ABOUT US
We are a growing martial arts school teaching the eclectic art of Kajukenbo, a mix of Karate, Judo, Jujitsu, Kenpo, and Chinese Boxing. This art was founded in Hawaii in 1947 at the Palama Settlement in Honolulu by Adriano Emperado, Joseph Holck, Peter Young Yil Choo, Frank F. Ordonez, and Clarence Chang. This art focuses on practicality and realistic application of techniques for real life self defense situations. In its conception, Kajukenbo followed a simple rule, if a technique worked consistently on the street, then it stayed, if it did not, then it was removed.
This central rule, that emphasized effectiveness, lead to the creation of many branches and variations of the art, as teachings were constantly evolving. Today our lineage aligns closest with the Chu'an Fa branch.
NW Kajukenbo Club was started by Sifu Devin Wear in November of 2020.
LOCATION
We currently train outdoors using the covered shelter at Leschi Elementary (135 32nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98122)
WE WILL BE MOVING TO OUR NEW LOCATION AT 111 S LANDER ST IN NOVEMBER!!
OUR MISSION
COMMUNITY – As a school we aim to equip our students with the skills and guidance needed to thrive, contribute, and lead in their community as well as in ours. Matching strength with compassion, power with peace, and technique with understanding. We believe that, "Through this fist way one gains long life and happiness"
STUDENT ACCESSIBILITY – At NW Kajukenbo Club we believe that the skills taught should be accessible to all who wish to learn them. Here are some of the ways we work to make training in Kajukenbo accessible:
-
We operate on a monthly "pay what you are able" tuition structure. Our preferred asking amount is $100/month with our sliding scale ranging from:
Full Scholarship / $40 / $80 / $120 / $160 / $200+
-
Our student body fosters a culture of inclusion and acceptance. We know that we are stronger when we work together. Our school has zero tolerance for hate speak of any kind.
TRAINING SPIRIT – We train with emphasis towards individual and community growth. Just as new students are responsible for coming to class with an open mind, determination, and a willingness to break a sweat. It is the responsibility of our high-ranking students to help beginners find their footing. The same way that others did for them. We provide challenges for our students so that they may rise to the occasion. We practice striking each other so that we can learn to trust our partner’s control. And we embrace our mistakes so that we may learn from them.