I began training in January 2013, have been a Sempai since 2017, and earned my first dan black belt in March 2019. Martial arts have helped me gain self confidence and become a leader in the dojo. I love competing and perfecting my kata, but my passion is teaching. My students never fail to put a smile on my face and remind me why I love martial arts. I truly believe that I am helping make a difference in their lives, just as each one makes a difference in mine. Thank you to Shihan and all my instructors for helping me improve every day!