Kempo Karate

Kempo is a combative form of Martial Arts blending aspects of traditional Chinese Kung-Fu, Japanese Karate, and Ju-Jitsu. Kempo focuses on both the striking and grappling arts. An effective self-defense system, it utilizes quick gun-fire like blows of aggressive hand and elbow strikes, kicks and knee strikes, as well as throws and grappling to defeat an opponent. Kempo is great for men, women and children of all ages.

Greatness in Kempo lies in the mastery of the three major aspects of this art (Kihon) – the basics, (Kata) – the forms, and (Kumite) – live sparring. Kihon/basics teach strength, flexibility, balance and how to use your body as a weapon. Kata teaches how to use the basics, and to move and flow with efficiency. Kumite/sparring toughens the body and spirit and teaches attack-defend strategy. Combining the three is the key to a focused and disciplined Kempo Mind. Through practice students develop self-control and hone defense skills distinct to their personality and body type.