Frequently Asked Questions About Our Martial Arts Classes

At Powell’s Way of Kenpo martial arts school, our training includes:

• Chinese Kenpo Karate
• Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
• Aikido
• Practical Self-Defense

This gives students a well-rounded martial arts education that includes striking, movement, control, awareness, and real-world application.

Not at all. Many of our students start with no previous martial arts experience. Our classes are designed to help beginners learn in a structured, supportive, and welcoming environment.

You do not need to “get in shape first.” Martial arts helps you build strength, flexibility, coordination, endurance, and confidence over time. You simply need to be willing to start.

Right now, we’re offering three free classes so you can make sure our martial arts classes are right for you.  Click here to request free trial classes.

We offer martial arts classes for children starting at age 5. Our youth program is designed to help kids develop confidence, focus, discipline, respect, and coordination in a positive learning environment.

Yes!  We offer martial arts training for both children and adults, with classes designed to match the student’s age, experience, and goals.  Martial arts is for all ages and many adults begin training to improve their confidence, fitness, focus, self-defense skills, and overall well-being. You do not need to be young or athletic to get started.

Martial arts classes for both kids and adults meet three times each week and we encourage students to attend as many classes as possible.

Kids classes are 45 minutes and are at the following times:

• Tuesdays 6:30 – 7:15 PM
• Thursdays 6:30 – 7:17 PM
• Saturdays 9:30 – 10:15 AM

Adult classes are 90 minutes and are at the following times:

• Tuesdays 7:30 – 9:00 PM
• Thursdays 7:30 – 9:00 PM
• Saturdays 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Yes. We offer 3 free classes so you or your child can experience the school, meet the instructors, and see if training at Powell’s Way of Kenpo is the right fit.

Click here to request three free martial arts classes. 

Our Kenpo Karate classes meet three times each week.  Tuition is as follows:

• Adults: $150 per month
• Kids (under 18): $120 per month

We also offer a 20% family discount for additional student family members.

There are no contracts – simply pay the monthly tuition.  We acceps cash, checks, credit cards, and Venmo.

Comfortable workout clothes are a great choice for your first class.  Sweats or shorts and a tee shirt are fine.  Students will need to remove their socks and shoes while on the mat. If you decide to continue after your trial classes, we have uniforms available.

Martial arts training can help improve:

• Confidence
• Focus
• Self-discipline
• Coordination and balance
• Strength and fitness
• Stress management
• Awareness and self-defense skills
• Respect and perseverance

Martial arts training can have a powerful impact beyond the dojo. For kids, many parents see improvements in confidence, focus, self-control, listening, discipline, and resilience.

For adults, we see improved health and fitness, increased confidence, and a calm mind. Many adults train not only for fitness and self-defense, but also because martial arts helps them feel more focused, capable, disciplined, and mentally strong.

We are located in Westchester, Illinois at 1921 S. Mannheim Road near the intersection of Cermak and Mannheim.

We proudly provide martial arts training to students and families from Westchester, Brookfield,  La Grange Park, La Grange, Broadview, Western Springs, Bellwood, Maywood, Forest Park, Berwyn, and surrounding communities.