kempo
Japanese striking art
Kempo is a martial art blending Japanese and Chinese fighting techniques, emphasizing strikes, kicks, and self-defense.
Also spelled kenpo.
Various schools exist, with American Kenpo being among the most widely practiced: She earned her black belt in kempo.
The name comes from Japanese words meaning "fist law" or "fist method."
Developing abilities through practice
- practiceRepeated work toward mastery
- dedicationWholehearted loyalty to purpose
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- focusConcentrated attention point
self-control · rigor · regimen · consistency · commitment · drill · routine · meditation
Strike with fist
- kickFoot-delivered strike
- blockSolid mass, or impede
- strikeForceful impact or stoppage
- sparNautical support beam
grapple · takedown · counterattack · submission · jab · uppercut · hook · roundhouse
Steadiness or amount owed
- harmonyAgreement or musical blend
- kiVital life energy
- chiGreek letter or energy
- mindfulnessAwareness of the present
inner strength · spirit · bushido · way · path · emptiness · flow · centeredness
Art of choosing moments
- distanceSpace between two points
- positioningArranging in specific locations
- feintDeceptive mock attack
- anticipationState of awaiting something
adaptation · deception · initiative · leverage · precision · footwork · angles · pressure
training
Developing abilities through practice
- practiceRepeated work toward mastery
- dedicationWholehearted loyalty to purpose
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
focus · self-control · rigor · regimen · consistency · commitment · drill · routine · meditation · dojo
punch
Strike with fist
spar · grapple · takedown · counterattack · submission · jab · uppercut · hook · roundhouse · clinch
balance
Steadiness or amount owed
mindfulness · inner strength · spirit · bushido · way · path · emptiness · flow · centeredness · breathing
timing
Art of choosing moments
- distanceSpace between two points
- positioningArranging in specific locations
- feintDeceptive mock attack
anticipation · adaptation · deception · initiative · leverage · precision · footwork · angles · pressure · reading
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