We practice a classical martial art known as Okinawan Kenpo which roughly means "way of the fist ". Our school traces it's lineage directly to Okinawa through the late Daisensei Seikichi Odo. We are a member of the Shiho Bugei Kai, and as such, an affiliate of the Ryukyu Hon Kenpo Kobujutsu Federation, an international governing body for the practice of Ryukyu Hon Kenpo and Kobujutsu. For more detailed information about these organizations, see our links page.

Our style incorporates the use of a variety of combat elements including striking, takedowns, joint manipulation, and more. This allows students to train effective, failure-tolerant, defenses against a variety of situations.

If you decide to train with us there are a few items that you will need.

A Gi: After some time training, you will want to have an appropriate uniform. We can help you find a suitable Gi for training.

Safety gear: In a typical class there is a fair amount of contact. It is important that everyone has sparring gloves and a mouth guard at the very least. Other items that are recommended are head gear, torso sparring gear, forearm/elbow pads and lower leg protection. Again, we can help you find the appropriate gear as it is needed.

Groin protection: A cup will be mandatory.

NOTE: No equipment is required to try the class.

There is a lot of movement, impact and throwing or falling involved as you progress. If you require any additional equipment due to injury or otherwise, bring it.