We are always looking to grow the abilities of our students. That means bringing the best to teach at our school. This list includes instructors that have taught via seminar and residency, as well as former staff members that have moved on to other work.
Master Ben West
Guest Lecturer
Master Ben West is a 4th degree black belt in taekwondo and an International Kukkiwon Master. He runs Decatur Martial Arts.
Master David Popper
Guest Lecturer
Master David Popper is a 4th degree black belt in taekwondo with more than two decades of experience. He is the Head Instructor of MAI North.
Grandmaster Scot Conway
Guest Lecturer
GM Conway is a 9th Degree Black Belt and the founder of Guardian Kempo Kajuko Do. He a published author with more than 50 books!
Professor Scott Burr
Guest Lecturer
A second degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Steve Maxwell, Professor Burr has more than 5 professional MMA fights under his belt. He is the Head Instructor of Enclave Jiu-Jitsu.
Sensei Jason Brick
Guest Lecturer
Sensei Brick is a life-long practitioner and published author with many great works on subjects adjacent or directly related to the martial arts.
Sifu Jacob Arenstein
Guest Lecturer
Sifu Jacob Arenstein has more than 25 years of experience in Kung Fu, Shin Shin Jujitsu, Judo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Hapkido, and Wing Chun. He is the Head Instructor of Spring Martial Arts.
Grand Master James Park
Guest Lecturer
GM James Park is a 9th degree black belt and 1st Class Kukkiwon Master. He is also a World Champion and the Head Instructor of Park's Taekwondo!
Grand Master Ki Moon Kwon
Guest Lecturer
GM Ki Moon Kwon is a former World Champion, Asian Games Champion, and Korean National Champion, as well as the former head coach of the U.S. National Team. He heads World Champion Taekwondo.
Master Jason Zakrajsek
Guest Lecturer
Jason Zakrajsek is a Kuk Sul Do master and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu professor with more than thirty years of martial arts experience. He is the Head Instructor of Chagrin Falls Jiu-Jitsu and Kuk Sul Do.
Master Jin Yu
Former Resident
A collegiate national champion and former member of the Vision University Demonstration Team.
Mr. Chung Sup Maeng
Former Resident
Mr. Maeng is a 3rd degree black belt. He competed extensively in his youth and while in the Korean military.