"Welcome to The Mind Sensei Podcast. Today, we are honored to sit down with a true veteran of American Kenpo.

Joining us from Reno, Nevada, is Mr. Scott Hilderbrand, a 9th Degree Black Belt in the AKKI with over 50 years of experience on the mats.

Scott’s journey is a direct link to the legends of the art.

He began his path in Tucson, Arizona, and was personally inspired and mentored by Senior Grand Master Ed Parker, training with him directly for a decade.

He later spent 35 years evolving his skills under the guidance of Grand Master Paul Mills.

As the founder of 'The Kenpo Mill' and a regional representative for the AKKI, Scott is dedicated to preserving the core principles of Kenpo while ensuring the art continues to grow and adapt. Please join me in welcoming a master of the art—Mr. Scott Hilderbrand."

Episode 74: The Evolution of Kenpo with 9th Degree Master Scott Hilderbrand

Join host Peter Tas as he interviews Mr. Scott Hilderbrand, a 9th Degree Black Belt with 50+ years of American Kenpo experience.

From training directly with Ed Parker to his 35-year journey with Paul Mills, Scott shares insights into "The Kenpo Mill" and the importance of principles over rote techniques. Don't miss this masterclass on martial arts lineage and evolution.

Keywords: American Kenpo, Scott Hilderbrand, Ed Parker, Paul Mills, AKKI, Martial Arts Evolution, Kenpo Principles, Reno Martial Arts, Mind Sensei Podcast.

Rank: 9th Degree Black Belt, American Kenpo Karate International Association (AKKI).
Experience: Over 50 years of training in American Kenpo.
Early Training: Began at age 12 in Tucson, AZ; inspired by Ed Parker’s 1975 demonstration.
Direct Lineage: Trained directly under Senior Grand Master Ed Parker from 1980 until 1990.
School Ownership: Opened AA Action Kenpo Karate in Las Vegas as a green belt with Ed Parker’s blessing.
Promotion: Promoted to Black Belt by Dennis Conatser.
Mentorship: Trained for ~35 years under Grand Master Paul Mills (1989–2024).
Current Role: Founder of "The Kenpo Mill" and AKKI Regional Representative for Northern Nevada.
Location: Resides and teaches in Reno, Nevada.

Reno Martial Arts, Kenpo Principles, Dennis Conatser, Martial Arts History, Black Belt Training, AKKI Regional Representative.

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