Great Class As Always!

 It's hard not to just LOVE kenpo.  We're back from our vacation and boy have we missed class!  This week we have been banging through all kinds of techniques, working on torque, upper and lower body connection and a lot more.

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American Kenpo Karate is a hard/soft style of martial arts, created by Ed Parker, designed to promote good self-esteem.  We teach Sacramento Martial Arts and Amy Long is putting together another copy volume of the Kenpo Continuum.

Sacramento Kenpo Karate

Sacramento Kenpo Karate

June, means happy Father's Day and most children are starting "Summer Vacation".

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We are taking a two (2) week vacation starting June 29 and ending in July 15.

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AMERICAN KENPO KNOWLEDGE 101

PARTIAL ARTISTS – A slang term describing those martial artists whose system is very limited in knowledge, substance, and material, but who profess to be superior over all others. (Ed Parker's Encyclopedia of Kenpo, pg 90)

PATTERN ADDICT – One who is caught up in traditionally prescribed movements.  (Ed Parker's Encyclopedia of Kenpo pg 90)

It's not the purpose of kenpo to teach you overkill, but rather to become over-skilled. (The Zen of Kenpo, pg 109)

SKK SKK SKK SKK SKK SKK   "Every little bit, counts…"   SKK SKK SKK SKK SKK SKK

SKK Monthly Update –

The children class is currently moving along well. Matthew and Joshua continue to show us excellent examples of how students are to behave in class. We have some new students who have joined us for the month of June please say hi to them if you have not already. Oh my gosh!!! We are up to around 26 children in our class. I thank everyone for their patience and understanding. I would love to be able to work with everyone of them on an individual basis, but that is not to be. Thank you for your support.

The adult class is as fun as always. Again, those adults that show up early and help with the children class, thank you. Your help is greatly appreciated. Our adult class is becoming more entertaining and lively. We have some more adult females who are becoming quite deadly in their endeavors. Watch out everyone.

Our Wednesday "advanced" training/practice session has become an issue lately. Please note it is specifically for Brown belts and higher. Those individuals that are interested in showing up on Wednesdays need to be at least Orange belt and it will be a case by case assessment.

Below are general rank/promotion outlines. Obviously, these estimates will vary according to individuals…   

• Yellow Belt   This level introduces you to the fundamentals and will help you achieve better physical conditioning. Sparring is introduced at this level for the purpose of condition. It takes the average person about three to five months to earn a Yellow Belt.
• Orange Belt   You begin to create speed and power in your kicks and punches. You learn to block and counter-punch with amazing effectiveness. It takes about five to seven months to earn a Orange Belt.
• Purple Belt   At this level you begin to learn free-style sparring. You will notice that your confidence has increased by this time. You are now well on your way to Black Belt. The Purple Belt is reached from about seven to twelve months from beginning Martial Arts.
• Blue Belt   At this belt level you begin to feel comfortable with free-sparring. Your skills will be sharpened from intermediate to an advanced level of training. Blue Belt is reached after about one and a half years of training.
• Green Belt   Your posture and body stances will express your new-found confidence. In fact, both you hands and feet will become effective weapons. It takes about 24 months of training to earn a Green Belt.
• Brown Belt   As a Brown Belt your emotional and mental outlook is deepened and you become even more confident. You develop expertise in the Martial Arts. The average duration to Brown Belt is three years.

**********SKK REMINDERS **********

Please pay your dues by the 10^th of every month.

Make sure you keep your receipt when you pay your dues.

• All students must wear a karate uniform or workout clothes. Male students must wear a groin protector.
• Hygiene is a good thing. Please make sure your karate uniform is clean, finger and toe nails are trimmed, and remove jewelry in class. These reminders are for the safety of your fellow students. Thank you.
• Please, let us know by phone or e-mail if you cannot show up for class.
• Ms. Long's information
• Cell – 916-690-1682
• Email – kenpokaratechick@gmail.com
• Mr. Nakamoto's information
• Cell – 916-832-2882
• Email – ronnak4967@gmail.com
• We charge a $10.00 belt fee for all belt promotions.
• The SKK patch is on sale for $10.00 each or $16.00 for two.
• Karate uniforms range from $20.00 to $25.00 depending on size.

