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Chinese Hawaiian Kenpo Academy
Jack F. C. Shamburger, Sifu

Classes held at
Village Martial Arts
188 East 3rd Street, Ground Floor

For the moment, contact us via e-mail
for more information

a Tracy's Kenpo affiliate

The martial arts have been portrayed through history as mystical, but in fact there is nothing magic about it. The martial arts are a combination of art and physical skills developed through discipline and hard work by dedicated practitioners. Students who begin to study the martial arts with an open mind and a serious attitude can expect to develop power and strength they have always possessed but never realized.

A Short History of Kenpo

Kenpo is a mixture of five cultures: Chinese, Japanese Okinawan, Hawaiian (before Hawaii became a U.S. state) and American. It was passed down through the Mitose family, who studied the original art in China in the 1600s and brought it back to Japan. From there, it was taken to Hawaii, where Ed Parker studied it and brought it back to mainland United States in 1954. Ed Parker described Kenpo in this way:

"Kenpo employs linear as well as circular moves, utilizing intermittent power when and where needed, interspersed with minor and major moves which flow with continuity. It is flexible in thought and action so as to blend with encounters as they occur."

Shamburger's Chinese Hawaiian Kenpo System is a unique blend of the old and the new. The art is based on many of the traditional disciplines from China and Japan but adapted to reflect the realities of the modern world. Teaching focuses on positive values and encourages all students to develop themselves mentally, physically, and spiritually. As a fighting system, Kenpo is geared toward self-defense, and since physical strength is not important, it is an ideal system for men, women, and children of all ages.

Adults: You are never too old to begin the study of the martial arts. In fact, if you are thinking about getting in shape, what better way to do so than while learning self-defense techniques that could save your life? One hour group classes for beginners through advanced students are designed to develop the physical conditioning, basic fighting skills, and self-defense techniques necessary for students to progress to the black belt level.

Women: You'll never want to take another aerobics class once you've tried a CHKA group class! The cardiovascular benefits and strength conditioning involved with Kenpo training will ensure noticeable changes in your body, whether your goal is to lose weight or just tone up. Kenpo is an ideal self-defense system for women since the movements used do not require strenght, but skill, speed and technique. Kenpo's emphasis on street self-defense enables women to build the self-confidence many lack in the increasingly violent world we are faced with today.

Children: Our Children's Program provides a wonderful opportunity for children ages 3 and up to participate in an activity that is both educational and fun. Classes are tailored to your child's appropriate developmental level, fostering both physical and mental growth. Classes focus on increasing: self esteem; self confidence; self discipline; self control; motivation; coordination; focus & attention; socialization skills; and leadership skills. We offer a very flexible schedule, allowing your child to attend classes in a way that is compatible with your family's busy life. Classes are taught by certified Kenpo instructors.

Kickboxing: Everbody can join our Kickboxing class regardless of belt level. We also have a program for those who want only Kickboxing.

Private Instruction: A special aspect of our Kenpo system is the individual instruction that complements your regular training. You will receive one to six 30-minute private lessons a month, depending on your program. These private lessons are individually tailored to provide students with the instruction necessary to help them advance in their program.