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Updated 11/18/2007

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What is Kenpo / Kenpo Taijutsu

Kenpo is a style of Karate developed in the west. The only difference between Kenpo and Kempo is in the translation of the Kanji to its English form. The words Kenpo and Kempo are both pronounced the same and both mean "Law of the Fist." However, the more "traditional" forms of Kempo use the "Kempo" form, while the more non-traditional modern or contemporary versions use the term "Kenpo."

Kenpo Taijutsu is a martial art that teaches self-defense and self-control through three primary methods: self-defense techniques, forms, and sparring. However, Kenpo Taijutsu diverges from traditional Karate in several important respects. Students are encouraged to change and adapt the techniques. Kenpo Taijutsu emphasizes vital point attacks using punches, strikes and kicks. Throws are also important in Kenpo Taijutsu and joint locks and Budo Taijutsu techniques have been added. We primarily teach Master Brint Berry's version of Ed Parkers Kenpo with some alterations.

(Master Berry is an 8th degree Black Belt through the EKKS. The EKKS is no longer an active an active Kenpo organization.)

Self-defense techniques help students develop their skills by allowing them to practice with different threatening situations and experiment with what-if scenarios. The techniques are taught to be continueous. Even if you draw a blank at some portion you continue to move until the desired result is accomplished. Initially, forms and katas help students to develop mental concentration and mental discipline as well as increasing the ability to learn and remember. As they progress, the forms and katas help them to develop self-awareness and self-expression. Kumite (also known as freestyle or sparring) is an exercise in which students test their skills, self-confidence, and self-control in a friendly competition among other classmates. It gives students the opportunity to develop their reflexes and timing in a controlled environment while engaging in a sport activity.

We also teach students how to use weapons to increase their understanding of self-defense. Defense against knives and clubs are taught from the yellow belt and up. Weapon training often begins at the orange belt level, although some schools restrict it to those of the green belt level and higher.

The Kenpo Taijutsu style strives to maintain a balance between "martial" and "art." The "martial" aspect is expressed by effective efficient self-defense concepts and techniques. The "art" is expressed by creativity, self-expression, and presentation of form.

Kenpo Cane

We also teach Kenpo Cane fitness and self defense programs. Our favorite cane program on the market today is Cane Masters visit them from the link on our about us page. We are working through the cane master program ourselves. We are now working to build classes. Stop in for information. Click here to visit canemasters.com