             

American Kenpo Karate is a hard/soft style designed to promote good self-esteem, confidence, self-reliance, excellent defensive skills and is a lot of fun. If you want to learn the ultimate in self defense, we teach Kenpo Karate in Rancho Cordova for the Cordova Recreation & Park District at Mather Sports Facility

Sacramento Kenpo Karate

SACRAMENTO KENPO KARATE

Happy May!!!

We have Cinco De Mayo, Mother's Day May 13^th and Memorial Day the 28^th.

ATTENTION             ATTENTION             ATTENTION

Make sure that you get and keep your receipt for the monthly tuition to Cordova Recreation and Park District. The amount of students attending and the amount of students enrolled through the Park District are very different. Thank you.

SKK/AMERICAN KENPO 101

 

CONTROL – 

1. The regulation of force to produce (a) accuracy as well as (b) the degree of injury. For example, a punch that strikes a specific target without injuring it requires control. Control may or may not involve touching your target. It takes even greater CONTROL to avoid injuring a person who is constantly moving.
2. The ability (a) to prevent or curtail your opponent's actions, or (b) to guide your opponent wherever, however, and whenever. Checks are types of controls. They are good examples of how one can temporarily prevent or curtail an opponent from taking action. (Ed Parker's Encyclopedia of Kenpo, pg 33)

 

Mind , breath, and strength must culminate simultaneously, if you plan to maximize power. 

(The Zen of Kenpo, pg 91)

 

Self-defense techniques are expansions of Katas or Forms. (The Zen of Kenpo, pg 117)

SKK Monthly Update –

Well, children class seems to be holding steady at around 22 students. Please have your child/children be ready before class starts, so that we can start on time and everyone involved gets their allotted learning in. Kudos, to those students who are looking good. Some of the older white belts are getting ready for promotion, we will make sure that you are ready. Keep up the excellent work everyone.

 

The adult class is moving along really well. Some of our students are ready for promotion. We really appreciate and enjoy working with all of our adults. Keep on smackin…

 

**********SKK REMINDERS **********

Please pay your dues by the 10^th of every month.

Make sure you keep your receipt when you pay your dues.

·  All students must wear a karate uniform or workout clothes. Male students must wear a groin protector.

·  Hygiene is a good thing. Please make sure your karate uniform is clean, finger and toe nails are trimmed, and remove jewelry in class. These reminders are for the safety of your fellow students. Thank you.

·  Please, let us know by phone or e-mail if you cannot show up for class.

·  Ms. Long's information

§  Cell – 916-690-1682

§  Email – kenpokaratechick@gmail.com

·  Mr. Nakamoto's information

§  Cell – 916-832-2882

§  Email – ronnak4967@gmail.com

·  We charge a $10.00 belt fee for all belt promotions.

·  The SKK patch is on sale for $10.00 each or $16.00 for two.

·  Karate uniforms range from $20.00 to $25.00 depending on size.

             

American Kenpo Karate is a hard/soft style designed to promote good self-esteem, confidence, self-reliance, excellentdefensive skills and is a lot of fun. If you want to learn the ultimate in self defense, we teach Kenpo Karate in Rancho Cordova for the Cordova Recreation & Park District at Mather Sports Facility

 

Sacramento Kenpo Karate

April is here already…Sheesh. I hope all of our children are enjoying "Spring Break".

Classes are still happening during "Spring Break".

Easter Sunday April 8^th! Have a Happy Easter Everyone!

