Sensei Steve's Karate

09/09/2026

Saturday Karate Demo Grant Park, Illinois Festival grounds 2pm
Sunday Demo at St. Joseph Church Manteno at 1pm

09/08/2026

Enroll for school year - slots available for our 5:30 Kids classes
(Tue/Thur Momence or Mon/Wed Manteno)

08/30/2026

Amazing day on Saturday in Manteno at the Sensei Steve's Karate event. We had a blast and raised $150.00 for missionary work in Ecuador.

08/13/2026

08/10/2026

Hope everyone had a great Gladiolus Festival in Momence. We are returning to school year hours as of now. No morning group classes.

08/08/2026

From the Mat to the Frontline: A Proud Sensei Moment! 🥋🇺🇸👮‍♂️
As the director of Sensei Steve's Karate Centers in Momence and Manteno, seeing my students grow into outstanding men of character is the greatest reward. I couldn't be prouder to share the journey of two of my long-time students, Caleb and Robert:
🔹 Building Strength: Way back when, they joined the world-famous Omega Force Strength Team in the parade learning early lessons in power and discipline.
🔹 Earning Titles: Through hard work, they became teenage black belt champions, taking home 1st place trophies at the Genki Karate Championships.
🔹 Defending Our Nation: Caleb is now serving our country proudly as a Defender in the United States Air Force Security Forces.
🔹 Serving Our Community: Robert is right here at home, stepping up as a new Community Service Officer (CSO) on the Momence Police Force.
Martial arts is about building character, discipline, and a commitment to helping others. Fantastic job, Caleb and Robert—you make Sensei Steve's Karate Centers and our entire community proud! 👊

08/01/2026

Our mission is simple: To help your child build the unshakable confidence and strength they need to handle any challenge, on or off the mat. Call/Text 815 953-5786 or DM us to enroll your child this school year

07/31/2026

Kids Glad Run on West Washington in front of reviewing stand. Wear your yellow Sensei Steve's shirt and fastest sneakers