Black Dragon Kenpo Karate

09/19/2026

Today is Sigung Stephen LaBounty's birthday. He would have been 84 years old. He was my teacher, my mentor and my friend. I ask all of my students, past and present, to remember him today and to understand and appreciate the influence he had in guiding Black Dragon Kenpo.

09/16/2026

This about sums it up.....

08/22/2026

There will be no classes from Monday, August 24th thru Wednesday, September 2nd. Classes will resume on Thursday, September 3rd.

05/11/2026

One belt and the journey!

04/15/2026

The options are as clear as day and night.....an accomplishment that will prepare you for life or an accomplishment that will prepare you for the next level of a game.

04/04/2026

03/31/2026

Behind every black belt lies a journey—but not all journeys reach the same depth. A Sensei is a teacher, someone who has walked far enough to guide others, correct mistakes, and build strong foundations in students. They represent knowledge in motion, actively shaping the next generation through discipline and repetition. But a Shihan stands on another level entirely—formed not just by years, but by decades of experience, hardship, and refined understanding. A Shihan doesn’t just teach techniques; they embody philosophy, presence, and legacy. Their movements carry silence, their words carry weight, and their very existence reflects mastery beyond the physical. This contrast isn’t just about age—it’s about evolution. One teaches the path… the other becomes it. So the real question is: are you just learning to teach, or training to transcend?

03/19/2026

Happy Birthday to Ed Parker. Founder and Senior Grandmaster of American Kenpo!