Ohana…means family in the Hawaiian language and it was one of the main words used at the Dragons Den found in Union City, CA. I had the pleasure to see a Dragons Den sponsored seminar at a local school gym. Instructors from other Kajukenbo schools came as well to show their support by teaching lessons that day. Students from different schools lined up together to pray and then they started warming up. It was great to witness such great synergy amongst Martial Artists.

What is Kajukenbo? Kajukenbo is a mixed martial art. KAJUKENBO is an acronym and stands for:KA: Karate, JU: Judo/Jujitsu, KEN: Kenpo, BO: Western Boxing & Chinese Boxing (Gung Fu). This art is known for takedowns, joint and limb destruction, and fast strikes to vital areas. The art originated on the island of Oahu, Hawaii in 1947. The creation of the art was to deal with local crime, and to help the people defend themselves from U.S. Navy sailors who would start fights in the city.

Like most Kajukenbo schools, Dragons Den started in a garage and grew from there. Sigung Jeff Macalolooy, owner and instructor, of Dragons Den was introduced to the art at age 5. He started training at a bingo hall behind his local church. From age 5 to 18 Sigung Jeff trained in various garages, backyards, and at the park. It wasn’t until 2002 when Dragons Den had a formal building to train in. Now Sigung Jeff owns one of the most sought after martial arts schools in Northern California.

Dragons Den has a mixture of old disciplines and modern fighting styles. Sigung Jeff Macalolooy and his students emanate the passion, discipline, honor, respect and strong fighting skills that are now hard to find in modern times.

Someone to look for in Pro MMA fighting would be his brother, Sifu Jon Macalolooy, he started his training under Sigung Jeff Macalolooy. It was an honor to be in the presence of both brothers; two humble, respectful and yet dangerously skilled Martial Artists.

Look for Jon Macalolooy, Pro MMA fighter, who will be covered in our up coming issues….

For more information on Dragons Den, please visit their website www.DragonsDenMMA.com
Dragons Den MMA
2843 Whipple Road
Union City, CA 94587
510-477-6800