General Information
The American Institute of Kenpo (AIK) is committed to enhancing and providing superior resources and training for its students and affiliates in three distinct areas:
A - Access
These are our static resources, which encompass a range of materials, including our website content, manuals, training videos, and charted curriculum.
I - Interaction
This aspect involves the verbal and visual feedback provided by our certified instructors during regular class sessions. This feedback enables our instructors to mentor and guide students, facilitating their comprehension of the material being presented.
K - Kinetic
This component emphasizes physical interaction with others, demonstrating how the theoretical concepts, principles, and techniques learned can be effectively applied in practical self-defense scenarios. This level of training can be achieved through participation in AIK’s training programs at any designated location. During training, our staff ensures that any physical interactions are supervised to minimize the risk of injuries and provide constructive feedback.
Start Training With Us
The American Institute of Kenpo offers in-person training and supplementary online resources for further training and review.
Andrew Pilch commenced his martial arts journey in 1986. Accompanied by his Certified Instructing Staff, Mr. Pilch has been serving Northwest Tucson and Oro Valley since 1998.
Kenpo Karate is an effective self-defense system, and the inherent values and benefits of training will become evident from your initial class.
Classes are meticulously structured to cater to the needs and learning abilities of students of all ages.
We encourage you to contact or visit the school to experience the benefits of Kenpo Karate firsthand.
We eagerly anticipate collaborating with you on your martial arts endeavors.
Testimonials
~ Jeff Johnson
A huge thanks to the family at the American Institute of Kenpo for the many years of commitment and training. My family has been training at this dojo for over 3 years and has seen my son and daughter become black belts and more importantly - responsible adults. The staff at AIK has become a second family and it really is ALL about the people in our lives.
Martial Arts training provides confidence, discipline and leadership which is critical for success. I watched my son and daughter participate for one year before I jumped in myself and will soon test for my own black belt. They tailor the program to all levels and abilities and are very respectful of our limitations. Don't let anything prevent you from feeling that you can succeed - join AIK today.
~ The Terpstra Family
Mr. Pilch, and the staff at the American Institute of Kenpo are awesome teachers, who have impressive knowledge and experience to assist students with skills that have life-time benefits. They possess the patience needed to teach individuals to grow and mature their skills, always challenging individuals to increase their desire to learn more.
My kids and I have enjoyed, benefited, and grown greatly from their exceptional teaching abilities. They're fun, skillful, and passionate at AIK. With humble attitudes themselves, their teaching style is very considerate, catering to our family's busy schedule and various personal abilities. We love going to class, and are truly grateful to have found Mr. Pilch and his staff.