IKKA Information

[Mark Weiser]

This may have been asked before I am sure. How does one contact the IKKA? I had some questions to ask.

 

[Michael Billings]

Sorry to be the one to let you know, but the IKKA is in remission for a while & the main Pasadena school closed it's doors. You may be able to get hold of Edmund Parker, Jr. at his website:

http://KenpoCards.com

-Michael

 

[Mark Weiser]

That is unfortunate to hear. However I guess nothing last forever. It is sad to hear about the Pasadena School. Is it still up for rent? It would be interesting to have another Senior or someone in EPAK reopen the school. I did call and left a message at that number. I will let you all know what I found out. Thanks Mike.

 

[Bill Lear]

Is it still up for rent?

Nope. Sometimes it's better to let things run their natural course. I miss the Pasadena Studio, but with everything happening the way that it did I think it was time for it to close.

 

[Mark Weiser]

I just got off the phone with Ed Parker Jr. he is a very insight and bright also honest and friendly. The IKKA is as Mike put it currently in Flux due to personal circumstances.

Additional information he gave me about the future of Kenpo was very encouraging. I for one would be happy to assist him in his plans by supporting him with his Kenpo Cards project by purchasing them and using them as training aids for Schools.

 

[Seig]

I have a set of the cards and have to say, I am impressed. Although, I have to admit, I got a good belly laugh on some of the wording on the back.

 

[Hand Sword]

Is the really wishfull thinking, or, is the IKKA, realistically dead? If so, that's truly a shame, hope that's not the case.

 

[Seig]

Is the really wishfull thinking, or, is the IKKA, realistically dead? If so, that's truly a shame, hope that's not the case.

From what I understand it is in suspended animation at this time. What will eventually become of it? Only time will tell.

 

[Goldendragon7]

Is the really wishfull thinking, or, is the IKKA, realistically dead? If so, that's truly a shame, hope that's not the case.

As a long time direct personal student of the Late Senior GrandMaster Ed Parker, I can say that I am also sad, but as in life, these things do happen.

The good news is... that there are several of us out there that are truly dedicated to teaching the total curriculum of Ed Parker's American Kenpo!! The Art is in good shape!

So find a good instructor and forge ahead........

:asian:

 

[Dark Kenpo Lord]

As a long time direct personal student of the Late Senior GrandMaster Ed Parker
:asian:

Say that 3 times fast.

DarK LorD

 

[ward kenpo]

The initals of the I.K.K.A. are dead but not the people who were part of it, Check out ikkfederation.com.
we are bigger than a set of letters.
John,

 

[Dr. Kenpo]

Say that 3 times fast.

DarK LorD

:lol: Thanks Dark Lord, I needed that!

 

[Dr. Kenpo]

Nope. Sometimes it's better to let things run their natural course. I miss the Pasadena Studio, but with everything happening the way that it did I think it was time for it to close.

What course would that be Mr. Lear? A seroius question here.

No, I'm not being a wise guy here. (You know me, just a different handle here, for security reasons, believe it, or not)

 

[Mark Weiser]

From what Ed Parker Jr. shared with me there is a reason behind the cards. He acknowledges the fact that the IKKA may never be the same as when his father had it. But Ed Parker Jr. has some great plans for EPAKS.

 

[Hand Sword]

Does anyone know of a legitimate kenpo instructor in the Boston Ma. area, that truly knows the ins and outs of kenpo?
Thanks for the help.

 

[D_Brady]

Does anyone know of a legitimate kenpo instructor in the Boston Ma. area, that truly knows the ins and outs of kenpo?
Thanks for the help.

Ms Cogliandro is an 8th degree and is very good, her school is based in Revere. :asian:

 

[TChase]

Does anyone know of a legitimate kenpo instructor in the Boston Ma. area, that truly knows the ins and outs of kenpo?
Thanks for the help.

It depends on what you're looking for and how far you're willing to travel. The best Kenpo school in the New England area in my opinion is located just over the border in NH. It would probably be 45-60mins from Boston. But if you insist on being close to Boston, Ms. Cogliandro as stated before would not be a bad choice.

-Tom

 

[kenpo3631]

Does anyone know of a legitimate kenpo instructor in the Boston Ma. area, that truly knows the ins and outs of kenpo?

By far Steve White in Manchester, NH. He is about an hour north from Boston.
He is a student of Mr. Lee Wedlake, (student of SGM Parker). He has also studied concurrently with Huk Planas. Check out his site NECKF

 

[TChase]

By far Steve White in Manchester, NH. He is about an hour north from Boston.
He is a student of Mr. Lee Wedlake, (student of SGM Parker). He has also studied concurrently with Huk Planas. Check out his site NECKF

That's not the one I was talking about but that wouldn't be a bad choice either.

 

[kenpo3631]

There is also Dr. Len Brassard from Fitchburg, MA (about a 1 hour drive from Boston). He is a student of Mr. White's. Check his school out at Dr. Len's Kenpo Page