Welcome to the Mind Sensei Podcast—where true martial wisdom meets modern inspiration. I’m your host, Peter Tas, and today I’m thrilled to welcome one of American Kenpo’s most innovative teachers—a master whose career bridges tradition and evolution in the martial arts world.

Our guest is Mr. Chuck Epperson: Ninth Degree Black Belt in Ed Parker’s American Kenpo, founder of Epperson Brothers Kenpo Karate Dojo in Chico, California, and the driving force behind the acclaimed Kenpo Kali system. With roots tracing directly to Ed Parker via Grandmaster Richard “Huk” Planas, and a unique blend of Filipino Kali, Eskrima, and classic boxing in his curriculum, Chuck has spent over four decades refining, teaching, and evolving real-world self-defense for students of all ages.

He’s a USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame inductee, a champion competitor, a respected mentor, and an artist on and off the mat. Today, we’ll explore Chuck’s training lineage, the philosophy behind Kenpo Kali, and his stories from a lifetime dedicated to martial excellence.

Let’s step onto the mat—and into the mind—of Mr. Chuck Epperson.

For anyone inspired by Mr. Epperson’s story, lineage and system — you now have the opportunity to connect directly with him. If you would like to learn more about Kenpo Kali, attend training at his dojo in Chico, California, or enquire about seminars, private tuition or events — please reach out to Mr. Epperson directly to begin that process. His continued mentorship under GM Huk Planas, and decades of integrated study in American Kenpo and Filipino martial arts, make training with him a rare opportunity for any serious martial artist wanting to sharpen their skill, expand their understanding, and deepen their application of principle-based martial arts at the highest standard.

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Website: https://www.eppersonbrotherskenpokaratedojo.com/https://kenpo-kali.teachable.com/p/full-video-series

Location:  Epperson Brothers Kenpo Karate Dojo     810 Broadway, Chico Ca 95928   USA 

Ph:            + 1 530-895-8257

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