Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Martial Arts Training Center in Los Altos
Founded in 1968, United Studios of Self Defense has established itself as America's Self Defense Leader, offering comprehensive martial arts instruction across North America. Our expertise lies in Shaolin Kenpo Karate, a dynamic system integrating Japanese Karate, Shaolin Kung Fu, and Jiu-Jitsu principles. With over 100 studio locations, we provide structured training programs for all ages and skill levels, combining private instruction, group lessons, and digital resources to ensure effective learning. Our methodology emphasizes physical fitness, self-discipline, and practical self-defense skills, supported by a proven system that has benefited generations of students.We maintain rigorous standards through personalized attention, detailed student manuals, and online streaming videos featuring master demonstrations. Our commitment to quality instruction and community engagement has sustained our growth for over five decades, making martial arts accessible to families seeking personal development and safety skills.
Services
Kenpo Training Programs
Private Lessons
Group Lessons
Online Streaming Access
Lifetime Membership
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of proven martial arts instruction experience
- Our curriculum combines multiple disciplines for comprehensive self-defense training
- Each student receives weekly private instruction tailored to their needs
- We provide flexible training options with 100+ locations across North America
- Our system includes digital resources and lifetime membership benefits
Services
Kenpo Training Programs
Our Shaolin Kenpo Karate programs combine Japanese Karate, Shaolin Kung Fu, and Jiu-Jitsu techniques for effective self-defense. Suitable for ages four and up, the curriculum includes private instruction, group practice, and digital resources. Students progress through structured material with personalized attention and flexible scheduling options.
Private Lessons
Every student receives weekly 30-minute private instruction tailored to their individual needs. This focused approach allows personalized guidance, accelerated progress, and targeted help with challenging techniques. Sessions can be scheduled at student convenience with flexible timing options.
Group Lessons
Complementary group sessions build stamina and provide practical application opportunities with peers of similar age and skill level. Classes emphasize self-defense drills, physical conditioning, and technique practice in a collaborative environment that reinforces learning through shared experience.
Online Streaming Access
Students gain access to streaming videos demonstrating techniques performed by master instructors. These resources supplement in-person training with visual references for proper form and application, enabling consistent practice and reinforcement of material between classes.
Lifetime Membership
Our lifetime membership allows students to continue training at any of our 100+ locations nationwide. This benefit ensures uninterrupted progress for relocating students while maintaining consistent instruction quality across all studios through standardized curriculum and instructor certification programs.
People
Sensei Robert McMaster
Instructor
Second Degree Black Belt in Shaolin Kempo Karate with 22 years martial arts experience including Taekwondo, Kung Fu, Eskrima, Aikido, and Jujitsu. Specializes in personalized instruction and technique refinement.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We specialize in Shaolin Kenpo Karate, which incorporates elements from Japanese Karate, Shaolin Kung Fu, and Jiu-Jitsu for comprehensive self-defense training.
Are there age requirements for enrollment?
Our programs accept students starting at age four, with specialized instruction methods adapted for different developmental stages and physical capabilities.
What class schedule options are available?
Private lessons are available by appointment, while group classes run Monday-Friday 2-9PM and Saturday 9AM-3PM at our Los Altos location.
Do you offer trial programs for new students?
Yes, we provide a $50 one-month trial program allowing new students to experience our training methods before committing to longer-term enrollment.
Can I continue training if I relocate?
Our lifetime membership program allows students to transfer between any of our 100+ locations nationwide while maintaining consistent instruction quality.
