Kids karate
Learn karate while building respect, self-control, and the confidence that comes with steady practice.
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American karate in La Crosse, Wisconsin
Find your place on the mat.
A place to learn, build confidence, and keep growing. Explore karate for kids and teens, training for adults, and the art of Eskrima at Task Karate School.
Learn · Practice · GrowKarate is a journey.
Start where you are.
Start where you are.
Kids karateTeen & adult karateAdult Eskrima
Find your class
Different starting points. A place for each student.
Whether you’re looking for a class for your child or a new practice for yourself, there’s a way to begin.
Teen & adult karate
Train American-style karate in a class designed for older students, whether you’re beginning or returning to martial arts.
Ask about karate →Adult Eskrima
Explore Filipino martial arts and develop coordination, focus, and practical skills through practice.
Ask about Eskrima →What students practice
More than the moves.
Task Karate School emphasizes respect, control, and self-discipline alongside martial arts training. Students learn skills with a clear understanding of how to use them responsibly.
01 Respect for others
02 Self-control and discipline
03 Progress through practice
A place to learn, practice, and grow.
Meet the instructor
Train with Randy “Mr. T” Thomson.
Randy is the owner and head instructor of Task Karate School. His school’s American karate is based on Tae Kwon Do, and his background includes Judo, Aikido, Filipino Eskrima, boxing, wrestling, and other martial arts.
He shares on the school’s About page that he has more than 30 years in martial arts and 20 years of teaching experience. He is also a fourth-degree black belt and a U.S. Army veteran.
Read Randy’s full introduction →Useful links
Looking for something specific?
Current class schedule
See the school’s published schedule and find a class time that may work for you.
View the school’s schedule →Student test sheets
Already training? The school provides the next test sheet through its student page.
Go to student resources →Take the first step
Curious about a class? Let’s talk.
Tell the school who would be training and what you’re interested in. They can help you find the right place to start.
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