Grace place Baptist Church Karate

01/26/2026

Karate Class - Canceled tonight

Hope everyone is staying warm and had some fun enjoying the snow and sledding this past weekend!

Due to the weather conditions, class will be canceled tonight.

Please stay safe, keep warm, and continue practicing your katas at home. https://www.abkakarate.com/

We’re planning to spar next Monday, so be sure to bring all of your sparring gear!

01/18/2026

01/18/2026

We’re thrilled to announce that self-defense classes are starting back up this Monday, Jan 19th, 2026—and we can't wait to see you on the mat!
Monday Night Class Schedule:

Little Dragons (Ages 4–6): 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Youth & Beginner/Upper Belts (Ages 7+): 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Advanced Warriors: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

We’re keeping our class times the same as past semesters to make the transition smooth and easy for everyone.

Help spread the word!

12/29/2025

🥋 GET READY FOR THE 2026 OKC KARATE CHAMPIONSHIP! 🥋
Join us for an incredible day of competition and martial arts excellence at the Oklahoma City Karate Championship Tournament! Whether you are just staying out or a seasoned Black Belt, this open tournament welcomes all styles and competitors.
🗓️ WHEN & WHERE
Date: January 31, 2026
Location: Surrey Hills Baptist Church
12421 N Mustang Rd, Yukon, OK 73099
Kick-off: Competitor meeting starts at 11:00 AM sharp!
⏱️ EVENT SCHEDULE
9:00 AM: Registration opens
10:30 AM: Black Belt & Judges meeting
11:00 AM: Competitor meeting followed immediately by:
Black Belt & Adult Brown Belt competition
ALL Age & Rank Weapons Kata competition
12:30 PM: General competition begins
💰 FEES & REGISTRATION
Competitor Registration: $45
Pre-Registration Discount: Only $35 if you register by Jan 24 at 10 PM!
Family Max: $100 (Available via pre-registration only)
Spectators: $5 (Kids 5 & under are FREE!)
How to Register:
Visit ABKAKarate.com to sign up online!
🛡️ IMPORTANT DETAILS
Safety First: Foam dipped safety gear (hands, feet, headgear for under 18) and mouthpieces are mandatory for sparring.
Uniforms: All competitors and judges must wear traditional Martial Arts uniforms.
Mission: All proceeds go to fund ABKA Missions and Ministry work across the U.S. and the world.
Questions? Reach out to Tournament Director Dennis Hurley at [email protected].
Follow us on Facebook at Surrey Hills Baptist Church ABKA or ABKA KARATE for updates!

12/08/2025

The new manuals are here. Here’s how to download them. 

🔥 The ABKA’s New Chapter is Here! 🔥

Your ABKA Training Is Changing for the Better! 🥋

The official ABKA Karate Manual is LIVE and ready for download! This isn't just a guide—it's the required standard that ushers in an exciting new era of consistency across every ABKA school.

What this means for you:

1. Unified Training: Say goodbye to confusing variations! Exact wording and precise pictures ensure every student—from white belt to black belt—is learning the exact same, world-class techniques and terminology.

2. Essential Tool: This training resource is required for EVERY ABKA student!

➡️ Get Your FREE Copy NOW! ⬅️

👉 How to Get Your FREE Digital Copy:

Go to the official ABKA website: abkakarate.com

Click on the link for the manual.

Register to receive a confirmation email with your personal download link.

(Please Note: Do not share the download link. We need everyone to register individually to track usage.)

Thank you for your continued support and for being a part of this great organization! Let's grow and improve together with this awesome new tool.

(If the student is a minor, the parent should register.)

Instructors: Please share this post with all your students! We want this powerful new tool in the hands of everyone.

08/04/2025

Karate start back tonight!

07/28/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that self-defense classes are starting back up next Monday, August 4th, 2025—and we can't wait to see you on the mat!
Monday Night Class Schedule:

Little Dragons (Ages 4–6): 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Youth & Beginner/Upper Belts (Ages 7+): 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Advanced Warriors: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

We’re keeping our class times the same as past semesters to make the transition smooth and easy for everyone.

Help spread the word!
If you know a fellow student who might’ve missed this message, send it their way. And if you’ve got friends or family who’ve been curious about trying karate, now’s the perfect time to invite them to join our growing community

And if you have any questions, just let us know

05/13/2025

Pictures from Karate Testing last night!! Congratulations all who Tested!!

01/21/2025

Class is back in session

01/13/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that karate classes are kicking off again next Monday night, January 20th, 2025!

Whether you’re a seasoned student or just starting your journey, we can’t wait to see everyone back in action. Here’s the schedule to help you gear up for the new semester:

Monday Night Class Schedule
Ages 4–6: 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Ages 7 and Up (Beginner and Upper Belts): 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Advanced Class: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Our class times remain the same as before, so it’s easy to jump right back in and continue building your skills.


Know a classmate who might have missed this email? Please share the good news! And if you have friends or family who’ve been curious about karate, this is the perfect time to invite them to join our dojo family.

For the latest updates on tournaments, events, and more, check out our brand-new website: ABKA Karate.

Let’s make this semester our best one yet! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to give me a call.

Stay warm, stay ready, and we’ll see you next Monday night!


Seth Koenig
2 Timothy 1:7

08/12/2024

Good Morning Team!
I hope you've had a fantastic summer and are just as eager as I am to get back to our self-defense classes! Below is the schedule for our return to training.
Starting back next Monday – August 19th, 2024.
Monday Night Class Schedule:
Ages 4 – 6-year-old: 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Ages 7 and up (Beginner Class and Upper Belts): 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Advanced Class: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Our class times remain consistent with those of past semesters, ensuring that you can seamlessly continue your karate journey.

If you have classmates who may not have received this email, kindly pass on the news of our class restart. This is also a fantastic opportunity to extend an invitation to friends who may have expressed interest in joining us previously.
For updates on upcoming tournaments and more, please visit the ABKA Karate website: http://abkakarate.com/
Looking forward to seeing everyone back next Monday night Aug 19th .. Please call me if you have any questions.

WELCOME TO THE ABKA “ALWAYS PRESENT ON THE BATTLEFIELD FOR YOUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST” “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” Matthew 5:9 Pillars of ABKA: 1) International missions 2) International and local benevolence 3) Training excellent martial ar...