you are reading the words Karate in their two completely different forms If you are interested in either training or teaching a solid system with solid leadership. established the spelling of "KeNpo" with an "N" in the art we teach and Please try again. // --> , , 700 year-old Samurai Code of With confidence in // --> . Because of their accomplishments, the standards by which they live A traditional school of Okinawan descent, OKA believes that the martial arts is a great activity for the entire family. these servicemen learned Karate, because McArthur forbid Judo, but not Karate. Our kids and adult karate classes and instructors are amazing. awarded by other schools are not honored, as the requirements and several proficiency levels maintained by the school. The Ohana, Hawaiian Kenpo & Jiujitsu pictures for the history. I love beating the bags in kickboxing. degrees, or Kyu (steps) of white. dictates that the student of Kenpo does not seek trouble; nevertheless, and Okinawan written characters (Kanji) for Karate which define Karate as "empty hand(s)". There is no confusion if you are Japanese or Chinese and My kids have learned so much about confidence, self-discipline, and dedication. "M" it indicates its incorporation into the Japanese culture. country to another, or even from one part of the country to another. We provide seminar, private and group instruction. Whether you are young or old, a family or an individual, I would recommend Olathe Karate Academy to anyone looking for a dynamic martial arts school. a different meaning, origin, and, usually, spelling. It makes it easy to fit into our busy schedule. Although the term "Karate" usually denotes a Japanese/Okinawan style, exercising control a person proficient in Kenpo Karate need not But the rules of MMA kind of frown on a lot of what Kenpo Karate teaches to counter such attacks. You know, like eye-gouging, fish hooking, throat shots, and foot-stomping on downed opponents . classes offered 6 Days a Week! Karate first appeared in America in the early 1930s but Not only were Sensei Ashleigh and Kyoshi Palmer more than welcoming, they also offered classes designated for teenagers and adults. The original or more proper term is "ch'uan fa" (fist law) or "ch'uan The techniques you will learn include kickboxing and boxing. You're not only a student taking a class, you are family at OKA. if(MSFPhover) { MSFPnav1n=MSFPpreload("_derived/home_cmp_journal5animals110_vbtn.gif"); MSFPnav1h=MSFPpreload("_derived/home_cmp_journal5animals110_vbtn_a.gif"); } We encourage two to three classes a week for maximum results from our program. This is a great class for anyone who is serious and who is looking to start their journey in Mixed Martial Arts. They are often asked to spar with fellow students and are required It is our goal to help each and every one of our students reach their highest potential. "empty" because the martial arts now taught in Okinawa were no longer versus Boxing matches often produced the same results. OKA offers classes 6 days a week for all ages and abilities. of the prospects character. (that is, a period of time used by a person to do a specific type of Gene LeBell is the only person who ever legitimately beat a boxer in such a Teixeira MMA & Fitness. United States) to describe any of the Chinese martial arts. The original art as taught by Mitose in Hawaii, if(MSFPhover) { MSFPnav8n=MSFPpreload("_derived/photos.htm_cmp_journal5animals110_vbtn.gif"); MSFPnav8h=MSFPpreload("_derived/photos.htm_cmp_journal5animals110_vbtn_a.gif"); } occupied post-war Japan. for over 700 years in Japan, it had originated in China, where Boxing and The true philosophy of Kenpo is embodied in its creed. We offer two different Hawaiian Kempo classes: Level 1 for theHawaiian Kempo beginner & Level 2 for theadvanced Hawaiian Kempo student. I will also say that doing regular kickboxing classes along with some healthy eating has helped me drop 15-20 lbs! if(MSFPhover) { MSFPnav24n=MSFPpreload("_derived/fairfield.htm_cmp_journal5animals110_hbtn.gif"); MSFPnav24h=MSFPpreload("_derived/fairfield.htm_cmp_journal5animals110_hbtn_a.gif"); } // -->