Grandmaster Rick Kingi

Grandmaster Rick Kingi

9th Degree Black Belt

Being that GM Rick Kingi is the one who started this school in 1981, it is only right that we start our "Who's Who?" section with him as well! There is none other like him...anywhere! :-)

Birthday: April 18, 1946
Age: 62
Residence: Los Angeles
Birthplace: Los Angeles
Ethnic Origin: Black, Asian, Portuguese
Height: 6 feet 2 inches
Weight: 225
Siblings: Two brothers, one sister
Year Started @ Kaju: 1962
Year Received Black Belt: 1968

Favorite Technique: All of them
Favorite Food: Shrimp
Favorite Movie: Cowboy or war movies
Favorite Music: Oldies
Favorite Sports: Golf
Favorite Hobby: Golf and drag racing

Now…time for the real stuff!
1. What made you get involved in martial arts? I always liked to fight. It was ok in those days, saw this school and loved the way they trained

2. How did you start Kingi’s Kajukenbo? I first started teaching in my father in-laws garage, then my brothers and next thing you know we found a school in Ingelwood that was for sell and here we are.

3. Who were some of the most instrumental people in your development as a martial artist? My instructor Carlos Bunda and my wife's father Mr. Wu

4. What has been the most significant event in your Kaju training? Watching my wife and all my children get their black belt.

5. Who has hit you the hardest in your training? Dave Kawashima and then my son Ronnie when I went for my 5th degree black belt

6. What do you enjoy most about teaching? Watching people really learn martials arts

7. What is your biggest challenge as a teacher? Wow, can’t think of any thing

8. If you weren’t a martial artist, what would you be? Since I was 16 years old all I thought about was being a martial arts teacher.

9. Who is your favorite fighter of all time in Kaju? Me when I was young (of course) and my sons, of course Sr. Grandmaster Carlos Bunda was a great fighter, always so relaxed.

10. Who is your favorite forms person of all time in Kaju? Carlos Bunda and my sons have always been very good right up there with the best.

Fun Stuff
1. What is one of your best or favorite childhood memories? My brothers and I used to dress up like an adult and then ride our bikes to pick up my mom from singing at a club at 2:00 am. We were 8 and 10 years old then...lol.

2. If you were stranded on an island, what are 3 essential things you would need to survive? Beer, water and a genie!

3. What is one food you tasted that you would never want to eat again? I eat all food in front of me, can’t think of anything I would not eat again.

4. Growing up, what were your favorite toys or games? Growing up in the late 40’s and 50’s we made most of our toys, I did like having a holster and gun and acting like a cowboy though.

5. If you won a million dollars, what would you do with it? Get a hugh school and fix up my 1969 Plymouth Road Runner!

Thanks to GM Rick Kingi!

So who is next on the hot seat??? Be ready!

Hot List Update!

We are now #1 in the rankings on FOX LA's Hotlist. BUT....our ranking has dropped down a little bit in the past week. We have a few more weeks before voting ends, so we want to ensure we are at the top of the list!

The gap is narrowing between us and the competition so if you haven't already, please go and vote. If you have voted, THANK YOU! And please tell your family and friends to go on and vote as well.

http://myfoxla.cityvoter.com/standings/best-of-the-la-hotlist/2328/health-and-fitness/martial-arts

We appreciate all of the kind comments and appreciate all your support! You are what makes this family as strong as it is and we appreciate you!

Inhale, Retain, Kiai!

Here are a few pics from the mid 80's. Below each picture is a little commentary from my brother, Sigung Ron Kingi. Enjoy! :-)

"This was back in the mid 1980's when everything was rough and tough! When we went up for any test, I remember it being very traditional, long and hard. Just like it still is today, but a little less compassion of course! My Dad pictured here, ran every test from then until the present and has done it in a way that no other school can match. Even though he is my Dad, he never made anything in my life easy. In fact, he always pushed me to do more, fight bigger people, take chances and to fear nothing. I know that I am who I am today because of him. He will forever be my idol, Hero and my inspiration to raise my kids with the same love and sacrifices to make it work. Thanks Dad for hitting me harder than anyone in this world could ever hit me!"

