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If you mean the type of grappling where you roll around on the ground, then there isn't any unless some Kenpo system incorporates it into the cirriculum. Kenpo/Kempo has many take-down techniques that can range from sweeps to trips to throws, but the main emphasis is to take out your attacker with multiple strikes using both your hands and feet. If you're more comfortable with grappling, have you thought about Jujitsu or Judo and then cross training in Kenpo?

KK75, What made you move? Was it for school, a job, or just chage of scenary? When you moved was it to be a permanent thing? So long as you keep your ties with your former dojo and train with them every time you visit home, it'll be like you never left. In the meantime learn all you can from your current dojo and think of them as an extension of your family. I know how this is. When my training buddies from college all went our separate ways, I felt lost for the longest time. Eventually I found things to fill the void such as looking for a job. After I did that and got settled in, I got the urge to start training again and after looking around my area for the same type of martial arts system and atmosphere I was used to, I decided to join a Shotokan club which was the only thing in existance. Although it was not like what I was used to, it came close in some respects. I made many a good friends, but I still needed something more. Eventually I sought out the martial arts system where my original training came from, and eventually got many of my old training buddies involved in the very same system. Now even tho we live apart, we actually get together to train, and it's like coming home again. Well enough of my ramblings and I hope it is of some use!!

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That is the same method I have used to restring my chucks. I used paracord because it last longer and it is actually easier to tie and it dosen't leave a big bulky knot on the side. The cord does run down into the chucks probably no more than an inch to 2". I guess if you hollow out the top for your peice of wood, and place two holes through the sides to allow for your stringing, then you won't have to carve out the channels in the side. The drawback is that the string is now fully exposed and can actually cause a problem when manipulating the chucks. Hope this answers some of your question or most. good luck!

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I am a practioner of Kenpo/Kempo(used interchangeably). As KSN Doug states there are many variations of Kenpo. There's Chinese Kenpo, Okinawan Kempo, American Kenpo, Kara-Ho Kempo, Kajukenbo, Shorinji Kempo, Koshu-Ryu Kempo, Hawaiian Kenpo, etc. Kenpo/Kempo is for the most part a striking art that focuses on mainly on self defense techniques. They do have their respective katas and some have weapons training. They also incorporate kicks just like any other martial arts system, how they are executed is up to the system. Kenpo/Kempo is sometimes seen as an "overkill" system because of the numerous strikes taught in a self defense technique. You may even hear it called a "slap" art because of the many checks the art uses. The use of the check is to prevent any intentional or unintentional strikes after delivering your strike or counterstrike. If you watch "The Perfect Weapon", what you will see is American Kenpo, otherwise known as Parker Kenpo. Do a search on the net under Kenpo and you should see many hits on the subject. If you have a Kenpo school near you go observe a class and talk to the instructor, students, or parents. Well hope this is of some help.

Always expect the unexpected......hit them just hard as they hit you. This will keep them honest, but in your case since you did not have the chance to return the favor, just remember to maintain your self contol and focus the next time you spar with this upper rank. If he/she should loose his/her focus and control during that sparring session, simply return the favor. Keep your chin up and get well soon!

Like with breaking techniques, follow-thru is what is needed versus snapping techniques. Just think of snapping kicks as a jab, and the follow-thru kick as the cross. First one speed related, the latter power related. As far as attacking the knees, well unless you have no other choice but to brake/dislocate the knee then by all means use the follow-thru. Otherwise perhaps a simpler solution would be attacking the knee from behind as it naturally will bend, and at the sametime save you on the medical expenses and lawyer fees!!

It is unfortunate that there are dojos out there that are strictly in it for the money. But we should understand that if you want to make a living by teaching the martial arts then making money will be a large factor. It'll just boil down to the integrity of the instructor, and eventually of his/her students. When I say integrity, I mean being true to yourself by holding onto and passing on all the traditions of your martial arts training to your students. Unfortunately, there are those few out there who seek the coveted black belt and are willing to spend the least amount of time and effort in earning their rank.

10:1 ratio is a good start.

Well there is American Kenpo(aka: Parker Kenpo), Kara-Ho Kempo(Prof. Chow's system), Tracey's Kenpo(Tracey system), Koshu-ryu Kempo(Mitose system), Shaolin Kenpo(Castro system), just to name a few. There are many other Kenpo/Kempo systems out there and my experience in Kenpo/Kempo(used interchangeably) focuses mainly on self defense first and katas second. There is a good mixture between hand and feet techniques. Kenpo/Kempo has been known for it's quick hand techniques and multiple strikes, sometimes referred to as "overkill". I suggest that you do a search on the Kenpo/Kempo style on the internet as there are plenty of sites with information and school listing. As with any martial art, I would recommend you seek out the studios you may want to train at and ask all the appropriate questions, and even watch their classes. Well I hope this is of some help to you. Good Luck!!

The wearing of a black belt that looses it's color and turns white again is analogus(sp?) to coming full circle in your training.

Hello, I suggest that you do check out the martial arts offered in your area. If there are more than one style offered, ie. Japanese/Okinawan karate, Korean karate, American kenpo, Traditional kenpo, or any Jujitsu flavored dojos, go in and observe and then speak to the instructor(s), students, and parents. See if any offer a free lesson, or something like $30 for 30 days deal. This will give you a chance to work out with the dojo, and give you an idea as to your preference. Hope this is helpful.

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The side kick as with most kicks are effective so long as you have good focus and hit the intended target.

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How about performing your best kata and adding some breaks into it. That way you get to do two things at once. Just a thought!

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When I competed, I used the double back knuckle, foot sweep, and then followed up with a punching technique.

Hey now that was pretty funny!!! But back to Lau's question. For me it is called a Lay-out kick in one of my Katas. If I knew how to do it properly I'd explain it, but since I don't......let's just say whenever I've tried it, there's usually a richter scales somewhere in the world shaking.

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Don't forget that from the step through(crossing the legs), you can also throw other kicks besides the side kick. For example, a lead hook kick, or even turn it into a lead back kick. Same would go for the step-up(heel to heel), hook, back, or even roundhouse all from the lead leg. However, it is important to set up your kicks via punches and vice versa.