I started martial arts in May 1989. By January 1994 I had earned the rank of Shodan (1st degree Black Belt). I continued training and teaching with Mike Hess until ultimately being awarded the rank of Godan (5th degree Black Belt) in December 2004. The teachings of Mike Hess changed my life forever. Those teachings gave me the foundation to train anywhere with anyone. I cannot count the compliments I've received over the years. All can be attributed to my training from Mike Hess. I owe everything to those lessons instilled in me so many years ago. I am forever indebted to my Sensei, and only hope to impact others the way I have been impacted.
Inaugural karate fundraiser a success, second one planned
Published in the The Star (North Augusta)
Date May 11, 2015