Overholt's Karate Studio
Having trained in the Martial Arts for over 51 years and earned Black Belt
ranking in 6 different styles by training with some World renowned
Grandmasters, I have a healthy respect for the way Master Roger Overholt
runs his Overholt Karate Studio. He has a high regard for the Traditional
arts while giving his students a workable knowledge of the "Modern" arts.
Crosstraining gives students the best of "all" worlds.
Grandmaster William L. Mason
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In the following testimonials, OKS stands for - Overholt Karate Studio
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Testimonial in 5 aspects
Team:
I have been a part of the Overholt Karate Studio now for several years and
thoroughly enjoy it. We have a great team with a unique mix of individuals.
It is interesting to see how young and mature come together and work for
everyone’s success. Everyone is able to let down their guard and simply be
who they are. We encourage those who are struggling with some aspect of
training and applaud those who execute moves with graceful dexterity.
Teaching style:
Sensei Overholt’s approach is highly eclectic because of several decades of
training under masters of different disciplines and therefore draws admired
senseis who consider it an honor to assist in teaching. There is always a
black belt available, who is eager to assist, before and after class when
extra instruction is needed.
Effectiveness:
The techniques practiced at OKS hold a combination of traditionalism and
modern effective self-defense. If it doesn’t work in real life it isn’t
practiced in the dojo.
Community involvement:
The dojo team doesn’t just serve its members, but goes outside to serve others
in need. My children and I have enjoyed serving at agencies that help children
in need, homeless families and disadvantaged individuals of the community.
Workout:
The workouts enable people to gain strength, flexibility and endurance at
whatever level they find themselves. There is never rivalry because we all
recognize that we have strengths and weaknesses and want to see each other advance.
Dr. Gary Brewster
OKS Team Member
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Roger,
I have been a practitioner of Karate for the past 40 years. During my time at OKS I
have learned new techniques and new ways of thinking about Karate and I have had
tremendous growth during that time.
The OKS school is very versatile consisting of
Jujitsu, MMA, Self Defense, as well as Karate. This has enhanced my understanding
of the style of karate I have studied for so long and I believe that it has greatly
improved my technique.
I feel that I am better prepared to defend myself than at any
time in my karate life and that my karate has been enhanced at the OKS School. I look
forward to continuing my journey with OKS!
JAMES M. WARNER
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Good morning,
I have been active in martial arts for 35 years and trained in many different schools.
OKS offers students a true mixed martial arts experience (traditional, self defense,
MMA/ grappling, and Jiu jitsu) in a very family oriented environment! I enjoy working
out with my OKS family. I feel that everyone should be active participants in life.
Therefore, if you want to be part of life, you must engage it! OKS is a great place
to get active!
Melinda Reese
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Chief Overholt,
As a Reserve Officer with the Morristown Police Department I found this training to be very helpful.
The one minute drills drove home the point how quickly one can easily tire and the need of being in
good shape. These one minute drills emphasized not only throwing punches but transitioning from
fighting on the ground to fighting standing up. I recommend these training techniques as it will
give you the confidence to defend yourself.
Paul E. Brown
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Roger,
After starting a weight loss program, I began regularly training with OKS.
I supplemented my exercise program with the OKS workouts. I lost 65 lbs in under a year.
Logan Young
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I am impressed with Sensei Overholt’s passion for all of his students to improve
and do their best. It is clear that he wants all of his students to become the
best version of themselves, not just in Karate but in everything they do.
Christian Newman
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Law enforcement defensive tactics classes are often either too complicated
for the average officer or based on techniques that simply do not work on
the streets. Overholt’s course was an exception. The class had the right
balance between lecture, demonstration and physical training. The skills
taught were applicable to real situations officers will likely find themselves
in. As equally important, I came away from the class reminded of the importance
of having an “I will win” attitude.
Nathan W. Antrican
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As a newcomer to the Overholt’s Karate Studio, I arrived with no experience
in defense training or martial instruction. The Senseis and dojo students
have been very accepting and patient to help during exercises, drills or when
practicing traditional sport karate. In the few months that I have been an
apprentice, I have observed the following.
Dojo Culture: Overholt’s Karate Studio is one of balancing development through
various forms of modern day training, while being attentive to a distinct
connection to Karate history and tradition.
Diverse approach: Overholt’s Karate Studio collaborates with other training
gyms to provide those educated at the dojo access to multiple training styles,
using a comprehensive interdisciplinary approach to learning martial arts.
Application: Students educated with Master Overholt, or his collaborative team,
learn traditional katas along with their direct relevance to self-defense,
occupation, or law enforcement.
Take away: Each session includes a take away principle or key concept that can
be gained from or acted upon in daily living.
Purpose: Overholt’s Karate Studio is a place where integrous relationships are
developed, while pursuing excellence in the martial arts and refining combat
caliber, within friendly contest.
Yolanda Brewster
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