AMERICAN KENPO KNOWLEDGE 101

PRACTICAL MOVES – Realistic moves that are functional in combat. Moves that not only work during practice, but on the streets as well. (Ed Parker's Encyclopedia of Kenpo, pg 96)

PRACTICE – To engage in frequent workouts so that the increased number of repetitions proportionately adds to one's proficiency. (Ed Parker's Encyclopedia of Kenpo pg 96)

He who does not practice has no advantage over one who can never practice. (The Zen of Kenpo, pg 94)

SKK SKK SKK SKK SKK SKK   "Every little bit, counts…"   SKK SKK SKK SKK SKK SKK

 SKK Monthly Update –

Our children class is so big. It is awesome to see everyone learning and getting along. I need to restate that I will not hand out colored stripes; to those children who keep asking me if and when do they get a new stripe. We need to get on track with the training. Some of you guys need to get promoted. A lot of our new White belts need to learn short form one. I hope you guys are ready…

The adult class is as fun as always. Again, those adults that show up early and help with the children class, thank you. Your help is greatly appreciated.

Our Wednesday "advanced" training/practice session has become an issue lately. Please note it is specifically for Brown belts and higher. Those individuals that are interested in showing up on Wednesdays need to be at least Orange belt and it will be a case by case assessment.

Below are general rank/promotion outlines. Obviously, these estimates will vary according to individuals…   

• Yellow Belt   This level introduces you to the fundamentals and will help you achieve better physical conditioning. Sparring is introduced at this level for the purpose of condition. It takes the average person about three to five months to earn a Yellow Belt.
• Orange Belt   You begin to create speed and power in your kicks and punches. You learn to block and counter-punch with amazing effectiveness. It takes about five to seven months to earn a Orange Belt.
• Purple Belt   At this level you begin to learn free-style sparring. You will notice that your confidence has increased by this time. You are now well on your way to Black Belt. The Purple Belt is reached from about seven to twelve months from beginning Martial Arts.
• Blue Belt   At this belt level you begin to feel comfortable with free-sparring. Your skills will be sharpened from intermediate to an advanced level of training. Blue Belt is reached after about one and a half years of training.
• Green Belt   Your posture and body stances will express your new-found confidence. In fact, both you hands and feet will become effective weapons. It takes about 24 months of training to earn a Green Belt.
• Brown Belt   As a Brown Belt your emotional and mental outlook is deepened and you become even more confident. You develop expertise in the Martial Arts. The average duration to Brown Belt is three years.

 

**********SKK REMINDERS **********

Please pay your dues by the 10^th of every month.

Make sure you keep your receipt when you pay your dues.

• All students must wear a karate uniform or workout clothes. Male students must wear a groin protector.
• Hygiene is a good thing. Please make sure your karate uniform is clean, finger and toe nails are trimmed, and remove jewelry in class. These reminders are for the safety of your fellow students. Thank you.
• Please, let us know by phone or e-mail if you cannot show up for class.
• Ms. Long's information
• Cell – 916-690-1682
• Email – kenpokaratechick@gmail.com
• Mr. Nakamoto's information
• Cell – 916-832-2882
• Email – ronnak4967@gmail.com
• We charge a $10.00 belt fee for all belt promotions.
• The SKK patch is on sale for $10.00 each or $16.00 for two.
• Karate uniforms range from $20.00 to $25.00 depending on size.

             

American Kenpo Karate is a hard/soft style designed to promote good self-esteem, confidence, self-reliance, excellent defensive skills and is a lot of fun. If you want to learn the ultimate in self defense, we teach Kenpo Karate in Rancho Cordova for the Cordova Recreation & Park District at Mather Sports Facility

Sacramento Kenpo Karate

 

Mr. Lee Wedlake is coming to Fresno on March 17.  He will be at GL Kenpo at 2139 Shaw, Clovis, CA. 93611  Phone: (559) 291-1838.

Happy St. Patrick's Day.

