Sacramento Kenpo Karate

Lee Wedlake at Graham Lelliott's Kenpo School
Hello All!

Just a quick note to tell you all that you're doing a terrific job. I thought I'd throw out a few pictures from Lee Wedlake's seminar held at Graham Lelliott's in Fresno. Ron was there too, but I couldn't seem to get him to pose for any pictures!

Gary Arnold at Lee Wedlake's Seminar

Working on Long Three

Amy, Pete and SukYee

Amy and Suk Yee

Amy and Graham

Amy and Lee 2010

American Kenpo Karate is a hard/soft style of martial arts, created by Ed Parker, 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 at Mather Sports Facility.     

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November 2010

Upcoming Seminars for this Saturday Nov. 6, 2010 are:

Lee Wedlake seminar @ Graham Lelliots – 2139 Shaw ave, Suite E8 Clovis, CA 93612

John Sepulveda seminar @ Sher Khan – 8936 Elk Grove Blvd. Elk Grove, CA 95624

KENPO 101 –

Economy of Motion - Any movement that takes less time to execute and still causes the intended effect.

SKK Monthly Update –

Woohoo! We promoted Gianah to yellow belt, she definitely earned it. If you have not congratulated her please do so. Our children class is very large 18 +/- students. I really appreciate everyone's patience. I am trying to get to all of you parents at one point or another to let you know how well they are doing.  

We have 3 new adult students starting up with us, if you have not met Jona, Mark, and John please introduce yourselves.

Please note, if you have paid Cordova Recreation and Park District, bring in your receipt to confirm that they have you on their roster. Lately, they have been hit and miss on recording students who have paid.

SKK REMINDERS

• 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 do not wear jewelry in class. These reminders are for the safety of your fellow students. Thank you.
• 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
• Dues paid by the 10^th of every month.
• 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 of martial arts, created by Ed Parker, 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 at Mather Sports Facility.     

Sacramento Kenpo Karate

October 2010

Yayyy!!!! Instructor AMY LONG has been promoted to 3^rd Degree Black, a full instructor of the arts. Please congratulate her, if you have not. Gary Arnold has been promoted to Green and Morgan Shaw was promoted to Yellow belt, make sure you congratulate them as well.

Ask us about upcoming seminars.

KENPO 101 –

Lemniscate (Lemniscate of Bernoulli)–

Most of us recognize this symbol as the infinity symbol, a figure 8, and in some cases as the ouroboros. This symbol has been at the forefront of our training lately.

Torque -

"Moment" is the general term for the tendency of one or more applied forces to rotate an object about an axis (the concept which in physics is called torque). Rotational analogues of force, mass, and acceleration are torque, moment of inertia, and angular acceleration, respectively.(Taken from Wikipedia)

SKK Monthly Update –

Wow! Our children's class is growing. We are now up to 18 children. If you have not had a chance to say hello to our new children, please do so. SKK would like to thank Tyler1, James, Matthew, Gianah, and Joshua for their help in class.

We have a handful of students out there that have not shown their bright and cheery faces these past few weeks or even months. You know who you are, and know that you are missed.

SKK REMINDERS

• 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 do not wear jewelry in class. These reminders are for the safety of your fellow students. Thank you.
• 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
• Dues paid by the 10^th of every month.
• 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 of martial arts, created by Ed Parker, 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 at Mather Sports Facility.     

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Graham Lelliott's Kenpo Camp May 2011 Not only did I receive it, I'm posting for all to see.  This is a terrific camp with some of the warmest people I've ever encountered.  We will absolutely be there if finances allow.  Well worth the money. Hi Amy, Just letting everyone know that we will be doing the camp Wonder Valley again next year in May 2011.  It would be great to see you and if you can pass the word around i would be very grateful. I am sending you an attachment of a poster that you could possibly use to advertise the event at your Dojo.  Also if you click on the website www.glkenpo.com there is information on the event, but you will need to register an interest via the Jot-form on the site. This does not lock you into any financial obligations until such time as we will require a deposit. Im sure you can appreciate that the room space is limited, so an earlier response would help my wife Jaydean tremendously. The Jot-form will go directly to her from this link and she will correspond with you. I would appreciate that you would send myself a reply acknowledging that you have received this email at glkenpo@hotmail.com . Take care and be safe. Graham American Kenpo Karate is a hard/soft style of martial arts, created by Ed Parker, 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 at Mather Sports Facility.

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KENPO 101 –

Shuffle –

Shifting the body forward and back to close or increase the distance between you and your opponent.  In Kenpo there are four methods that accomplish this: push drag, drag step, step drag, and pull drag.

