As a 1st Degree Black Belt in the first graduating class of 1989, I can’t say enough about the personal development lessons of discipline, honor, self-respect and self-confidence I learned to apply in my daily life…
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OUR PROGRAMS
A unique program that fuses techniques and skills from five traditional martial arts disciplines of Hap-Ki-Do, Aikido, Aiki-Jujitsu, Judo & Tae-Kwon-Do. Designed and developed by Master John K. Thomas.
Personalized fitness program that helps achieve desired health, wellness or fitness outcome for individuals, groups or employers at your pace. Whether you are looking to tone up, increase flexibility …
Specialized self-defense awareness workshops and seminars for empowering women. Events custom designed for specific groups like students, working adults and specialized workforces
An award-winning TV Show DEFEND YOURSELF, produced and hosted by Master John K. Thomas and Reston Community Television. Each program deals with realistic..
At USKC, we are passionate and committed in bringing awareness and advocacy to stop domestic violence. Our ongoing Stop Domestic Violence Campaign
OUR TEAM
Sensei MURALI MOOLIYIL
Chief Instructor
Sensei NATHAN KEYSOR
Chief Instructor
Our Founder (retired)
MASTER JOHN K THOMAS
Founder (retired), United States Karate Center
Master John Thomas with over 40 years of teaching, extensive knowledge and skills in different martial styles – Hapkido, Tae-Kwon-Do, Judo, Jujitsu, Aiki-Jutsu and Aikido developed a mixed martial arts program at United States Karate Center.
- 4th Degree Black Belt Hapkido
- 3rd Degree Black Belt Tae-Kwon-Do
- 1st Degree Black Belt Judo
- 16 Years training Aiki-Jutsu and Aikido
- Navy SEAL combat instructor
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WHAT’S UP AT USKC
TV Show Defend Yourself
An award-winning TV Show DEFEND YOURSELF, produced and hosted by Master John K Thomas and Reston Community Television. Each program deals with realistic and effective methods of self-defense which are useful for beginners as well as no-holds-barred competitors.
Self-Defense Tips
Looking to try out some of our unique techniques? Check out our monthly self-defense videos where Master John K. Thomas how to complete a “move of the month.” These are quick and simple techniques you can try at home or continue to learn and practice at our dojo
From Our Blog
Intra-School Karate Tournament Marks a New Era for USKC
The Break-A-Thon is coming NOV 19th Saturday at 11:30
Congratulations ***Laya Murali***
2020 Stop Domestic Violence Event.
Training hard this October
We are training strong this fall.
Wearing a mask or training outside does not hinder our practice.
OUT-Door classes during covid
Mixed Martial Arts Outdoor Classes On Popular Demands
Reopening of U.S.K.C. early May
2020 The Year of the Rat
2022 Year of the Tiger
36th Annual Break-A-Thon
Working with the Girl Scouts with Self Defense Techniques
Success !! Very productive Self-defense workshop
Women’s Self-Defense Workshop
Women’s Self- Defense Workshops
Thanks to Mobile Posse Inc. for a wonderful event.
Mobile Posse Inc. Self-Defense workshop
Year of the Pig/Boar
2018 Breaker-A-Thon Breaker’s
Break-A-Thon 2018
2018 Break-A-Thon and New Website Launch
Hit-Fit
ABOUT USKC MARTIAL ARTS & WELLNESS
USKC (United States Karate Center) is a Northern Virginia martial arts school founded in 1983 by Master John K Thomas, former U.S. national full-contact and open-sparring champion and a world record holder in board breaking. The school promotes and teaches the no-nonsense and effective method of practical self-defense to adults and children. The program teaches both no-holds-barred grappling program as well as a traditional martial arts program
Our founder Master John K Thomas (retired) combined a unique combination of strategies and techniques from various martial art styles he learned, practiced and taught over 40 years. These training styles, knowledge base and effective use of pressure points will enable a smaller potential victim to prevail over a larger and stronger attacker. Designed with the core principles of CONTROL, HONOR & DISCIPLINE, the program help students build the confidence, skills and strength to protect them from an attacker both physically and psychologically.
THE PEOPLE WHO HAVE TRUSTED US SO FAR
President & Founder - The Welch Martial Art Experience
The lessons I have learned throughout my training at USKC are applicable to all aspects of my life. The most important lesson I’ve learned is perseverance to accomplish my goals one day at a time..
1st Degree Black Belt
USKC is a self-defense oriented hapkido school that specializes in teaching practical and effective self-defense techniques. All classes are taught by Master John Thomas, a full-time martial arts instructor …
1st Degree Black Belt
The United States Karate Center is a dojo that has fostered lifelong relationships while incorporating an authentic style of teaching. The unique blend of mixed martial arts based on Master Thomas’ extensive training background …
1st Degree Black Belt
The United States Karate Center offers everyone a chance no matter who they are. It is an authentic, rather than corporate experience. The focus is on camaraderie over competition. For me, it gave me the best version of …
2nd Degree Black Belt
“USKC was the best martial arts school in the area 30 years ago when I was a kid growing up in Reston and still is! Master Thomas is a true master of both the physical and information aspects of many different martial arts…
1st Degree Black Belt
Via USKC I achieved greater power through improved balance, flexibility, agility, coordination, targeting and control. I also felt mental stimulation such as new knowledge, calming and awareness. As with most things, only through practice can you achieve self actualization.
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