Business Details
37 Years
experience
Empowering Lives Through Martial Arts in Strongsville, OH
At A A Kenpo Karate, we have dedicated ourselves to delivering the highest quality martial arts instruction since 1989. Our approach emphasizes not only physical skill development but also the cultivation of essential life attributes such as confidence, focus, self-esteem, and respect. With over three decades of experience, our head instructor Master Alan C. Babinec has trained under renowned martial artists, ensuring our students receive authentic Ed Parker's American Kenpo Karate instruction.We create a family-oriented learning environment where students of all ages progress at their own pace while mastering practical self-defense techniques applicable to real-world scenarios. Our curriculum is designed to help individuals achieve personal growth through structured goal-setting and positive reinforcement, fostering discipline that extends beyond the dojo into daily life.
Services
Karate Classes
Self-Defense Training
Kids Martial Arts
Teen & Adult Programs
Free Trial Lesson
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 32 years of martial arts instruction experience since 1989
- Family-oriented teaching environment with personalized attention
- Focus on developing life skills through martial arts training
- Authentic Ed Parker's American Kenpo Karate curriculum
- Stress relief and physical fitness for all age groups
Services
Karate Classes
Our Karate classes teach Ed Parker's American Kenpo system through structured lessons focusing on self-defense techniques and character development. Students learn practical skills for real-world scenarios while building physical fitness, discipline, and confidence. The family-style environment supports individual progress at each student's own pace.
Self-Defense Training
Self-defense training emphasizes practical techniques against various attacks including chokes, grabs, and weapon threats. Students develop situational awareness and response strategies while building physical strength and mental focus. This training benefits all age groups seeking personal safety skills and confidence.
Kids Martial Arts
Youth martial arts programs develop discipline, respect, and physical coordination through age-appropriate Kenpo techniques. Children learn goal-setting and perseverance while improving focus that translates to academic success. The safe, structured environment fosters social skills and self-confidence through consistent training.
Teen & Adult Programs
Teen and adult programs combine physical fitness with practical self-defense instruction. Participants improve strength, coordination, and cardiovascular health while learning realistic defense techniques. The non-competitive environment allows personal growth through skill mastery and stress relief benefits.
Free Trial Lesson
New students can experience our martial arts instruction through a free introductory lesson. This session demonstrates our teaching approach, facility environment, and basic Kenpo techniques. The trial provides an opportunity to assess program suitability before committing to regular training.
People
Master Alan C. Babinec
Owner & Head Instructor
With 32 years of martial arts experience, Master Babinec holds a 6th degree black belt in Kenpo. He has taught in Strongsville since 1989 under the guidance of Richard Huk Planas, a direct student of Ed Parker, the art's founder.
Questions
What age groups do you accept for training?
We offer programs for children as young as 5, teens, and adults of all ages with no prior experience required.
What should I wear for my first class?
Wear comfortable workout clothes; we provide loaner uniforms for initial training sessions before purchasing official gear.
How long does it take to earn a black belt?
Average progression takes 3-5 years with consistent training, though we emphasize personal growth over fixed timelines.
Do you offer family training options?
Yes, we encourage family participation with simultaneous class scheduling for parents and children.
What self-defense scenarios do you train for?
Our curriculum covers defenses against chokes, grabs, punches, multiple attackers, and weapon threats in real-world contexts.