SKK Monthly Update –

Please say hi to James, Alyssa, and Rodney Jr. our newest members to SKK children's class. Kudos go out to Alex, Matthew, James G, Joshua and Gianah for their continued attendance and enthusiasm in class. Keep up the good work! It is really a pleasure working with you guys.

SKK would like to welcome Brian to our adult class, if you have not had a chance please welcome him to the SKK family. It is always a pleasure to see Morgan, Bryan H., Andy and Jessica in class, you guys are doing excellent. We would like to extend a very warm thank you to Bryan P., and Eugene for their support and help with all of our students. Gary, Jeff and Ron S continue to show improvement.

We have a handful of students out there that have not shown their bright and cheery faces these past few weeks or even months. You know who you are, and know that you are missed.

SKK REMINDERS

• 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 do not wear jewelry in class. These reminders are for the safety of your fellow students. Thank you.
• 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
• Dues paid by the 10^th of every month.
• 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. 

American Kenpo Karate is a hard/soft style of martial arts, created by Ed Parker, 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 at Mather Sports Facility.     

Wonder Valley Camp

This is happening in May of 2011. We hope to be attending! American Kenpo Karate is a hard/soft style of martial arts, created by Ed Parker, 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 at Mather Sports Facility.

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AUGUST 21 – BELL'S KENPO KARATE IN FRESNO, CA IS HOSTING THE "TIGER'S DEN". MOHAMAD TABATABAI, RICHARD HALE, AND DAVE CROUCH ARE THE INSTRUCTORS. TIME IS YET TBD.

YAYYY! AMY AND I ARE BACK FROM VACATION.

KENPO 101 –

Inward Parry –

A blocking method (usually with an open hand) that requires your blocking arm to travel from outside in as it redirects a blow or kick by riding or going with the force.

Toe-Heel –

Method of determining the proper width of a neutral bow stance where the toe of the forward foot is in line with the heel of the rear foot.

 

SKK NEWS – HELLO!!

SKK children's class continues to grow. We are currently up to 14 students for our children's class. Yayyyyyyyyyy!!!! To the students who have been there for more than 2 months, please introduce yourselves (if you haven't already) and show them the SKK hospitality.

Our adult class is getting back to its former glory, slowly but surely. It is nice to see Gary and Michael back. Bryan, Eugene and Jeff continue to be our mainstays. Ron and Rob have been busy with life situations but it is good to see them. We really enjoy Bryan and Jessica's enthusiasm for Kenpo, you guys are a delight to teach. We now have Morgan who has prior experience with a similar Kenpo style. It is going to be a pleasure working with him.  Just want you'all to know that it is a pleasure to teach, work and in some cases learn from you guys. Thank you!

SKK REMINDERS

• 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 do not wear jewelry in class. These reminders are for the safety of your fellow students. Thank you.
• 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
• Dues paid by the 10^th of every month.
• 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.

American Kenpo Karate is a hard/soft style of martial arts, created by Ed Parker, 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 at Mather Sports Facility.     

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Dennis Conatser Seminar

HEADS UP EVERYONE – DENNIS CONATSER IS GOING TO GIVE US AN IMPROMPTU CLASS ON JULY 8^TH, 2010 – MATHER SPORTS FACILITY BETWEEN 7:15 AND 7:30 – WE ARE ASKING FOR A $25.00 DOLLAR DONATION AT THE DOOR. PLEASE COME SEE AND LEARN FROM ONE OF THE TOP AMERICAN KENPOIST AROUND.

ALSO – BOTH AMY AND I ARE GOING ON VACATION FROM JULY 16^TH TO JULY 30^TH WE WILL BE UP NORTH AT THE R-RANCH.

KENPO 101 –

The 3 Stages of learning –

Embryonic: You know nothing about karate and are just beginning to learn the basic steps involved in techniques and forms.

Mechanical: You understand the mechanics of running techniques, but not necessarily the flow between techniques and you can't react instinctively to an attack.

Spontaneous: You understand both the mechanics of running techniques and how they flow together. You properly react to an attack without thinking.

Torque –

Twisting and rotating action used to position your body and muscles to work at maximum efficiency.

SKK NEWS

Hello!

It appears that I did not post a blog for the month of June. Oops! I apologize for that little mishap.