"This picture was also back in the mid 1980's. Throughout my Kajukenbo training, I can completely give all my credit to three instructors. When anyone asked me who my instructor is, my answer is my Dad (Rick Kingi), Keith Straughter and Lucuis Safford. Each one gave me different instruction and I benefited greatly from each one. I couldn't think of a better threesome to learn from and watch while growing up in the Kajukenbo system. Specifically, Keith Straughter provided me with allot of sparring techniques. He was among one of the most fierce fighter's in his days and still has a tremendous amount of knowledge to keep the spirit of Kajukenbo alive. Thanks Keith for teaching me about Kajukenbo and helping the development of my childhood. Much love."

Couple Old Pics...

Here are a few pics back from the 209 days. Don't worry, there are plenty of stories and pics to come. But here a few you can laugh at...lol.

GM Keith Straughter, Sigung Ron Kingi, GM Rick Kingi

Nice suits guys...lol

Sifu Kim Kingi, Sigung Robert Kingi, GM Rick Kingi

Lol...yea I was probably about 5 years old here and Pops had a cast on his leg...lol.

We are #1!!!

We are now #1 of FOX LA's Hotlist thanks to your support!!!

We still need everyone to continue to vote and spread the word to vote for us. We want to win this by a landslide and hopefully get Fox 11 to come to our school and put us on the air! :-)

So go on out and keep on voting and spread the word for everyone to vote for Kingi's Kajukenbo.

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Thank you so much for all the kind words on the reviews. It is really a pleasure being able to have you in our Kaju Family and we appreciate you all!

Market Street Festival - 10/4/08

Here are some videos from the Inglewood Market Street Festival from Saturday, October 4, 2008. We had some of the students do an on the spot demo, hung out, ate and had a great time! :-) Go check out the youtube page for more videos from the festival.

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Class Schedule

CLASS SCHEDULE

CHILDREN'S CLASSES

Monday

Juniors Int/Advanced Class (Purple Belt & Up)

Two Class Times:

4:30pm - 5:30pm

5:45pm - 6:45pm

Tuesday

Lil Ninjas (3-5 Year Olds)

3:45pm - 4:15pm

Juniors Beginner Class (White, Yellow, & Orange Belts)
Two Class Times:
4:30pm - 5:30pm
5:45pm - 6:45pm

Wednesday

Juniors Int/Advanced (Purple Belt & Up)

Two Class Times:

4:30pm - 5:30pm

5:45pm - 6:45pm

Juniors Int/Advanced Sparring

7:00pm - 7:45pm

Thursday

Lil Ninjas (3-5 Year Olds)
3:45pm - 4:15pm

Juniors Beginner Class (White, Yellow, & Orange Belts)

Two Class Times:

4:30pm - 5:30pm

5:45pm - 6:45pm

Juniors Beginner Sparring

7:00pm - 7:45pm

Friday

All Belts

Sparring Class

5:00pm - 6:30pm

TEEN/ADULT CLASSES

Monday

Int/Advanced (Purple & Up) 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Sparring Class (All Belts) 8:15pm - 9:00pm

Tuesday

Beginner (White, Yellow, Orange) 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Open Mat (Sparring) 8:15pm - 9:00pm

Wednesday
Int/Advanced (Purple & Up) 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Thursday

Beginner (White, Yellow, Orange) 8:00pm - 9:00pm

KAJU TV

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On this Channel, you will find videos from class, from events or just any random videos we feel like posting. So, be prepared...for ANYTHING! The cameras are on and the world is watching!

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT...

All the things you were afraid to ask... :-)

On this Channel, you will find interviews with our Students on everything from their hobbies to their favorite sparring technique. This channel will be updated with interviews at least once a month. So, students get ready, YOU could be next!

WHO'S WHO?

WHO'S WHO?...

The Black Belts spend some time in the Hot Seat!

On this Channel, you will find interviews with our Black Belts on everything from their favorite food to how many times they were hit on their black belt test! This channel will be updated with new interviews at least once a month. Be sure to check back here often for new features.