Fitness Kickboxing vs Kickboxing Class

What’s the difference between a fitness kickboxing class and a kickboxing class? When we look at fitness magazines these days, we see a lot of images of people doing kickboxing movements and fitness kickboxing related exercises. Kicking and punching is tons of fun and can provide an incredible workout at the same time. That’s why people […]

Interval Training to Reverse Aging!

Those of us who practice martial arts and MMA know that boxing and especially kickboxing and Muay Thai are the gold standard for interval training, but what if I told you that this type of high intensity interval training can actually reverse aging? The toll that aging takes on a body extends all the way […]

Savate Seminar and USSF Rank Testing at Kensho!

  Kensho Martial arts will be hosting a Savate Seminar and The United States Savate Federation rank test. Event Details Date: Sunday, February 18 Time: 12 PM – 5 PM Where: Kensho Martial Arts, 1030 W North Ave, Fl 3rd, Chicago, Illinois 60642 Cost for Seminar Only: $75 Cost for Seminar + USSF rank testing: $100 […]

This February we are excited to partner with Hope for Haiti

Hi friends, This February we are excited to partner with Hope for Haiti to provide education to children in southern Haiti. Every 10 check-ins will provide a day of education to a classroom of 30 children. Hope for Haiti’s holistic approach is a model that connects, heals, and empowers rural communities on the road to […]

Muay Thai Seminar and Rank Test

Event Details Date: Sunday, October 22 Time: 11:30 AM – 5 PM Where: Kensho Martial Arts, 1030 W North Ave, Fl 3rd, Chicago, Illinois 60642 Cost for Seminar + USSF rank testing: $100 ($85 with early registration) Beginners, intermediate or advanced, don’t miss this opportunity to bring your Muay Thai level up! Ajarn Roger will […]

Savate Seminar and USSF Rank Test

  Kensho Martial arts will be hosting a Savate Seminar and The United States Savate Federation rank test. Event Details Date: Sunday, September 17 Time: 12 PM – 5 PM Where: Kensho Martial Arts, 1030 W North Ave, Fl 3rd, Chicago, Illinois 60642 Cost for Seminar Only: $75 ($65 Early Reg.) Cost for Seminar + USSF […]

Watch out for the “Crabs”!

If you put one crab in a small pot, it can easily escape. But, did you know that if you put several in a pot together, they instinctively pull each other back in anytime one of them tries to climb out. This is called “crab mentality.” They instinctively drag each other down and seal their fate together. People […]

A Method to Our Mixed Martial Arts Madness!

At Kensho our approach to learning martial arts is a bit different. Yes, in our Mixed Martial Arts curriculum, we train in a variety of martial arts which of course many people do these days, but rather than a smorgasbord where the student’s progress is haphazard at best, our approach is very focused and deliberate. Why begin with boxing and […]

Sensei’s #1 Fitness and Focus Secret!

As a martial arts instructor. I find that one of the things I love about martial arts is that it helps me to stay focused on balancing what’s important to me in my life. For me, being healthy and fit is one of the pillars of a happy life. Without health and fitness, I find it’s […]

5 Ways to Kickstart your motivation and keep it going all year long!

The New Year is not the only time we can make improvements. Personal growth is an ongoing, lifelong process. Here are 5 ways to kickstart your motivation and keep it going all year long! Show up! Plan an exercise routine and stick to it. Do something you find fun and interesting to keep you coming […]