Congratulations to our outstanding 1st Degree Junior Black Belts!

These dedicated young martial artists have reached a meaningful milestone in their Kenpo journey at the American Institute of Kenpo. They represent the next generation carrying forward our rich lineage — the Rough N’ Tumble teachings of Sigung Stephen LaBounty, the Tactical Combat approach of Mike Winkeljohn, and the Paxtial Arts lineage of Ed Parker Jr., as taught by Mr. Pilch.

Legend:

❇️ – Transitioned from Youth Black Belt and later earned Junior Black Belt status

✴️ – Progressed to higher black belt ranks under other qualified Kenpo instructors

✅ – Advanced from Junior Black Belt to Senior Black Belt at AIK

If you earned your Black Belt directly under Mr. Pilch before the formation of the American Institute of Kenpo (AIK) in 2005 — or if you were accidentally omitted from our records — please email us so we can properly honor your achievement.