SKK wants to congratulate both Matthew and James they were promoted to yellow belt on June 10, 2010. (please forgive me if I have the dates wrong)

SKK children's class has grown in the past month. Please welcome Adam, Jaden, Jonathan, Austin, and Giana to our school. We also want to throw out a "Hello!" to both Tyler M. and James G., they are both out of town and we do miss them, hurry back guys. Thanks to Alex, Matthew and Travis for being outstanding students, as well as, helpers for their instructors.

Our adult class is starting to shape up again. Please welcome Jessica Nguyen and Bryan Hill to the class. It is good to have Jeff Lane, Michael Cole and Rob Fillpot back in class.  Bryan P and Eugene are still gracing us with their presence. Everyone please keep up the awesome enthusiasm and lets keep it fun.

REMINDERS:

• 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 do not wear jewelry in class. These reminders are for the safety of your fellow students. Thank you.
• 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
• Dues paid by the 10^th of every month.
• 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.

American Kenpo Karate is a hard/soft style of martial arts, created by Ed Parker, 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 at Mather Sports Facility.     

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Kenpo Terminology 101

Circular Movements - Moves that predominantly loop or follow a curve. Such moves can be used defensively or offensively.

Kiai - A loud noise cause by the rapid expulsion of air from the diaphragm of the body. This expulsion of air creates stability, increases force, fortifies the body and can have a psychological effect upon your opponent. Kiai originally meant "breathing exercise".

 

SKK NEWS

Hello all!

I apologize for the lateness for this months posting.

Well, our children' class is just amazing. Tyler '1' is very diligent and very solid in his work. Alex is the big brother and the strength both spiritually and physically in class. James is great with his happy spirit and continued growth in the arts. Matthew has boundless energy and a very positive attitude that is always present. Nehemiah continues to strive and grow with his knowledge of Kenpo. Our newest member, Tyler '2', is very enthusiastic and another fast learner. Kiaaaii!!! Kudos to our children's class. Keep up the excellent work, guys!

Sad to say, our adult class has diminished as of late.  Thanks to Eugene, Ron, Jeff, and Bryan for the consistent attendance.  We continue to modify, upgrade, and adapt basic principles thanks to Dr. Dave Crouch. SKK technique application is continuously gaining in power, speed, and efficiency.  

I know that life hits than we do (sometimes) and things come up, so if and when time permits, please come by our school and grace us with your presence. We miss you all, and you know who you are…

REMINDERS:

• All students must wear a karate uniform or workout clothes. Male students have to wear a groin protector.
• Hygiene is a good thing. Please make sure your karate uniform is clean, finger and toe nails are trimmed, and do not wear jewelry in class. These reminders are for the safety of your fellow students. Thank you.
• 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
• Dues paid by the 10^th of every month.
• 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. 

American Kenpo Karate is a hard/soft style of martial arts, created by Ed Parker, 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 at Mather Sports Facility.     

             

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Angle of No Return - Refers to the position and angle of the upper body and hips while delivering a front kick or forward motion, making it awkward, difficult, and illogical to attempt to return to your starting position. Because of the awkwardness and the time needed to return to your original position, exposure of your vital areas would work in your opponent's favor--not to mention your inability to render an immediate counter.

Forms – Is literally a short story of motion. It consists of basic movements of offense and defense incorporated into a dance-like routine for purposes of exercising, training without a partner, or training at home. It is an index of offensive and defensive maneuvers whereby one can get answers to certain situations. It is a physical expression of form, speed, power, continuity, poise, grace, timing, and knowledge.

SKK NEWS

Happy April everyone!

The children's class is really fun to teach. Travis, Tyler, Alex, James, and Nehemiah are fast becoming young kenpo practitioners. I find it very satisfying to teach to these students. They are very good listeners and they "want" to be in class, that is very refreshing to see that kind of attitude in class. We just picked up a new student and his name is Matthew, please say hi to him.

Our adult class continues to excel on all levels. Bryan and Eugene are hard at working on their form and technique. Gary and Michael are discovering new things the green belt has to offer, and loving them. Johnny has come back after a long hiatus. Ronald continues in his effort to become more relaxed and it is showing, good job Ron.

I know that life hits more than we do (sometimes) and things come up, so if and when time permits, please come by our school and grace us with your presence. We miss you all, and you know who you are…

REMINDERS:

Hygiene is a good thing. Please make sure your karate uniform is clean, finger and toe nails are trimmed, and do not wear jewelry in class. These reminders are for the safety of your fellow students. Thank you.

Let us know by phone or e-mail if you cannot show up for class.

Dues paid by the 10^th of every month.

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.

American Kenpo Karate is a hard/soft style of martial arts, created by Ed Parker, 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 at Mather Sports Facility.