Shaolin Kempo Studios

Shaolin Kempo Studios is a Martial Arts School in Rockford, IL. The studio provides martial arts and self-defense training to children, teens, and adults. With a 4.90 rating, the school serves a diverse community through inclusive instruction designed to build strength, confidence, and discipline.

The studio follows the Shaolin Way, focusing on the core tenets of strength, self-control, confidence, respect, and discipline. Training is designed to be accessible to everyone regardless of age, ability, or fitness level. Classes are available for students as young as four years old, as well as for teenagers and adults. The instructors, including Co-Owners Michele Montag and Joseph Cooper, focus on fostering a supportive environment where students can improve physical conditioning, mental focus, and self-defense skills.

Located on N 1st St, the studio is situated near Rockford City Hall and the Rockford Fire Department Headquarters. It is a short walk from the 317 Art Collaborative and is close to the intersection of North 2nd Street and East State Street.

The studio is known for its long-standing commitment to the community, having provided exceptional training for over 20 years. The instructors themselves have spent years within the dojo, having first participated as students. This deep-rooted history and dedication to the martial arts journey make them a prominent fixture for those seeking physical and mental empowerment.

Shaolin Kempo Studios offers a dedicated space for martial arts training and personal growth in Rockford.