What is Kenpo?

The art of Kenpo that is taught at the Gacuya's Kenpo Karate can be traced to the style developed by James Mitose and William K.S. Chow in the 1940s on the islands of Hawaii.  Modern Kenpo is influenced by several martial arts including Karate and Kung Fu.  It was primarily developed as a street fighting system which chose the most effective techniques from more traditional arts.  Kenpo blends powerful, linear movements with flowing, circular techniques to make a style with quick strikes and effective in close range fighting; making it an ideal art for self defense!

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Who We Are

I am Sifu Alex Gacuya, the head instructor of Gacuya's Kenpo Karate.  I have trained in the art of Kenpo since 1995 and throughout my career as a practitioner, I have trained with and taught several of San Diego's tournament champions.  Whatever you goals in martial arts are, I can help you achieve them.  

Our History

I am currently a 3rd degree black belt, or Sifu, under Professor Pete Salas of Sweet Pete's Martial Arts Academy. I also hold a 1st degree black belt rank under the late Grandmaster Julian Generalao and a Blue Shirt rank in Pulahan Derobio Eskrima under Chief Chaz Siangco.  I have been teaching the art of Kenpo since 1999 and have run several programs in the South Bay.  I am currently teaching at the Otay Recreation Center in Chula Vista.