We practice an eclectic blend of Kenpo Karate that is of Chinese origin.  Our style most closely resembles the art of American Kenpo, created by the late Senior Grandmaster Edmund K. Parker Sr.  Kenpo literally translates to "Fist Law" and Karate translates to "Empty Hands". 

Kenpo Karate utilizes tremendous speed, power and economy of motion to create what is argued by some to be one of the most effective and fluid styles of martial arts.  It is best known for its rapid-fire delivery of devastating strikes, delivered to vital areas and structures of the body.

However; in the context of the our Police Activities League (PAL) martial arts program, the Manchester Martial Arts School has a focus on youth personal development, self discipline and the learning of solid self defense skills.  Through experience we know that this winning combination of learning and philosophical tenets empower our students with life-long abilities to become successful and contributing adult members of their communities.  We emphasize the importance of team building coupled with individual accomplishment, and we highly encourage parents to participate in training with their children to better foster close family ties.

We are serious minded when it comes to everyone's safety, but we know through experience that training must remain challenging and fun.  As a result, we encourage a friendly, nurturing environment for all of our students, while encouraging each student to stretch themselves to reach new goals they may have felt were out of reach.

We believe in a "Yes, you can!" attitude for our students and our school motto is "Empowering people to shape the future… one black belt at a time."