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GridKarate (Adults/Advanced Kids)
6 - 7:15pm
6:00pm - 7:15pm
Karate (Adults/Advanced Kids)
Kevin Batchelor
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K.I.R.S.D. Karate Jutsu
K.I.R.S.D. Karate Jutsu brings modern combat application to traditional martial arts. Our training fuses the long-range precision of Shotokan Karate-do with the tight, close-quarter fighting of boxing and Filipino Martial Arts.
This is not traditional Shotokan. In our dojo, initial contact is not the end of the encounter—it is exactly where the fight begins. While we preserve the importance of core basics and kata, we emphasize Jutsu (combat application) over Do (a way of life). The goal is self-protection, not self-perfection! This system equips you with applicable, real-world self-defense by restoring mastery over all five ranges of combat:
- Weapon Range
- Kicking Range
- Punching Range
- Elbow/Trapping Range
- Grappling Range
Blended Martial Arts
Our blended martial arts program combines the dynamic striking of Kickboxing with the practical techniques of Filipino Martial Arts (FMA).
Students learn both empty-hand and weapon-based skills originating from the Philippines and surrounding islands, along with the powerful techniques of American Kickboxing—a system built from traditional boxing and karate.
This well-rounded approach helps develop coordination, speed, self-defense skills, and overall fitness while keeping training fun and engaging.
Why Choose Keep It Real Self Defense?
Whether you're just starting your martial arts journey or looking to enhance your routine, Keep It Real Self Defense provides a supportive and motivating environment.
Our team is dedicated to helping you achieve your personal goals, ensuring you have the best experience possible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Contact UsWhat is AVIRT?
AVIRT stands for Active Violence Immediate Response Training. AVIRT is a program that is certified through the Health and Safety Institute, designed by law enforcement and medical professionals to provide lecture and hands-on components to empower you to act accordingly during an active violence situation. AVIRT consists of active shooter and bleed control training. Keep It Real Self Defense is an authorized AVIRT training center.
Can anyone do AVIRT?
Yes, AVIRT can be done by anyone! Keep in mind that some of the material is physical. If you have any medical concerns, please discuss with your instructor before class to modify the material. As with all physical activity, you should clear it with your doctor.
What organizations benefit from AVIRT?
Any organization can benefit from AVIRT! For example, churches, schools, retail, industrial, healthcare facilities, and community centers can all benefit from AVIRT.
What is self-defense?
Self defense is defending yourself against an unprovoked attack. Self defense is never a consensual fight!
What to expect from our women’s self-defense program?
- You will learn what self defense is and what it is not.
- You will learn not just self defense techniques but key principles surrounding self defense.
- You will learn De-escalation strategies.
- You will learn basic striking and targeting of vital points.
- You will learn defenses against common attacks on women!
What is REACTasap
REACT is an active violence and bleed control program designed to to empower and protect. This program consists of advanced bleed control techniques along with necessary survival skills for active violence events!
Karate Jutsu versus Karate-Do
Traditional Japanese martial arts like Judo, Aikido, and Kendo focus on Do—a "way of life" aimed at self-perfection. When Karate was brought to Japan, it was adapted into Karate-do to fit this philosophical approach.
However, Karate was originally developed as Jutsu—meaning direct combat application. K.I.R.S.D. honors these original roots, stripping away the purely philosophical elements to focus entirely on real-world self-defense.
What does K.I.R.S.D. stand for?
Keep It Real Self Defense
How is K.I.R.S.D. different from traditional Shotokan Karate?
Traditional Shotokan is practiced as Karate-do (the way of life), focusing heavily on philosophy, sport competition, and self-perfection. K.I.R.S.D. is Karate Jutsu (combat application). We blend long-range Shotokan mechanics with boxing and Filipino Martial Arts to focus strictly on functional, real-world self-defense.
What are the 5 ranges of combat taught in this system?
- Weapon Range: Defending against or utilizing tools.
- Kicking Range: Managing the outermost striking distance.
- Punching Range: Closed-fist, boxing-distance exchanges.
- Elbow/Trapping Range: Tight, inside control and short-range strikes.
- Grappling Range: Clenches, takedowns, and ground defense.
Do you still practice traditional kata?
Yes. We respect the foundation of traditional kata and core basics. However, we do not view kata as a dance or a solo performance. We break kata down through modern application, using its movements to teach functional responses to violent, close-quarter attacks.
Do I need prior martial arts experience to join?
No. Because we treat contact as the beginning of the fight rather than the end, we build your habits correctly from day one. We welcome dedicated beginners who want practical survival skills.
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Kevin Batchelor
Kevin Batchelor
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Kevin Batchelor
- Light Brown Level 3
My college-age daughter and I recently took a self defense class with Kevin. We left with a better understanding of the principles of self-defense as well as basic techniques that are simple and yet effective to remove yourself from a bad situation. This is a class that all women should take, especially young women away at college. My daughter enjoyed the class so much she is looking into pursuing similar classes with Kevin. Highly recommend!
Thank you for taking the time to come and visit us at work and delivering a great experience to our team. Your passion and dedication on the training was exceptional.
Kevin came to our school district and trained staff on self-defense and active shooters. The training was hands on, and Kevin was extremely helpful. Staff felt at ease getting out of their comfort zone and learned so much. I highly recommend Kevin with Keep It Real Self Defense and will use him again the future.
We’ve had a great experience with Keep It Real Self Defense! Kevin is a very patient teacher who truly cares about his students! I really appreciate that he communicates regularly with students/parents and I can see the effort that he puts into every class! My son (9) and daughter (6) are always excited to go to class!
If I could give 6 stars I would! Kevin goes above and beyond. I started both my kids in karate, I have done his women’s self defense course and I’m now moving into his mixed combat class. His dedication in all areas of his works shows! He is experienced in multiple areas of karate, combat and defense. He is patient and knowledgeable and knows how to keep both kids and adults motivated. He empowers you with tools and skills you can use in real, every day life. He is invested in and cares about the people he trains. Thank you Kevin for all the training and support. I’m excited to learn more.
My sister and I took Kevin’s self defense class last night and it was awesome! We learned so much on how to defend ourselves in a dangerous situation. Kevin was patient, answered our questions, and was really enthusiastic about self defense training. Loved the class! Hoping to bring this to my office this summer!
Kevin trained our teachers and staff at Immanuel for AVIRT training. He is very knowledgeable, explain things easily to understand, patient, and makes you feel very confident and comfortable after the training. Highly recommend for any group or individual.
Kevin provided AVIRT training for teachers at Immanuel. He was very knowledgeable and made sure everyone was comfortable with the material he was teaching. This training provided excellent hands on experience.
Absolutely excellent! The instructor is patient, encouraging, and really knows how to break things down for beginners. I’ve already learned so much and can’t wait to go back for the next class. Highly recommend Keep It Real Self-Defense to anyone looking to build confidence, skills, and have a great time learning!
This is our son’s first exposure to martial arts and we couldn’t be happier with Sensei Kevin. It is evident that he is extremely knowledgeable and also passionate about sharing that knowledge. He is also very patient with his students. We have struggled to find an activity that our son likes doing but he really enjoys Sensei Kevin’s classes and has made a lot of progress and are excited to see how far he will go!
My daughters and I took the self defense training and we learned a lot! Kevin took time to explain the principles behind self defense, and why certain moves are more effective than others. Then we were given instruction on how to effectively execute the moves and an opportunity to practice them. I am thankful for my daughter's to acquire this knowledge and we will work to keep our skills up!
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