 

 

AMERICAN KENPO KNOWLEDGE 101

 

CENTER OF MASS – An odd phenomenon where maximum power can still be obtained though the center of mass remains stationary, and the body limbs strike out in opposite directions. This phenomenon can only work if the center of your body mass remains centered regardless of the opposing forces of your limbs. Although it appears as if directional harmony is void during this type of action, power, nevertheless, is still enhanced. The opposing forces of the limbs are not assisted in anyway by the center of your body mass, which remains neutral. As already stated, it is an odd phenomenon, but experience affirms its reality. (Ed Parker's Encyclopedia of Kenpo, pg 24)

 

Slow moves develop good habits. (The Zen of Kenpo, pg 63)

 

A form (kata) is a case study of motion  (The Zen of Kenpo, pg 39)

 

SKK Monthly Update –

 

Our children class is still growing. I am having a really good time teaching all of them. They are a good group of children.

 

The adult class is becoming a really good group of people. Please say hi to Nancy and Tim they joined our class within the past few weeks. They are going to be a wonderful addition.  I really appreciate the help that the upper belts are providing in helping me teach the children class.

 

**********SKK REMINDERS **********

Please pay your dues by the 10^th of every month.

Make sure you keep your receipt when you pay your dues.

• All students must wear a karate uniform or workout clothes. Male students must wear a groin protector.
• Hygiene is a good thing. Please make sure your karate uniform is clean, finger and toe nails are trimmed, and remove jewelry in class. These reminders are for the safety of your fellow students. Thank you.
• Please, let us know by phone or e-mail if you cannot show up for class.
• Ms. Long's information
• Cell – 916-690-1682
• Email – kenpokaratechick@gmail.com
• Mr. Nakamoto's information
• Cell – 916-832-2882
• Email – ronnak4967@gmail.com
• We charge a $10.00 belt fee for all belt promotions.
• The SKK patch is on sale for $10.00 each or $16.00 for two.
• Karate uniforms range from $20.00 to $25.00 depending on size.

             

American Kenpo Karate is a hard/soft style designed to promote good self-esteem, confidence, self-reliance, excellent defensive skills and is a lot of fun. If you want to learn the ultimate in self defense, we teach Kenpo Karate in Rancho Cordova for the Cordova Recreation & Park District at Mather Sports Facility

Sacramento Kenpo Karate

 

MR. TODD DURGAN IS COMING DOWN TO VISIT US ON SATURDAY FEB 18  FROM 11 AM TO 2 PM. If you can, we are accepting $10.00 donations. Show up, learn something new for EPAK.

 

So, Valentine's Day is coming up. I hope plans have been made.

 

AMERICAN KENPO KNOWLEDGE 101

 

TIGER – A symbol used in Kenpo to represent earthly strength derived during the early stages of learning. This is the stage where the individual is more impressed with his own physical prowess. (Ed Parker's Encyclopedia of Kenpo, pg 126)

 

DRAGON – A Symbol used in Kenpo to represent spiritual strength, humility, and self restraint. It is that ultimate stage that all Kenpo practitioners should try to achieve. (Ed Parker's Encyclopedia of Kenpo, pg 45)

 

SKK Monthly Update –

 

OMGosh! Our children class has suddenly exploded to 27 students. Wow!!! I really appreciate the help I am getting from those few who are up to the task. To all of the children, I am truly impressed with your patience. I am trying to make my way around to everyone of you. You are all special and it is truly a blast teaching you all. Thank you. Matthew and Joshua, way to step up your game, you two are becoming quite the leaders, keep it up.

 

The adult class is becoming more colorful belt wise. Yayyy!!! We really appreciate the students who have been showing up on a regular basis. We miss the ones who barely show up, please get your "priorities straightened out" so that you can get in some "hit time" with us, yeah, "we" miss hitting you. hahaha

 

**********SKK REMINDERS **********

Please pay your dues by the 10^th of every month.

Make sure you keep your receipt when you pay your dues.

