Kenukan Academy

Kenukan academy is a high quality martial arts studio, offering training in self defense, Karate, and Jiu-Jitsu. Travis Boggs is a very patient, and skilled teacher. Ranks are earned and not just handed out. This is NOT a McDojo. Sign up for a free class and try it for yourself!

Kenukan dojo is nothing short of phenomenal. Sensei Travis, Mr. Kinser, and all of the fellow students are focused on learning together and uplifting one another. All of the teachings are practical and you feel your confidence increase every time. Whether it's the Jiu-jitsu, Judo, Kickboxing, Self-Defense, or MMA, all of them are taught with precision. Thank you for all that you have all taught me, whether Sensei, Mr. Kinser, or my fellow dojomates.

Phenomenally learned instructor. Gifted at teaching art, including teaching to youth. You will not be disappointed.

Impeccable quality of martial training instruction in Karate, Jiu-Jitsu, and self-defense.Some may find this a drawback, but one of the things I admire most about the Kenukan and Bushidokan schools is the slow, hard-earned rank.No-one here is on a fast-track to blackbelt, and there are no childhood blackbelts in the system. Each rank is hard to earn and students know they have actually accomplished something when they move up in rank.Travis Boggs is the second generation owner/instructor of Kenukan Academy and is as dedicated to the art as anyone.

I have worked with Bob and Travis Boggs for over 20 years. In past years we have run seminars together at the Kenukan for local law enforcement officers and civilians. There can be no doubt that they continue to turn out some of the finest athletes, well-prepared martial artists and proficient self-defense practitioners in the country. As a police officer for 33 years, a former USA TEAM fighter (USAKF) and Ph.D in Sport Psychology I view the martial arts perhaps a little differently than most. Though I am a traditionalist, I take a modern approach to evaluating martial arts instructors, their students and the resources available in their schools to develop advanced technical skills.When I evaluate training schools, I look for curriculum grounded in sound, proven principles of defense supported by scientific theories of human performance. But perhaps most importantly, I look for the teachers' ability to impart their skills and knowledge to others. These men have a gift for teaching. Bob was always excellent but Travis has become exceptional in his ability to teach others. It may have something to do with the fact that the Kenukan has been at it since 1968! These guys train hard and train others hard. They rely on sound principles to develop perceptual-cognitive and motor skills that underpin the efficacy of every martial artist. I caution you, if you are looking for something that comes easy, this is not the school for you. Though they are patient, kind and caring you will have to earn your stripes. If you are thinking of enrolling in a martial arts school to get promoted and skyrocket through the ranks, the Kenukan is probably a poor choice for you -- because it may lead to incessant whining, overall frustration and a boorish disposition. But, if you are serious about becoming a world-class martial artist or highly competent self defense practitioner, look no further than the Kenukan. Roy Bedardwww.roybedard.com

This establishment loves to use teens as practice dummies. Teens are held back and not allowed to test even when they are ready. This was not only observed with my son but with other teens. My son had a few years experience in karate. We moved into the area and my son wanted to get back into martial arts. He wanted to learn something new and decided on Kenukan. We made it through the 12 month payment program and my son still was not allowed to test. The establishment states if the customer is not satisfied then they will refund the customer. But when we complained and requested a refund they refused.

Signed my 5 year old twin boys up at this dojo in 2009 because it is one of the most comprehensive mixed martial-art dojos in the area and we still attend. Sensei Travis has skills that are at the highest level in Kickboxing, Judo and Jiu Jitsu and self defense. At this dojo you will feel like family and will be offered the the highest level of mixed martial arts in the area.