This is an authentic Elvis Presley International Kenpo Karate Association membership card, dated September 5, 1974, certifying Elvis as an 8th A.M.A. (American Martial Arts) rank holder.
Signed by Ed Parker, founder of American Kenpo Karate and Elvis’s longtime instructor, this card represents Elvis’s deep involvement in martial arts — a passion he pursued throughout his life.
Details:
Issued To: Elvis Presley
Organization: International Kenpo Karate Association
Rank: 8th A.M.A.
Date: September 5, 1974
Signed By: Ed Parker, Chairman of the Board
Condition: Excellent preserved condition
Why This Matters:
Elvis’s dedication to martial arts was more than a hobby — it was a lifelong passion. This card is a rare, tangible artifact from that journey, reflecting his commitment to Kenpo Karate and his close relationship with Ed Parker.