Hawaii Kenpo Karate, Honolulu, HI
Hawaii Kenpo Karate LLC., Kajukenbo
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School: Hawaii Kenpo Karate, llc
System: Kajukenbo
Method: Iverson Method
Style: Kenpo Karate
Founded by: Burgess Kaneko
Head Instructor: Sifu Burgess Kaneko
MaIN Lineage: Sijo Emperado - Grandmaster Edmund Louis - sifu Burgess Kaneko
Contact
Phone: (808) 699-7788
EMAIL: sifuburgess@hawaiikenpokarate.com
Location: 831 Pumehana st
Honolulu, HI 96826, United States
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Hawaii Kenpo Karate LLC
ABOUT
Family oriented Martial arts school
Overview
Hawaii Kenpo Karate, LLC is a local, family-oriented martial arts school located in Honolulu, Hawai‘i. The school emphasizes self-discipline, respect, and the integration of mind and body through structured martial arts training. This is not a fight club. Students are challenged to train hard while maintaining a positive, supportive, and respectful environment.
All students begin at the White Belt level and progress through the ranks toward Black Belt based on skill, focus, effort, and participation.
Systems & Training Approach
The primary system taught is Kajukenbo (Iverson Method), with a strong foundation in Kenpo Karate. Training reflects the practical, street-oriented origins of the art while preserving traditional martial arts structure and discipline.
Instruction draws from multiple combat and conditioning disciplines, including:
Karate
Kenpo
Mixed Martial Arts
Judo
Jujitsu
Tae Kwon Do
Boxing
Weight training and cardio conditioning
Physical stretching and mobility work
This well-rounded approach allows students to develop practical self-defense skills, physical conditioning, and technical understanding across multiple ranges of combat.
Curriculum & Development
Students train in:
Blocks, punches, and kicks
Combinations and applied self-defense
Grab arts and ground work
Traditional katas
Body conditioning and fist (knuckle) training
As students advance, training becomes increasingly demanding. Higher ranks require sharper technique, deeper understanding, and refined execution. Advancement reflects both technical ability and personal development.
Advancement & Values
Promotion is earned through consistent effort, attention to detail, ability, and participation. Alongside physical training, students are taught:
Respect and discipline
Focus and control
Responsibility in the use of martial skills
Understanding when not to apply what they have learned
Character development is considered as important as fighting ability.
Youth Program
Hawaii Kenpo Karate, LLC welcomes children seeking self-defense training and personal growth. Instructors work to bring out each child’s best abilities while reinforcing discipline, confidence, and respect.
Students who achieve Black Belt rank are expected to be well-rounded individuals, both physically and mentally.
Accepted Ages: 6 years old through adult
Younger children may be considered upon discussion with the instructor.
Instructor Lineage
Sijo Adriano Emperado
→ Grandmaster Edmund Louis
→ Sifu Burgess Kaneko
Hawaii Kenpo Karate Instructors
Instructors:
Burgess Kaneko - Sifu
Brandon Kaneko - Sifu
Brandie Kaneko - Simo
Kristeen Kuniyoshi - Sibak mo
Chaz Kuniyoshi - Sibak
Brayden Kaneko - Sibak
Related
We are located at :
Main branch is located in the McCully/Moiliili area, at the
McCully Recreation Center / McCully Japanese School. 2nd floor
Address:
831 Pumehana st
Honolulu, HI 96826
Hours:
Monday and Thursday: 5:00PM – 6:00PM
