As the lead instructor at the Dojo, I work directly with students and also oversee our studio programming.  My career began in geology but a love for karate changed my path. I started teaching in 2006 and joined this Dojo in 2007 (then took over as owner in 2014).  I have a 3rd degree black belt.

I am a co-owner of the Dojo and manage day-to-day business for our students and Dojo family. My martial arts studies began when I was 3 years old and I have a 3rd Degree Black Belt in Tagai Jitsu. I have more than 2 decades of experience training and more than 10 years experience as a teacher.

I started as an instructor for the Dojo after receiving my black belt at fifteen years old. I quickly learned that I had a passion for teaching and continued to do so for the next seven years. In 2023, I worked as a taekwondo instructor and earned my black belt before returning to the Dojo. Now I teach in everyway I can, whether it’s martial arts, as a personal trainer or a music tutor. I want help others get passionate and excited about whatever they do; and all the while remain thankful to God for all the people I meet along the way!