Before starting your Martial Arts training at a new club you may have many questions about the style, instructors etc... Here is a list of our most frequently asked questions.

What types of martial arts do you teach at your school?

At the KEN BU KAN we teach traditional Okinawan Karate,  Kobudo (Weaponry) and a Mixed Martial Arts program.

What style of Karate do you teach?

We teach Okinawan Ryu Syo Kai Go Ju Ryu Karate Do. Please visit our curriculum page for more information.

What does you MMA program consist of ?

Our MMA curriculum consists of a training program involving several martial arts. Please visit our curriculum page for more information.

Can I try a class prior to enrolling in your program?

Everyone is welcome to try a week for FREE.  This will allow you to see if our curriculum addresses your personal goals and needs.

When can I join?

You can enrol at any time, however, we would prefer if you contact us and let us know you are coming, this way, we can ensure we have an instructor available to work with you on a one to one basis.

Do you have Kid’s classes?

Yes, we have been teaching Kid’s classes for over ten years!  Children above 6 years old are welcome to come and try our kid’s program and experience the benefits of Martial Arts.

What is unique about KEN BU KAN?

Our school is the only school in town to offer both a traditional curriculum and a modern curriculum.  This brings a unique perspective for the students as they can correlate the two training approaches and see how the theory behind traditional training reinforces modern concepts.

Can I keep my current rank from another style/school?

Some skills will definitely be transferable and other skills will have to be picked up here. When you come in to the dojo we can evaluate you over the course of a few classes and rank you according to where you fit into our curriculum.

Do you spar at your school?

Sparring is something that some students enjoy and other do not.  Again, our different programs cater to all students. 
Our traditional program has pre-arranged sparring drills which allow students the comfort of knowing what techniques are going to be drilled.  The speed at which these techniques are drilled depends on the rank of the participants.  
Our MMA program gives students plenty opportunity to spar with resistant opponents simulating real combat but in a controlled setting.

How long does it take to become a black belt?

A long time.  If this is a priority, there are several schools that can assist you with this goal in less than three years; unfortunately, we are not one of them.