The Art Of
Striking.
Explore the striking arts through the principles of Kempo Karate and related martial arts — combining punches, kicks, movement, timing, defence and practical application.
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More Than
Just Punches.
Striking arts are martial arts systems that use punches, kicks, knees, movement and defensive techniques as primary methods of combat.
At PMAA, our approach to striking is strongly influenced by Kempo Karate. This style of Karate brings together practical striking, movement, body mechanics, combinations and defensive principles to create a versatile martial arts system.
Rather than treating individual techniques as isolated movements, striking training teaches you how to connect them through distance, timing, positioning and controlled application.
This creates a foundation that can be understood alongside principles found throughout other striking arts, including karate, boxing, kickboxing and Muay Thai.
Influenced
By Traditional Karate.
Karate provides an important influence on the way we approach striking at PMAA.
Kempo Karate is a broad martial arts tradition with an emphasis on practical movement, striking, combinations, defensive techniques and the relationship between technique and body mechanics.
Training can involve punches, kicks, blocks, evasive movement and combinations, with an emphasis on learning how techniques work together rather than simply memorising individual movements.
This makes Kempo Karate a useful foundation for developing a well-rounded understanding of striking and practical martial arts.
One Foundation.
Many Expressions.
Martial arts have developed different approaches to striking across cultures and training systems. While each discipline has its own methods, many share the same fundamental principles.
Karate
Karate places strong emphasis on efficient movement, precise striking, distance, timing and disciplined technique.
Boxing
Boxing provides a deep study of punching mechanics, footwork, defence, angles, timing and combinations.
Kickboxing
Kickboxing combines punching and kicking techniques with movement, combinations, conditioning and controlled sparring.
Muay Thai
Muay Thai is known for its use of punches, kicks, knees, elbows, clinching and pressure-based fighting.
Learn The
Fundamentals.
Punching
Develop efficient punching mechanics, combinations, accuracy and the ability to generate power through coordinated movement.
Kicking
Learn fundamental kicking mechanics, balance, control and how kicks can be incorporated into combinations and movement.
Footwork
Good striking begins with good movement. Footwork helps manage distance, create angles and maintain balance while attacking or defending.
Defence
Striking training includes defensive movement, blocks, evasive techniques, positioning and understanding how to reduce exposure to attacks.
Timing
Technique becomes more effective when combined with timing. Training develops the ability to recognise openings and respond appropriately.
Combinations
Rather than relying on individual techniques, students learn to connect strikes, movement and defence into fluid combinations.
Technique
Meets Practice.
Striking skills are developed through repetition, partner work, movement and controlled application.
Training begins with learning the mechanics of a technique. From there, students practise through structured drills designed to develop coordination, accuracy and timing.
As skills improve, techniques can be combined and applied in increasingly dynamic training environments.
Skills You Can
Build Over Time.
Fitness
Striking training develops cardiovascular fitness, coordination, mobility and muscular endurance.
Coordination
Punching, kicking and moving simultaneously requires timing and coordination throughout the body.
Confidence
Regular training gives you the opportunity to develop competence, composure and confidence under pressure.
Discipline
Martial arts reward consistency. Progress comes from showing up, practising and refining your skills.
Everyone Can
Learn To Strike.
You don’t need a martial arts background to begin. Our training introduces striking fundamentals progressively, allowing beginners to develop technique and confidence before moving into more advanced applications.
If you’re completely new to martial arts, our Beginner Program is the ideal place to start.
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Striking Arts
Questions.
Striking arts are martial arts that primarily use techniques such as punches, kicks, knees and other forms of stand-up striking. They also involve movement, distance management, defence, timing and combinations.
Kempo Karate is a martial arts tradition that incorporates striking, defensive techniques, movement, combinations and practical application. Different schools and traditions can interpret Kempo in different ways.
Kempo can provide useful foundations for self defence through training in awareness, movement, striking, defensive techniques, positioning and practical application. Like any martial art, effective self defence also depends on training, judgement and the circumstances involved.
Yes. Striking fundamentals can be taught progressively, making them suitable for people with no previous martial arts experience.
Boxing focuses primarily on punches, footwork, head movement and defensive boxing skills. Karate systems can incorporate a broader range of techniques, including punches, kicks, blocks and movement. Individual schools can vary considerably in how they train.
Yes. Regular striking training can develop cardiovascular fitness, coordination, mobility, balance, muscular endurance and overall physical conditioning.
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Build Your Skills.
Discover how striking arts can become part of your martial arts journey.
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