Information in the KenpoPedia

The information available in the KenpoPedia is continually a work-in-progress. It is compiled over many years of working with SGM Parker, his many students, and experience within the American Kenpo system. It is not perfect and it is not complete, but it is the most comprehensive and detailed information compiled about American Kenpo available in the world today. It is literally thousands of hours of work that continue to this very day.

 

Information is categorized and broken down in such a way as to not overwhelm the reader with too much information at any given time. The American Kenpo system is by far the most comprehensive analysis of the martial arts ever undertaken by man. Presenting that information can be a daunting and intimidating task. This site attempts to present the information in a logical and brows-able manner; allowing the user to quickly access the intended information as efficiently as possible. But, still allow for quick and easy exploration of the information.

 

In order to accomplish this goal, the information is categorized into the following areas:

Dictionary

The dictionary section is a definition of terms that are used throughout the American Kenpo system. The information is presented in an extended dictionary like format with definitions, examples, and related terms. To get an overview of how the data is presented in the dictionary section - start here...

Encyclopedia

The encyclopedia section is an overview of concepts, theories, and principles used throughout the American Kenpo system. The information is presented in an extended encyclopedic format with a informational overview and related terms. To get an overview of how the data is presented in the encyclopedia section - start here...

Forms and Sets

The Forms and Sets section is a detailed overview of each of the forms and sets of the American Kenpo system. The information is presented and an overview fashion, detailing execution and information about the form / set. To get and overview of how the data is presented in the forms and sets section - start here...

Self Defense Techniques

The Self-Defense section is a detailed overview of each of the self-defense techniques of the American Kenpo system. The information is presented and an overview fashion, detailing execution and information about the self-defense technique. To get and overview of how the data is presented in the self-defense technique section - start here...