Welcome to American Vadha Kempo Academy. We are a family oriented dojo training students of all ages and abilities in the art of American Vadha Kempo Karate. Our philosophy combines modern self-defense techniques with traditional values from our martial arts system. Come join our family, take control of your life and follow the path less traveled!
Take Decisive Action, Follow the Path Less Traveled!
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(848) 218-9700
Train your mind, body and spirit and develop the mental strength and resiliency to succeed! Our programs offer training in Vadha Kempo Karate: a classic martial art coupled with modern, practical self defense techniques
Get Inspired
Grand Master Anthony Cassella takes Junior black belt Matthew through an intense focus pad drill at our East Brunswick Dojo. Watch as Matthew executes this drill with high level technique and intensity. Matthew is an excellent example of our students here at American Vadha Kempo Academy who are leaders among their peers. Even though our students are well prepared for a physical conflict should they face one, they are not bullies who abuse their skill. In fact, we have countless stories of students who have stood up to bullies on behalf of classmates and friends. Learn more about our youth classes and give your child the gift of confidence and leadership!
Adult Vadha Kempo Training
Get Fit, Have Fun, and Learn to Defend Yourself !! Train with 8th degree black belt Master Cassella and 10th Degree Black Belt Grand Master Rich Perrella amongst other high ranking Senseis. Never trained before? No worries, our classes are filled with students of all ages and abilities.
Youth Vadha Kempo Training
Give your child the gift of self confidence! Martial arts training, when done correctly, gives children the skills that lead to happiness and success in life, as well as teaching them to defend themselves from the dangers of the modern world.
Meet the Grand Master
Sensei Anthony Cassella is an 10th Degree black belt Grand Master in American Vadha Kempo Karate. He believes in developing both adults and children to become the best version of themselves. He is a father of four whose kids and wife also train in the art.
It is my belief that the only way we can discover our true potential and become the best version of ourselves is to take decisive action and follow a path that is different from what has become “the norm” within our culture. Strengthening our Body, Mind and Spirit through the training offered in our program has helped me and my students live fulfilling lives.
— Grand Master Cassella
A Family Dojo
Our Dojo offers services for students of all abilities and ages. We have parents in our adult classes whose kids are in the youth classes!
Words From our Members
Tara C.
“I have 2 children in this Dojo. My older son started 7 years ago and it has been the best decision we have made by far. The lessons he has learned here are priceless. Hard work, dedication, determination, respect, delayed gratification, having goals are lessons not often learned by today’s generation. I will forever be thankful that my children are a part of the Vadha Kempo Family. Now my younger son has taken part and I can’t help but be proud to watch him follow in his older brother’s footsteps. I have no doubt that this dojo has helped shape my boys into the amazing people they are.”
Meg L.
“Couldn’t be happier that we choose Master Cassella’s class when our daughter wanted to start karate. He is AWESOME with all the kids, and is always encouraging his “Girl Power”. Thank you for a great experience.”
Dawn T.
“ Our daughter has her brown belt and an amazing sense of confidence from practicing Vadha Kempo with Sensei Anthony. Not only does Sensei teach self defense, he teaches values, self respect, and to have respect for others. As a mom, ther is nothing better than knowing your child can defend themselves.”
