25 years ago this month, I began teaching on my own; when I first began martial arts training in 1994, I never once thought I'd be a teacher. My first Kenpo instructor required his brown belts to be assistant instructors, and looking back, I'm incredibly grateful for this; it opened a door to a much greater purpose within my life and heart. Since then, I have obsessed over the mission of providing my students with the very best instruction, training and guidance that I can. And that mission has both required and encouraged MUCH evolution of what I teach and how I teach it.
To my students - THANK YOU for allowing my the privilege and honor of being your teacher.
To my teachers, past and present - THANK YOU for your knowledge, your faith and your patience.
To my mentor, Dr. Dave Crouch - you are the singular most-influential individual within my journey, and I will always honor you.