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On a Quest to be the Best! DePalma’s Team USA Martial Arts has been teaching Excellence in Life since 1986. They have 8 Valley locations in Gilbert, Mesa, Queen Creek, Surprise, and Prescott Valley areas. In addition to Self-Defense, DePalma’s teaches their students to have a “Never Give Up” attitude, to be leaders to their peers, and to bring the best out of themselves—and in others!
DePalma’s Team USA Martial Arts is the best Martial Arts and Self-Defense school in Mesa. They offer Kids Karate, Adult Karate, Self-Defense, and Kenpo classes for all ages. Your Martial Arts Training will be the BEST PART OF YOUR DAY!
DePalma’s Team USA Martial Arts provide the Positive Environment that is missing in most of the world today!
Programs & Classes: Students and enthusiasts of Kenpo have many reasons for their interest in martial art programs—physical fitness, weight loss, discipline, self-control, safety, and self-defense. Whether you are interested in their programs for mental or physical well-being, DePalma’s Team USA Martial Arts offers a variety of programs that will fit your developmental needs AND your schedule!
Kenpo Karate. DePalma’s Team USA Martial Arts is based on the American Kenpo Karate System. They offer separate classes for Lil’ Dragons: Ages 3.5-6, Kids: Ages 6-12 (classes are divided by rank), Teens/Adults: High school and up (divided by rank).
Lil’ Dragons—DePalma’s Lil’ Dragon’s program is designed to help kids ages 3.5-6 to learn the difference between self-discipline and discipline, respect, and most importantly—how to set goals. Lil’ Dragons do not work on self-defense, but rather concentrate on kata to develop their physical skills.
Self-Defense—All of DePalma’s classes are based on practical self-defense techniques. Their schools teach on a 5-week cycle; they cycle back and forth from techniques to kata. This way they can spend time on each aspect, so YOU get the most out of it and become the best at it.
Belt Progress & Advancement. Kenpo offers a systematic method of student development and progress measured by colored belts. DePalma’s Team USA Martial Arts’ instructors will guide the willing student through the intense training required to achieve the rank of “black belt.”
What is Kenpo? Kenpo is a style of Karate developed in the west. The only difference between Kenpo and Kempo is in the translation of the Kanji to its English form. The words Kenpo and Kempo are both pronounced the same and both mean “Law of the Fist.” However, the more “traditional” forms of Kempo use the “Kempo” form, while the more non-traditional modern or contemporary versions use the term “Kenpo.”
Kenpo is a martial art that teaches self-defense and self-control through three primary methods: self-defense techniques, forms, and sparring. However, Kenpo diverges from traditional Karate in several important respects. Students are encouraged to change and adapt the techniques. Kenpo emphasizes vital point attacks using punches, strikes. and kicks. Throws are also important in Kenpo.
Kenpo self-defense techniques help Kenpo students develop their skills by allowing them to practice with different threatening situations and experiment with “What if?” scenarios. Initially, forms and katas help students to develop mental concentration and mental discipline. As they progress, the forms and katas help them to develop self-awareness and self-expression. Kumite (also known as freestyle or sparring) is an exercise in which students test their skills, self-confidence, and self-control in a friendly competition among other classmates. It gives students the opportunity to develop their reflexes and timing in a controlled environment while engaging in a sport activity.
Kenpo also teaches students how to use weapons to increase their understanding of self-defense. In Kenpo, defense against knives and clubs are taught from the yellow belt and up. Weapon training often begins at the green belt level, although some schools restrict it to those of the black belt level and higher.
The Kenpo style strives to maintain a balance between “martial” and “art.” The “martial” aspect is expressed by effective, efficient self-defense concepts and techniques. The “art” is expressed by creativity, self-expression, and presentation of form.
Meet the Owners: Fred DePalma and his wife, Robin, own eight thriving martial arts schools in Arizona. DePalma opened his first location when he was only 18 years old. Even then, DePalma realized the importance of taking care of his employees and was committed to staff development and training. DePalma knows that, in turn, his staff will take care of their students.
Today, DePalma has 36 years of experience as an instructor and 33 years as a school owner. He is a retired national champion, having received over 700 trophies and awards. But when it comes to martial arts, DePalma feels his greatest accomplishment is sharing his knowledge and abilities with students at DePalma’s Team USA Martial Arts.
Come grow with DePalma’s Team USA Martial Arts. The motivated and dedicated instructors look forward to serving you!
Call them at (480) 892-3949.
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DePalma’s Team USA Martial Arts Reviews
“I am constantly impressed with DePalma’s and the instructors. I am so glad that I put my son in this program. The instructors really take the time to get to know your kids and they make the work outs fun. Also, I love the lessons they are being taught in regards to character and focus.”—Jamie H.
“DePalma’s has the greatest instructors. We’ve been with this company for 4 years and have loved every minute of it. They truly care about your child and want them to succeed.”—April G.
“We have had our daughters in the DePalma’s school for over 2 years now. We have been so pleased with their experience and their instructors. We have seen our girls’ confidence grow exponentially in the time they have been involved in the programs offered through DePalma’s. The classes are fun for the kids, yet still challenging and beneficial both physically and mentally. The sparring classes are monitored closely to make sure the kids are using their fighting skills properly and getting the most out of the experience. Self defense techniques are taught in all of the classes and have allowed my daughters to understand the strength of their voice, their actions and how they should be reacting in questionable situations with strangers. The regular testing and exams help to boost the kids’ confidence and promotes a sense of personal achievement in the students. We all love it! We highly recommend the DePalma’s Team USA Martial Arts program for anyone that is considering karate for their child. You won’t regret it.”—Kristy DW.
“This instructor is the most energetic, fun, lovable teacher you will ever meet! I promise this instructor is one you will never forget! He also teaches AMAZING CLASSES! Go DePalma’s Team USA!”—Joshua C.
““I love it! The Instructors are extremely nice, helpful, and inspirational! I love doing karate there! If you want to do karate I suggest you go here to DePalma’s!!”—Tae’s Tea Time
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