The 6th Degree Black Belts represent a significant level of mastery, leadership, and dedication within the American Institute of Kenpo.

All students listed below are part of the Direct Lineage of Andrew Pilch at the American Institute of Kenpo. This includes the Rough N’ Tumble lineage of Sigung Stephen LaBounty, the Tactical Combat lineage of Mike Winkeljohn, and the Paxtial Arts lineage of Ed Parker Jr. as taught at AIK.

Legend:

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

✅ – Transitioned from Junior Black Belt and later earned Senior Black Belt status

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

✳️ – Received rank outside of AIK and is currently pursuing AIK rank

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