Dubuque Karate Club

Dubuque Karate Club

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Welcome to Grandmaster David J. Schmitt's Dubuque Karate Club! Sam Houston, Texas. In 1975, he founded the American Tang Soo Do Karate Institute (ATKI). Shin.

About The Dubuque Karate Club, and the American Tang Soo Do Karate Institute,

In 1966 Grandmaster David J Schmitt Began his training in the art of Tang Soo Do while stationed with the 4th Army at Ft. By 1967, he was assigned as an assistant hand to hand combat instructor for special forces troops. In 1970, he opened the first martial arts school in Dubuque, IA and the University of Wisconsin, Pla

Photos from Dubuque Karate Club's post 05/27/2026

We had a phenomenal time at our 2026 Master’s and Black Belt Clinic! The weekend was filled with informative classes, inspiring talks, and incredible training opportunities. Most of all, the camaraderie and friendships shared made this event truly special.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this clinic such a success.

Mark your calendars for May 21-23 of 2027 for our next clinic. We’re already looking forward to next year!

05/25/2026

Classes canceled, Monday, for Memorial Day.
Meeting from 5:30-6:30 is still on.
Enjoy the holiday!

Grandmaster Schmitt

05/09/2026

You have been asking if we are having our annual fall tournament, so here is the answer.
YES, mark your calendars.
The Dubuque Karate Clubs 52nd ANNUAL MIDWEST OPEN FALL KARATE CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday October 10th 2026.
Peosta Community Center in Peosta Ia.
More details coming soon.
Grandmaster
David J Schmitt
9th Degree Black Belt

04/15/2026

If we get one more storm we are having class outside and punching hail stones before they hit the ground. Lol
Hope this storm misses us.
Grandmaster.
Tang Soo!

04/15/2026

Classes are canceled for tonight, April 15th due to the  forecast of severe storms. We apologize and we'll see you soon!

04/14/2026

NO CLASSES TONIGHT, April 14th, due to potential severe storms.
Everyone stay safe! 

04/12/2026

We had another amazing tournament today!

Thank you to everyone who attended and supported our 52nd Annual Midwest Open Karate Championship today!

To all competitors: your hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship made the event truly special. We’re proud of each and every one of you.

A big thank you to our volunteers, officials, and staff. We couldn’t have done it without your time and effort.

To all families and spectators, thank you for bringing such great energy and support throughout the day.

From all of us at Dubuque Karate Club, especially Grandmaster Schmitt, we truly appreciate you and look forward to seeing everyone again in the fall!

Tang Soo!

04/08/2026

We are looking forward to seeing everyone this Saturday at the Peosta community center for our 52nd Annual Midwest Karate Tournament.
If you haven’t signed up yet you can still sign up at the doors registration opens at 8:00 am
Grandmaster David J Schmitt
9th Degree black belt

04/02/2026

Classes are canceled due to potential severe storms!

03/28/2026

REMINDER:
Be sure to pre-register by April 3rd for our 52nd Midwest spring Karate championship on April 11th 2026 and save.
NOTE: Open registration will start at 8 am Saturday April 11th at the Peosta community center in Peosta Ia.
we look forward to seeing you soon.
Call for details 563-583-8256
Grandmaster
David J. Schmitt
9th Dan.

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Location

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805 Century Drive, Ste 9
Dubuque, IA
52002

Opening Hours

Monday 4:30pm - 8pm
Tuesday 5:30pm - 7:15pm
Wednesday 4:30pm - 8pm
Thursday 5:30pm - 7:15pm