• All students must wear a karate uniform or workout clothes. Male students must wear a groin protector.
• Hygiene is a good thing. Please make sure your karate uniform is clean, finger and toe nails are trimmed, and remove jewelry in class. These reminders are for the safety of your fellow students. Thank you.
• Please, let us know by phone or e-mail if you cannot show up for class.
• Ms. Long's information
• Cell – 916-690-1682
• Email – kenpokaratechick@gmail.com
• Mr. Nakamoto's information
• Cell – 916-832-2882
• Email – ronnak4967@gmail.com
• We charge a $10.00 belt fee for all belt promotions.
• The SKK patch is on sale for $10.00 each or $16.00 for two.
• Karate uniforms range from $20.00 to $25.00 depending on size.

             

American Kenpo Karate is a hard/soft style designed to promote good self-esteem, confidence, self-reliance, excellent defensive skills and is a lot of fun. If you want to learn the ultimate in self defense, we teach Kenpo Karate in Rancho Cordova for the Cordova Recreation & Park District at Mather Sports Facility

SACRAMENTO KENPO KARATE

 HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

New Year Resolution, to attend Sacramento Kenpo Karate on a regular basis. Come on folks, this is an easy one to keep for at least a couple of years.

2012 will be an amazing year.

Stay positive, focused and happy. What you put out into the universe, will come back to you likewise…

AMERICAN KENPO KNOWLEDGE 101

NEUTRAL BOW / FIGHTING STANCE – This stance allows for greater mobility than the FORWARD BOW in terms of retreating or advancing with ease. The width of this stance is formed by having one foot ahead of the other, utilizing the Toe/Heel relationship, that is the toe of the forward foot should be in line with the heel of the reat foot on a 180 degree line intersecting your opponent's vertical axis. The depth of this stance is formed by a Heel/Knee relationship, that is the heel of the forward foot should be in line with the knee of the rear leg when it is smartly and naturally placed on the ground. Both feet should run parallel to each other at an angle of 45 degrees from your opponent. Your weight should be evenly distributed (50/50), with your knees slightly bent. (Ed Parker's Encyclopedia of Kenpo, pg 85)

FORWARD BOW – A stance that can easily be initiated from a NEUTRAL BOW by rotating on the vertical axis so that the rear hip is even with the forward hip, the rear leg is straightened, and 60% of your body weight is transferred to the forward leg. The formation of this stance can give you greater reach, enhance your power, and can effectively be used as a leg check, buckle, bracing angle, or break. (Ed Parker's Encyclopedia of Kenpo, pg 56-57)

SKK Monthly Update –

The children class is really fun. All of our children are doing really well in class. The bright smiley faces and enthusiasm is always wonderful to see. Keep up the hard work guys.

The adult class is slowly but surely growing with new students. We have a couple of new students so if you have not met them please introduce yourselves. The adult class is the main reason why we keep teaching it is always a pleasure to teach people who enjoy learning how to 'move the meat-bag'.

Thank you! To those of you who have taken on teaching roles or have been asked to help teach. Please know, that it is really appreciated. Oh, and that we will more than likely keep asking for your help. hehehehe

**********SKK REMINDERS **********

Please pay your dues by the 10^th of every month.

Make sure you keep your receipt when you pay your dues.

• All students must wear a karate uniform or workout clothes. Male students must wear a groin protector.
• Hygiene is a good thing. Please make sure your karate uniform is clean, finger and toe nails are trimmed, and remove jewelry in class. These reminders are for the safety of your fellow students. Thank you.
• Please, let us know by phone or e-mail if you cannot show up for class.
• Ms. Long's information
• Cell – 916-690-1682
• Email – kenpokaratechick@gmail.com
• Mr. Nakamoto's information
• Cell – 916-832-2882
• Email – ronnak4967@gmail.com
• We charge a $10.00 belt fee for all belt promotions.
• The SKK patch is on sale for $10.00 each or $16.00 for two.
• Karate uniforms range from $20.00 to $25.00 depending on size.

             

American Kenpo Karate is a hard/soft style designed to promote good self-esteem, confidence, self-reliance, excellent defensive skills and is a lot of fun. If you want to learn the ultimate in self defense, we teach Kenpo Karate in Rancho Cordova for the Cordova Recreation & Park District at Mather Sports Facility