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American Fighting Arts

The American Fighting Arts School of Shaolin Kuntao was founded by Grand Master John Kinkead 7th degree red sash. Grand master Kinkead has more than forty years of martial arts experience. He currently runs a school located in Erie Pa. Master Matt Borczon 5th degree red sash, also runs a school in Erie Pa. There is a third school located in West Chester, Pa. run by Master Ken Doyle 4th degree Gold sash. We are not one of those black belt factory schools who gives out promotions as long as your check clears. It takes many years of practice to obtain a black sash rank in our school.

Shaolin Kuntao is an art not interested in the mystical or meditative aspects of other arts. Shaolin Kuntao is based on what works on the battlefield. Shaolin Kuntao uses many joint locking techniques, chokes, holds, sweeps and strikes. We base our techniques and forms on the five animals- Tiger, Crane, Snake, Leopard and Dragon. All of our forms are taught as a self defenses first. After the technique is understood in actual self defense situations, then we will demonstrate them in forms applications. Most of our classes are devoted to the practice of street self defense. We also use an arsenal of Chinese weapons like the broad sword, straight sword, fan, dagger, moon ax, cane, butterfly swords, spear and many more. We also use not so traditional weapons such as a credit card, comb, purse, briefcase, tie, jacket, pencil and so on.

American Fighting Arts offers a range of Martial Arts instruction in traditional style Kung Fu, Aiki Jutsu Or Tai Chi exercise techniques. The self defense courses emphasis psychological as well as physical personal protection strategies. These classes are eclectic, effective and always an enjoyable learning experience.

Our art evolves with the times. Each Sifu adds something to the art. Our school is also well known on the competitive level. We have won numerous grand championships in many competitions in our 26+years.

Novice or Expert, Grandmaster Kinkead, Master Borczon, or Master Doyle can lead you to greater confidence, self discipline and physical fitness.

We strive to obtain perfection through the best of our abilities. Only hard work and dedication creates a great martial artist. Come train with the BEST!