MIXED MARTIAL ARTS – MASTER MARTIAL ARTS PRACTIONER AND INSTRUCTOR. Combined experience in all levels of striking and submissions. Experienced in the FULL CONTACT EXTREME MMA to Full Fitness training and coaching.

JU-JITSU – His studies in Ju-Jitsu & Judo began through the Salvation Army. He has continued his passion of grappling. Begining his training at the age of 12 and achieved his Ju-Jitsu black belt in 1978. He continued training and instructing the Goshin style of Ju-Jitsu. During his Military career he practiced several variations of Ju-Jitsu, primarily focusing on both the Goshin, Budoshin styles and the new Brizilian.

TAEKWONDO – In 1986 he began the study and practice of TAE KWON DO and continued his training in both International and World TaeKwonDo.

KARATE KICKBOXING – In 1982 he began studying Freestyle Karate and Mo Do Kwon. He trained in Full Contact Kick Boxing with the FFKA and achieved his black belt in 1986.

VARIOUS – He has practiced and shared several other Martial Arts throughout and abroad. Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsiu, Tang So Do, Kempo and Shotakan to name a few. Also practiced Wrestling while in High School and some Boxing in the Military.

MILITARY – He is a dedicated and highly decorated Naval Veteran. He joined the United States Naval Forces in 1978 and served his country with honor. His professional Military career entailed Advanced electronics, Flight Crew, Naval Rescue swimmer, Search and Rescue and several Classified Missions.

He has trained with the Elite Naval Seal Team, Army Special Forces, and United States Marine Corps experts. Training in both armed and unarmed combat. He is a weapons expert, Aviation Warfare Specialist and Combat SAR Flight crew. He also enjoyed the camaraderie of friendly Military Martial Arts training while assigned to NAS Norfolk, NAS North Island, NAS Jacksonville and several Naval Battle Ships.

Additionally he earned 3 Naval Commendation Medals, 3 Naval Achievement Medals and countless other awards while conducting Operations in the Middle East, North Atlantic and Central America.

Community – He has consistantly dedicated his time in youth development through the Boys and Girls Club of America, YMCA, Salvation Army, School Mentor Programs and School Seminars.