Kajukenbo Memphis

Since 1960, Reyes Kenpo Karate Club (RKK) has been a close-knit family of self-defense excellence, culture, and diversity. RKK is more than your average martial arts school. We are Ohana (Family).

We care about your personal growth and transformational journey to a healthier body, mind, and spirit. We are Reyes Kenpo Karate, four generations of Kajukenbo Ohana. We practice the Original Hard Style Method of Kajukenbo Self-Defense. 

Kajukenbo is a mix of (KA) Karate, (JU) Judo/Jujitsu, (KEN) Kenpo, and (BO) boxing established in Hawaii in the mid 1940s. Kajukenbo Memphis is a branch of (RKK) Reyes Kenpo Karate established in 1959. 

GENERAL CURRICULUM

Students will learn self-defense basing, shielding, blocking, striking, grappling, throws, takedowns, groundwork, weapons work, and combative sparring.

EQUIPMENT

  • Red School shirts are required. Official red school shirts may be purchased here: Adults / Kids. Long black loose or stretchy pants are also required (student supplied).

  • Groin protection is required and available at most sporting goods outlets.

  • Mouth pieces are suggested for all classes.

  • Sparing gear and pads may be purchased through Reyes Kajukenbo or other martial arts retail outlets.

  • Full uniforms are required before testing and may be purchased on the official site.

CONTACT

If you have any questions, sned us an email. We’d love to hear from you.

Email: reyeskajukenbo@gmail.com / joannaharris@mac.com
Facebook: facebook.com/ReyesKajukenboMemphis

INSTRUCTOR

Sifu Christopher Reyes is a lifelong, 3rd generation self-defense practitioner of the Original Hardstyle Method of Kajukenbo Karate. Sifu Reyes is a 5th degree blackbelt who studied under his grandfather, the late Professor Aleju Reyes and his father, Senior Grandmaster Alan M. Reyes.

Schedule

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 to 8pm. Classes consist of a 2 hour strenuous workout and are for adults only. Prospective students are invited to attend two classes at no charge.

Equipment

Sweatpants, red crew neck t-shirt, mouth guard and groin protection for both male and female students is required. A black, heavy weight Gi (uniform) is encouraged but optional for your first 3 months. Shin and arm pads are also optional. If you are interested in sparing, you will need head, feet, and hand pads. 

Class Location

Downtown Yoga Memphis

515 South Main Street Memphis, TN 38103

Tuesdays / Thursdays 6-8pm

Investment

$99 / month Recurring for unlimited Kajukenbo classes*

(*) $99 / month is a recurring withdraw and valid for 1 person

Interested in Envision’s Martial Artist Membership?

Normally $179, Currently Discounted to ONLY $149 / month!

Includes:

  • Unlimited Monthly Kajukenbo

  • Unlimited Monthly Kali

  • Full Envision Gym access during operating hours to practice / workout

  • Unlimited Functional, Mobility and Yoga Classes at both Envision Memphis and Downtown Yoga

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