Kajukenbo is a dynamic martial arts discipline that combines elements from various fighting styles. For those interested in self-defense, Kajukenbo training offers practical techniques that are effective in real-world situations. Many people seek self-defense classes to enhance their skills and gain confidence, and Kajukenbo provides an excellent foundation for this purpose. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, Kajukenbo training can help you develop the skills necessary for self-defense.

"Built on faith and discipline, Trained for defense in Kajukenbo, Living with Honor and Confidence" - Sifu James Scott. Our Kajukenbo training emphasizes martial arts techniques and self-defense skills, instilling confidence in every practitioner.

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About Genesis Kajukenbo

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Our History

Founded in 2023, Genesis Kajukenbo is a Christian martial arts school dedicated to developing disciplined, capable, and faith-centered warriors. We aim to boldly enter the martial arts community and share the truth and strength of what our God in Heaven has entrusted to us.

Our school is grounded in core values such as discipline, focus, and respect, while intentionally fostering confidence, self-control, and personal esteem. Through structured Kajukenbo training that is reality-based and hard-style, students gain the physical, mental, and spiritual tools essential for self-defense and protecting others. We represent not only ourselves but also the Kajukenbo system as a whole, carrying it with strength, honor, and integrity. In all our endeavors, we seek to glorify, honor, and praise our Lord.

We view martial arts as a mission field. Through mentorship, leadership development, and dedicated instruction, Genesis Kajukenbo is committed to raising a new generation of disciplined warriors who are prepared to serve, lead, and stand firm in both faith and ability.

Lineage

Our lineage traces directly to the founder of Kajukenbo, Sijo Adriano Emperado, through Great Grandmaster Charles H. Gaylord, Senior Grandmaster Florentino Paz, and Grandmaster Joe Peel, and is carried forward by our school’s instructor, Sifu James Scott. We honor the responsibility of preserving this system while continuing to apply it in practical, real-world training.

Training & Curriculum

Genesis Kajukenbo Academy offers structured self-defense classes for both beginners and advanced practitioners. Our Kajukenbo training is rooted in traditional martial arts principles, with techniques derived from Kung Fu systems practiced for over 4,000 years.

Training includes Chi Sao (sticky hands), Qin-Na (joint locking and grappling), Fukien ground boxing, wrestling applications, and traditional weapons training. Our curriculum emphasizes real-world practicality, hard-style conditioning, and personal accountability, following the path of the warriors of old.

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Our Mission

Genesis Kajukenbo exists to boldly enter the martial arts community and reflect the truth and strength of what our God in Heaven has entrusted to us. We are dedicated to providing exceptional Kajukenbo training to develop warriors and leaders for tomorrow.

We cultivate a culture rooted in discipline, focus, and respect through hard, practical, and reality-based martial arts training. Our instruction emphasizes real-world application, pressure, and accountability while enhancing confidence, self-control, and personal esteem.

Our students are equipped with the physical, mental, and spiritual tools necessary for self-defense, enabling them to protect themselves and others in real-life situations.

We represent not only ourselves but the Kajukenbo system as a whole, carrying it with strength, honor, and integrity.

Our mission is to develop effective martial artists through our self-defense classes, preparing them to act when the need arises.

In all that Genesis Kajukenbo stands for and accomplishes, we seek to glorify, honor, and praise our Lord.

Christian Martial Arts Training at Genesis Kajukenbo

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General Group Classes

$75 a month

Attend as many group training sessions in Kajukenbo as you would like! These sessions provide excellent opportunities for martial arts enthusiasts to improve their skills in self-defense through engaging Kajukenbo training.

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Single Group Class

$25 per session

Join a single group class for Kajukenbo training, where you can attend 1 training session lasting 1.5 hours. This martial arts session not only focuses on self-defense techniques but also offers valuable self-defense classes to enhance your skills.

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Private Lesson

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Experience a private lesson with an instructor for either 1 hour or 1.5 hours, focusing on Kajukenbo training. These sessions are perfect for those interested in martial arts and self-defense, as they provide personalized attention to enhance your self-defense skills.

our MASTER instructor

Sifu James Scott

Sifu James is a 5th-generation, 5th Degree Black Belt in Kajukenbo who has been dedicated to Kajukenbo training since 2008 under the guidance of Grandmaster Joe Peel of White Lion Kajukenbo.

