MORE ABOUT THE COACH

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Started training Karate at age 6 under the leadership of Grandmaster Jim Snowberger

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Began instructing at age 16 and earned 4th degree black belt at age 23

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Competed in full contact kumite tournaments around the world and fought in 2 amateur MMA bouts

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Top Coach at UFC Gym Torrance, CA and Fitness Director at UFC Gym Fairfax, VA

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Founded Pinnacle Fight Team, now run by 2 incredible business partners in VA

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Proud husband and father to a one year old son (and future champ!)