Let's talk Kajukenbo

[White Warlock]

Ah, thank you Mr. Bishop. I thought i recognized that name, it was itching the back of my head. Your site provided much of the information i was hoping to obtain. Interesting how won hop kuen do was birthed from kajukenbo. I had found that system very interesting. Also noted how Ed Parker practiced under master Chow, who in turn, was one of the 5 founding developers of kajukenbo.

For years i had found roots to many "American" styles crashing into Hawaii. The information you provided cleared up a lot of the loose ends and it does seem to be one of the systems i should obtain teacher instruction in.

Btw, your articles were very well written and have been a joy for someone like me to read over the years. Yes, over the years, as i recognized some of the ones you have posted on your site.

Definitely welcome

Looks like a interesting forum here.

The best multi-denominational ma site i've found so far. Very well moderated (although i cringe on that point at times).

[John Bishop]

Thanks for the very kind comments.

One small correction, William Chow was both Adriano Emperado's and Ed Parker's instructor. But Chow was not one of the five Kajukenbo founders.

It's amazing how many great martial artists have come from Hawaii. But with the large variety of asian and polynesian peoples on the islands, the richness of martial arts styles on the islands is immense.

[Kajukenbopr]

Thanks for the very kind comments.

One small correction, William Chow was both Adriano Emperado's and Ed Parker's instructor. But Chow was not one of the five Kajukenbo founders.

It's amazing how many great martial artists have come from Hawaii. But with the large variety of asian and polynesian peoples on the islands, the richness of martial arts styles on the islands is immense.

People always mix those 2 Chow's and Joe Emperado with Adriano Emperado.

they should pay more attention to the full names instead of the last names only.

[Kajukenbopr]

Hmm, so if i were to look for a kajukenbo school, what would be the things you recommend i look for? I.e., of all the systems out there, this is one i've always held an interest in actually obtaining a 'rank' in (shudders at the thought).

If you want to look for a school out there, look for any recognized Kajukenbo school- they have their differences but they all have to prove effectiveness in order to be recognized as official. We all train hard.

Just look out for people saying they have Kajukenbo and are not recognized. I've known of a few....

[Enviroman]

The best multi-denominational ma site i've found so far. Very well moderated (although i cringe on that point at times).

I agree on both counts.

[ravenzoom]

Hi, do you guys know if there is a Kajukenbo school in Hull (now called Gatineau), Quebec, Canada. Or in Ottawa (two cities seperated by a bridge). I'm moving to Hull next summer and I'm interested by this style. Thanks in advance if you can help me.

[John Bishop]

Hi, do you guys know if there is a Kajukenbo school in Hull (now called Gatineau), Quebec, Canada. Or in Ottawa (two cities seperated by a bridge). I'm moving to Hull next summer and I'm interested by this style. Thanks in advance if you can help me.

These are the only schools I know of in the Quebec province:

Canadian Headquarters of Kajukenbo and Family Tree Co-Ordinator

 

Instructor: Professor Philip Gelinas, 8th Degree

 

System: Emperado Method & Ch'uan Fa Method

 

Address: Academie D'Arts Martiaux Culturels

 

1121 St Catheriine St West, #201

 

Montreal, Canada H3B-1J5

 

514-281-9928

 

BARALIS KAJUKENBO (ORIGINAL METHOD)

 

West-end gym,7025 Cote-St-Luc

 

Montreal,Canada

 

Instructor; Costas Baralis

 

Phone# (514)571-6351

 

[Kajukenbopr]

Hi, do you guys know if there is a Kajukenbo school in Hull (now called Gatineau), Quebec, Canada. Or in Ottawa (two cities seperated by a bridge). I'm moving to Hull next summer and I'm interested by this style. Thanks in advance if you can help me.

These are the only schools I know of in the Quebec province:

Canadian Headquarters of Kajukenbo and Family Tree Co-Ordinator

 

Instructor: Professor Philip Gelinas, 8th Degree

 

System: Emperado Method & Ch'uan Fa Method

 

Address: Academie D'Arts Martiaux Culturels

 

1121 St Catheriine St West, #201

 

Montreal, Canada H3B-1J5

 

514-281-9928

 

BARALIS KAJUKENBO (ORIGINAL METHOD)

 

West-end gym,7025 Cote-St-Luc

 

Montreal,Canada

 

Instructor; Costas Baralis

 

Phone# (514)571-6351

 

I got a question- what is the difference between Emperado Method and Chuan Fa Method?

[ravenzoom]

Thanks for the tip, too bad they're both in Montreal. It's a two hour drive from Hull/Ottawa, but thanks anyways.

[John Bishop]

Thanks for the tip, too bad they're both in Montreal. It's a two hour drive from Hull/Ottawa, but thanks anyways.

Contact Prof. Gelinas: kenbocan @dsuper.net

He's the regional director for Canada, he should be able to tell you if there are any instructors in your area.