More than martial arts!
Universal Kempo Karate Schools Association
Chinese Kempo Karate is an eclectic system which merges the realistic aspects of karate, judo, jujitsu, grappling, weapons and boxing arts. The dynamic curriculum is measured by high standards and represents a realistic challenge for all participants. The exceptional versatility of the UKKSA self defense system is tailored to meet the needs of all individual’s sizes, strengths, and abilities. Chinese Kempo Karate readily adapts to the demands of a changing world and assists the student with the mental and physical skills to meet various threats.
The creative methods and innovations of this versatile system keeps the UKKSA on the cutting edge of the martial arts world. The UKKSA owes its quality standards and preeminence in the martial arts world to its founder, Grandmaster Martin T. Buell. Grandmaster Buell resides in Hawaii and is one of the most recognized and respected Kempo Instructors in the world.
Head Instructor Hiroko H. Holland is Second Degree Black Belt under Assistant Chief Instructor Scott A. Sova, Assistant Professor Christopher M.K. Polk, Professor Jesse C. Manegdeg, and Grandmaster Martin T. Buell. She received her Student Black Belt in 2019 and was promoted to her current rank in June of 2024.
Instructor Hiroko has been in education system for over 18 years both in Japan and the United States teaching all ages from young children to adults. She has background in education, child development, competitive sports, music, and theater.