Galway Kenpo Karate Schools teach the Ed Parker Kenpo Karate System which is very much a modern, dynamic, self-defence based martial art and is one of the most respected martial art systems in the world today. American Kenpo is known as the ultimate in street self defence. Its fun, and ideal for all age groups and abilities, building self confidence and awareness.

Our parent organisation is the European Kenpo Karate Association and we train and teach under the guidance of Senior Professor Edward Downey, 7th Degree Black Belt President of the E.K.K.A. Professor Downey is the European representative for our sister organisation in the USA, American Kenpo Training System. This is headed up by Master of the Arts, John Sepulveda, 9th Degree Black Belt.

Our school is always open to new students, where you can train in a friendly, relaxed environment. So come on and join, make new friends and get fit!

Yours respectfully,
James Dillon
3rd Degree Black Belt
Head Instructor, Galway Kenpo Karate School.

Kenpo Creed

The Kenpo Creed is a code of ethics authored by Senior Grandmaster Ed Parker. All students must memorize this creed, from the beginner “tiger” to the ultimate stage of becoming a “dragon,” which is what we all strive to become in karate, as well as in life.

This will be the student’s first step in their thousand-mile journey. Remember, this is not a 50-yard dash, it is more of a marathon. It takes time, patience, practice, dedication, and a commitment from students and their parents, as well as from the instructors at Galway Kenpo Karate School.

“I come to you with only karate, empty hands. I have no weapons, but should I be forced to defend myself, my principles or my honor, should it be a matter of life or death, right or wrong; then here are my weapons, KARATE, MY EMPTY HANDS.”