What is Kenpo?

Early reference to the term "Okinawa Kenpo" dates back to the early 1900's. During this period the name was used as a generic name for all Okinawan Karate. It was not until the early 1950's that the use of the name shifted to describe a particular karate system taught by Master SHIGERU NAKAMURA.

Kenpo, literally meaning "fist principles," "way of the fist," "law of the fist form,"or "fist method," is a term used to refer to a wide variety of martial arts, and is sometimes used as a blanket term for martial arts in general, especially in East Asia. This style of karate uses linear and circular moves, intermittent power when and where needed, and minor and major moves that flow with continuity.

Kenpo is a style of karate that can be practiced by people whether you're 5 or 105. It helps build stamina, focus, agility, flexibility, and confidence. It is also an ideal activity for families to learn together. BKA encourages "family time" at our dojo.

BKA'S STYLE OF KENPO:
The "Old School" Martial Arts instructors believe that rigorous, physically demanding, military-style instruction is what Karate is all about. As a result, many potential black belts quit, instructors suffering from years of abuse have difficulty demonstrating proper technique, and impressionable teens interpret ego as a common precept of Karate. Our dojo is not old school!

At Bouchard's Karate Academy, we teach our students the value of a strong work ethic; that is, learning to earn, and the importance of having pride in your accomplishments. We emphasize the values of teamwork, community service, perseverance, patience and respect for self and others.