a wonderful St. Patrick’s day!!

🎉 Celebrating 42 Years of Okamoto’s Karate 🎉

This year marks the 42nd anniversary of Okamoto’s Karate, and we are filled with deep gratitude and pride.

For over four decades, thousands of students, families, and supporters have walked through our doors, trusted us with their growth, and become part of our extended karate family. Your commitment, encouragement, and belief in what we do have made this journey possible.

From the first white belt to every black belt earned, from early morning classes to lifelong friendships—you are the reason Okamoto’s Karate continues to thrive. Together, we have built more than a school; we have built a community rooted in discipline, respect, confidence, and perseverance.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way—past and present. We are honored to share this milestone with you and look forward to continuing the journey for generations to come.

Heartfelt thanks for 42 incredible years! 🥋🙏

We are closed in observance of Martin Luther King Day!

🎉🥋 HAPPY NEW YEAR 2026 from Okamoto’s Karate! 🥋🎉

Wishing all of our students and families and Alaskans everywhere a healthy, happy, and confident New Year! May 2026 be filled with growth, discipline, success and plenty of smiles in all the days ahead!

👊✨ Strong bodies. Strong minds. Strong families. ✨👊