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ED PARKER: The WARRIOR from HAWAII Who INVENTED a LETHAL ART

Martial Might

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Ed Parker: the warrior from Hawaii who invented a lethal art and broke away from centuries of tradition. In this deep-dive documentary, we explore how a young Hawaiian visionary transformed traditional Kenpo into a brutally effective system: American Kenpo. From the brawling docks of Honolulu to the bright lights of Hollywood, discover how Parker’s scientific mind and warrior spirit forged a revolutionary self-defense method. This isn’t just martial arts—it’s a life insurance policy in motion.

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20 Comments

@ratlips4363 10 months ago

I first enrolled in Tracy's Kenpo Karate dojo in Menlo Park California in 1966. Master Harvey Clarey was my sensi. A year or so Master Parker paid a visit and of all the lessons, both visual and verbal, one has always stayed with me. "No how matter how bad you might think you are, there is always someone badder". That line has proven true to me so many times, and I am now 76 and it has never failed me. Thank you Master Parker and Master Clarey.

@Jbessette 1 year ago

I have been doing Jeff Speakman's kenpo 5.0 for almost 21 years and it utilized the principles of Ed Parker to address how to defend yourself from the ground by incorporating elements of Jujitsu and how to counter a ground fighter

@pausetapest.v8302 1 year ago

Thundering Hammer really works for me Love Kenpo Karate

@markknivila8383 1 year ago

Great video! Loved the pictures with Elvis, Bruce Lee, Mike Stone, and Chuck Norris!

@jumpingjacks5558 1 year ago

I've been in Kenpo for over 30 years. Each lesson open's a new way in thinking and practice... Ed Parker definitely knew what he was doing and loved to teach. His excitement about Kenpo made it all that much more enticing to beginning Kenpo students. I have never regretted my choice in martial arts. With so many mc dojo's out there and belts given to the highest bidder, Kenpo is very grounded and straight forward. It's where you are promoted based upon understanding and utilizing the techniques .

Too bad the video didn't show the Kenpo salute. Much respect to Ed Parker .

@merockunot 1 year ago

My Father and Grandfather started at Ed Parkers in 1962 maybe 63...Dan Inosanto was one of the students with my Father...Dad got to Brown belt in the style.

@hidden86-k2i 1 year ago

One of the things I always appreciated about my time in Kenpo is the same thing I appreciate in Jiu-Jitsu and the blended kickboxing I've been spending time in lately is that it is acceptable to ask questions some traditional styles have instructors that will go nuts if you question them

@FretlessChris 7 months ago

Great video! I'd never known much about the man. This is inspiring! I would suggest spotlighting Jhoon Rhee from Maryland. That man needs more accolades. He's one of the true greats! Blessings!

@KingOfSwords720 1 year ago (edited)

Great channel! I was impressed with the Michael Echanis vid. After training Taekwondo I was given his books. Can you do a vid for W.E Fairbain? 👍

@Jbessette 11 months ago

Could you do a video on Jeff Speakman

@Jbessette 9 months ago

Here are some other videos i would like see, James mitosie, William Chow, Frank Trejo, Dave Hebler, Mike Pick

@taichi29 1 year ago

@Martial Might : Can you do a video on Sensei Little John Davis, Steve Muhammad , Donnie Williams, Bruce Tegner, Tayari Casel, Al Dacascos.

@mizukarate 1 year ago

Nice system.

@Ryuda_Yamatora 1 year ago

I suggest videos about masters like William "Bill" Solano or O sensei Carlos R. Febres. could be great!

@jugslugger 7 months ago

you might enjoy looking into the life Of Willy Wetzel, his Poekoelan style from Indonesia was on its way to influencing the who country when he was killed by his own son in 1975.