Champion Sport Karate offers expert instruction for all ages — from Little Dragons to competitive black belts. Serving Papillion, Bellevue, and surrounding communities.
Every student. Every goal. Every belt. We're here every step of the way.
Champion Sport Karate has been developing champions in Papillion, Nebraska through expert Taekwondo and Karate instruction. Under the direction of Mike Bilgere, our programs build confidence, discipline, and athletic ability in students of all ages — from our youngest Little Dragons to competitive adult black belts.
Owner & Head Instructor
Mike Bilgere is the founder and head instructor at Champion Sport Karate in Papillion, Nebraska. With decades of experience in Taekwondo and Karate, Mike has trained and developed students at every level — from their very first class to black belt and beyond. His coaching philosophy combines technical precision with a welcoming, community-focused environment that keeps students motivated to grow.
We don't just teach Taekwondo & Karate — we build better people.
Students earn every belt by demonstrating real technique — we don't hand out ranks. With a 4.9-star Google rating, our standards speak for themselves.
From young kids to adults, complete beginners to returning martial artists — everyone feels at home at Champion Sport Karate. This is a family, not just a gym.
Parents and students report improvements in focus, confidence, and discipline within the first 30–60 days. Our structured curriculum ensures every student progresses at every level.
Something for everyone — from toddlers to adults, beginners to competitors.
Our youngest students get a head start on focus, coordination, and confidence in a class designed just for them. Little Dragons introduces the fundamentals of martial arts through age-appropriate activities that make every child feel capable and celebrated.
Kicking Tigers is the heart of Champion Sport Karate's kids program. Students ages 6–12 develop real martial arts skills — kicks, strikes, stances, and forms — while learning the values that make great martial artists: respect, perseverance, and self-control.
Our flagship Taekwondo program offers a full belt curriculum from white through advanced ranks, with dedicated class tracks for beginners, intermediate students, and advanced practitioners. Homeschool classes available Wednesday and Friday mornings.
Competitive sparring training for current students. Develop speed, timing, distance management, and the mental edge needed to compete. Open to students who have reached the appropriate rank in our Taekwondo program.
Three easy steps to your first class — no experience required.
Click the button below or call us at (402) 515-5818 to reserve your free intro session at a time that works for you.
Arrive in comfortable workout clothes. We'll give you a tour, introduce you to the team, and guide you through your first class.
If you love it — and you will — we'll find the perfect program and membership that fits your goals, schedule, and budget.
No commitment. No experience needed. Just show up.
Take the first step toward the best version of yourself. Book your free trial or get our full pricing and schedule sent directly to you.
Champion Sport Karate