HERtfordshire KENPO KARATE

Welcome to Hertfordshire's first AMERICAN KENPO KARATE.

HISTORY OF KENPO:
Kenpo is both an ancient and modern method of self development and self defense.
Kenpo is based on the Shaolin system of CH'UAN FA (Fist Law) and KOSHORYU KEMPO JUJITSU, but in actuality is a combination of five cultures, CHINESE, JAPANESE, OKINAWAN, HAWAIIAN and AMERICAN. A true blend of inner and outer strength. Kenpo helps you to develop GRACE and COORDINATION as well as STAMINA and SPEED. The basic Movements are derived from Animal forms. The Tiger, Snake, Leopard and Crane.

Through Kenpo instruction you will learn proper BREATHING techniques and movements utilising the natural Weapons of the body, The Hands and Feet. By developing Breath Control, Muscle tone, Quick Reflexes and Agility you may discover a new inner harmony and outer ability which can help you through life.

  THE KENPO CREED (By EDmund K. Parker)

I come to you with only, Karate empty hands. I have no weapons, but should I be forced to defend myself, my principles or my honour. Should it be a matter of life or death, of right or wrong. Then here are my weapons, KARATE my empty hands.

Mr. John Noel Brennan trains and teaches as an Assistant Instructor under the expert gudiance of Mr. Andy Fitzgerald 8th Degree Associate Master of American Kenpo Karate.
(www.englishkenpo.co.uk). Mr. Fitzgerald throughout his career has trained with some of the greats of this Art from its current leading exponent Grand Master Larry Tatum to its founder Grand Master Ed. Parker. Warriors TKD and Kenpo Karate are proud to be added to his family line, and will strive to teach this beautiful art in accordance to his teachings.
According to Mr. Brennan, he has rarely come accross a Master who is not only approachable but who will go out of his way to ensure support is readily available at all times.

Also in the pipe line for our Kenpo Karate, is to join up with Buckinghamshire Kenpo Karate who is run by Assistant Instructor David O'Meara and Shabazz Joseph to strengthen our family tree in the South East.
Mr. O'Meara not only trains and teaches Kenpo Karate with Mr. Fitzgerald and Mr. Brennan, he also holds a 5th Degree Black Belt in Kickboxing with Cobra Martial Arts Association, Whilst Mr. Joseph holds a 4th Degree in Kickboxing, both guys are valued martial artist and a true friends.