Business Details
21 Years
experience
Empowering Women Through Self-Defense Training
Founded in 2005 by Roger and Kathy Kemp in partnership with Johnson County Park and Recreation District, The All Kemp Educational Foundation Educational Foundation honors the legacy of Alexandra 'Ali' Kemp, a compassionate young woman whose tragic murder inspired a national movement. Our T.A.K.E. Defense Training program provides reality-based self-defense education to girls and women aged 12 and older, combining safety awareness with practical skills through two-hour sessions held locally and nationwide.With over 75,000 participants trained across the United States, including university programs at institutions like Kansas State University and UCLA, we emphasize accessibility through low or no-cost training. Recognized in national media outlets and honored by the Presidential Citizens Medal, our mission remains focused on empowering individuals to protect themselves while continuing Ali's spirit of compassion and community service.
Services
Self-Defense Training
Safety Awareness Education
University Programs
Community Workshops
Fundraising Events
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of experience training over 75,000 women nationwide
- Partnership with Johnson County Park and Recreation District
- Personalized safety awareness education with practical application
- Featured on ABC's 20/20 and CBS Prime Time
- Founded by Presidential Citizens Medal recipient Roger Kemp
Services
Self-Defense Training
Our two-hour T.A.K.E. Defense sessions teach practical self-protection techniques for real-world scenarios. Participants learn situational awareness, boundary setting, and physical defense methods applicable across all age groups. The program emphasizes confidence-building through hands-on practice tailored to individual capabilities.
University Programs
Partnering with colleges nationwide, we deliver specialized training to students and staff. Programs include campus-specific risk awareness, dormitory safety protocols, and bystander intervention strategies. Institutions like Kansas State University and UCLA have implemented our curriculum to enhance student security.
Community Workshops
Offered through recreation districts in Kansas and Missouri, these workshops provide accessible safety education. Sessions cover personal boundary enforcement, threat assessment, and emergency response techniques. Participants receive training materials and follow-up resources for continued practice.
Fundraising Events
Annual events like the Roger Kemp Golf Tournament support program expansion. These initiatives fund training for underserved communities, equipment development, and instructor certifications. Sponsors receive promotional opportunities while supporting safety education access.
Safety Awareness Education
Our curriculum focuses on early threat recognition and de-escalation techniques. Training includes environmental scanning, intuition trust development, and verbal boundary setting. Materials address both urban and suburban safety considerations for comprehensive protection.
People
Roger Kemp
Founder
Father of All Kemp Educational Foundation and founder of the educational foundation. Advocated for criminal justice reform through billboard campaigns that led to hundreds of arrests. Recipient of the Presidential Citizens Medal in 2012 for community service and crime prevention efforts.
Jill Leiker
Executive Director
Lead instructor with 9th degree black belt in martial arts. Developed T.A.K.E. Defense curriculum with 40+ years of self-defense expertise. Recognized by Kansas City Sports Commission for empowering women through safety education programs since 2005.
Bob Leiker
Director of Curriculum
Criminal justice expert with 9th degree black belt. Former Governor's appointee to Kansas Sentencing Commission. Designed law enforcement training programs and holds six world martial arts championships. Co-developer of T.A.K.E. Defense's reality-based techniques.
Questions
What self-defense programs do you offer?
We provide T.A.K.E. Defense Training sessions for girls and women aged 12+. Programs include community workshops, university campus training, and specialized safety seminars focusing on real-world scenarios.
Are classes free?
Training is offered at low or no cost through community partnerships. We rely on donations and fundraising events like the annual Roger Kemp Golf Tournament to maintain accessibility.
What areas do you serve?
Programs operate nationwide across 40+ states, with primary service areas in Kansas, Missouri, and university partnerships from Texas to California.
How was the foundation established?
Founded in 2005 by Roger and Kathy Kemp after their daughter Ali's murder. The program began through partnerships with local recreation districts and has trained over 75,000 women nationwide.
