T.A.B.I. Karate (veteran owned & operated)

T.A.B.I. Karate (veteran owned & operated)T.A.B.I. Karate (veteran owned & operated)T.A.B.I. Karate (veteran owned & operated)

T.A.B.I. Karate (veteran owned & operated)

T.A.B.I. Karate (veteran owned & operated)T.A.B.I. Karate (veteran owned & operated)T.A.B.I. Karate (veteran owned & operated)

About T.A.B.I. Karate

T.A.B.I. Philosophy

T.A.B.I. Karate is a traditional martial arts school built on timeless values and a forward thinking spirit. Rooted in Shotokan Karate, our training emphasizes both physical discipline and personal development for students of all ages and backgrounds.

Our core philosophy is further expressed in the T.A.B.I. acronym:


Tradition - Preserve the past.  Adaptation - Grow through change.  Balance - Harmony in all things.  Intention - Move with purpose

CALENDAR and UPCOMING EVENTS

Nov 14, 15, 16

HDKI USA Winter Camp

All day

Hirano Ha Karate of Trussville

Event Details

Nov 14, 15, 16

HDKI USA Winter Camp

Winter Camp hosted by Hirano Ha Karate

3521 Vann Rd, Suite #113, Birmingham, AL 35235

Classes run from Fri-5:30pm through Sun-11:00am

All day

Hirano Ha Karate of Trussville

Warriors Within (Saturdays)

Warriors Within (Youth Club)

8:00am

-

12:00pm

Varies

Event Details

Warriors Within (Saturdays)

Warriors Within (Youth Club)

Small group program using the tenets of karate to challenge youth to grow physically, mentally, and in faith. 

8:00am

-

12:00pm

Varies

CCA Club (Wed)

Christian Central Academy After School Karate Club

3:15pm

-

4:30pm

CCA-Wooden Gym

Event Details

CCA Club (Wed)

Christian Central Academy After School Karate Club

10 week Fall session

3:15pm

-

4:30pm

CCA-Wooden Gym

Weekly Dojo Training (Sat)

Saturday Training with Sensei Steve Kocher (ASKC)

9:30am

-

11:00am

Alden Shotokan Dojo

Event Details

Weekly Dojo Training (Sat)

Saturday Training with Sensei Steve Kocher (ASKC)

Train in a traditional style karate dojo with Sensei Steve Kocher on Saturday mornings.

9:30am

-

11:00am

Alden Shotokan Dojo

Weekly Veterans Training (Wed)

Wednesday Training at Niagara Falls ARS

11:30am

-

12:30pm

NFARS Fitness Center

Event Details

Weekly Veterans Training (Wed)

Wednesday Training at Niagara Falls ARS

Training at Fitness Center open to all veterans and base personnel with access to NFARS (note: REAL-ID required).

11:30am

-

12:30pm

NFARS Fitness Center

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Proud Member of the HDKI Community

Hombu Dojo Karate International

The HDKI is an international community built on respect, fairness, and excellence. We draw strength from our combined traditions to build a vibrant, sustainable, and innovative generation of future karate-ka.

Meet the Instructors:

David Buell Founder & Instructor, T.A.B.I. Karate

Drawing on years of experience in traditional Shotokan Karate and a passion for helping others grow, T.A.B.I. Karate was founded with the mission to make martial arts accessible, personal, and purpose-driven. A background in military service after decades of teaching and training brings structure, humility, and integrity to every class. David leads with a heart for veterans and students--ensuring everyone has a place to train, grow, and thrive.

Steve Kocher (Honorary T.A.B.I. Instructor) Founder & Instructor, Alden Shotokan

Sensei Steve has been a mentor and guiding presence in Western New York's martial arts community for decades. As founder of Alden Shotokan Karate Club, his commitment to excellence, tradition, and community has inspired countless students. As an honorary instructor with T.A.B.I. Karate, Steve continues to share his martial knowledge, wisdom, and support, helping to strenghten the foundation and future of the dojo.

Vision & Mission Statements

Vision Statement

To cultivate disciplined, honorable, and resilient martial artists by preserving tradition, promoting adaptability, and inspiring lifelong growth--in and out of the dojo.

Mission Statement

T.A.B.I. Karate exists to guide individuals of all ages and backgrounds on a purposeful martial arts journey--regardless of location*. 


*By staying mobile and not tied to a single location, we offer flexible, high-quality instruction in convenient community spaces. We meet our students where they are--both literally and figuratively--helping them grow through Tradition, Adaptation, Balance, and Intention.

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