He brings a unique combination of traditional martial arts lineage and real-world experience to every aspect of his teaching.

With over a decade of experience in security, law enforcement, and public safety, Sifu James serves as the Head Self-Defense Instructor for Boise State University. His extensive background enables him to provide practical, realistic self-defense classes rooted in situations he has encountered throughout his professional career.

For more than 14 years, Sifu James has been teaching Kajukenbo across the Treasure Valley, dedicating his life to martial arts and the personal growth of his students. His instruction goes beyond mere physical technique, focusing on building confidence, awareness, discipline, and real-life application in self-defense.

Known for his motivational and supportive teaching style, Sifu James challenges his students to push past their limits while offering the guidance necessary to succeed. His mission is to empower others to become stronger, safer, and more capable—both on and off the mat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at info@genesiskajukenbo.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Are there any fees to begin classes?

Yes, there is a $100 registration fee payable when you sign up. This fee includes a uniform, Student Handbook, and first month of classes.

I really like GK for what they teach and represent; but we are not of a Christian faith; is my child required to learn the "God" portion of their belt?

Yes, GK is an organization that embraces all faiths, but our Mission and Vision is that we are Warriors for Christ and stand very firmly on that basis.

Your child does not have to pray with the instructor/class but is required to bow their head and stay at attention to show respect to their instructor and class. The memory verses and required essays are an important part of what we feel is a "well rounded" martial artist who is confident of who they are and what they believe. They will continue to be tested on this material. We are sorry if you don't want you child to continue under our training, any of our instructors would be happy to talk with you about your questions and concerns.

My child isn't very good at giving me information; do you have a newsletter or something with information on GK?

Fliers will be made for important events that will be sent home with the student. There are also text messages and emails you are able to sign up for.

Announcements are usually made at the beginning of class, it is important that you are there on time.

I see several different colored belts on the instructors that aren’t black belts, what are the colors and their meanings and rank titles?

The Kajukenbo system has different style belts for the black belts and their instructors as part of the unique system.

Sibak, Student Black Belt: Plain black belt, no stripes.

Sibak, 1st Degree Black Belt: 1 red stripe, to be worn on the left side.

Sibak 2nd Degree Black Belt: 2 red stripes, to be worn on left side.

Sifu, 3rd Degree Black Belt: 3 red stripes, to be worn on left side.

Sifu, 4th Degree Black Belt: 4 red stripes to be worn on left side.

(Senior) Sifu, 5th Degree Black Belt: Black belt with red trim, signifying start of master levels.

Sigung, 6th Degree Black Belt: Half red — half white belt, white to be worn on bottom.

(Senior) Sigung, 7th Degree Black Belt: Half red — half black belt, Senior Sigung / Master level

Professor, 8th Degree Black Belt: Red belt with black trim

Grandmaster, 9th Degree Black Belt: Red belt with Silver trim

Sijo, 10th Degree Black Belt: Red belt with gold trim (Reserved for the founder only.)

Who are allowed to be junior leaders, assistant instructors, and instructors?

Brown belts are allowed to be junior leaders and assist in classes if the instructors desire. Leadership courses can be taught to prepare them for further leadership opportunities.

Student black belts through 2nd degree black belts are assistant instructors and will assist the lead instructor, head instructor or master instructor when requested.

Instructors are 3rd degree black belts and above.

My child needs extra instruction; can you help with this?

Yes, if your child needs help in only a few areas, please talk to their instructor about covering those things in class within a couple of weeks. Alternatively, most of our instructors hold private classes for 1-on-1 training for a fee (to be determined by the individual instructor.

Contact Us

Better yet, see us in person! We are located on the 2nd floor in the training room at Villa Sports!

If you have questions about the opportunities available to you in our Kajukenbo program, including Kajukenbo training and self-defense classes, send us a message. We will get back to you as soon as possible to discuss how our martial arts can benefit you.

Genesis Kajukenbo

1435 South Maple Grove Road, Boise, ID, USA

(208)-258-4733 Info@GenesisKajukenbo.com

Hours

Mon	06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
Tue	06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
Wed	By Appointment
Thu	06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
Fri	By Appointment
Sat	10:45 am – 12:00 pm
Sun	By Appointment