Black Belt Program
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The goal of our Adult Karate Program is to focus on stress relief through stretching and breathing exercises, to learn effective self defense techniques utilizing punches and kicks, and to combine these new skills into an effective strength and conditioning workout.The Kempo system is based on the Shaolin Ch’uan Fa system. It is a highly effective blend of Karate and Kung Fu techniques that offer an excellent form of self defense for all age groups, especially adults.
AGE GROUPS
Adult classes are for ages 16+. These classes are 45 minutes to an hour in length. Students attend two classes per week.
PROGRESSION
Students in the Adult Kempo Program will learn the entirety of the Kempo curriculum. As adults progress through the ranks they will learn a variety of combinations (numbered), kempos (named), jiu jitsu (escape techniques), and forms (katas and pinans). These are strategically placed through the ranks to teach the adult students power, timing, speed, accuracy, and skill in movement.
Belt Ranks:
- White Belt
- Yellow Belt
- Orange Belt
- Purple Belt (Black Uniform Available)
- Blue Belt
- Blue Belt with Black Stripe
- Green Belt (Red Uniform Available)
- Green Belt with Black Stripe
- Brown 3rd Degree
- Brown 2nd Degree (1 Black Stripe)
- Brown 1st Degree (2 Black Stripes)
- Black Belt
BENEFITS
Kempo Academy’s Black Belt Program instills and cultivates the following characteristics in all students:
- Stress Relief
- Balance
- Self-Defense
- Strength and Conditioning
- Cardiovascular Fitness
- Flexibility
- Fine Motor Skills
- Footwork
- Speed
- Timing
- Coordination
- Accuracy
- Reflexes
- Confidence
- Spiritual Growth