My Martial Arts TraininG Experience

I am a 3rd degree black belt with 30 years of experience specifically in Okinawan Goju-ryu karate, as well as exposure to other martial arts.

I began training as child and worked hard to maintain that training through school, work, cross-country moves and all the other changes that come with adulthood. I’ve strived for such consistency over the years because karate has been so useful to me outside of the dojo (training hall). It has challenged my mind and my body. It has helped to clear my thoughts and let go of my frustrations and disappointments. Ultimately deep study of karate has helped me understand myself better. I believe that studying karate is a personal journey and insight into yourself is the highest benefit of martial arts training. (Although the fitness, self-defense, and camaraderie benefits are great too!)

Because of this, I strongly believe in individual and small group training. It is how most of my training was carried out, it is the traditional model of karate training, and I believe it is one of the most effective ways to teach, particularly as the student advances. Remember, you have to do the moves, no one can do karate for you. Personal attention from a qualified teacher is key to learning safely and effectively.

I am also a Certified Personal Trainer through ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine)* as part of my commitment to provide quality karate and fitness instruction to my students.

If you have the same interest in studying traditional martial arts, please contact me!