OUR STAFF

James Walsh (5th Dan)

Mr Walsh received his 5th Black from the Mid Atlantic Karate Alliance in March of 2008.

James Walsh has studied under Mr Palanzo since 1991. He has coached two champion Black Belt demonstration teams at national events, was Head Referee of the 1997 National Junior Fighting Team competition, and has taken part in numerous community demonstrations.

He has also survived the RMCAT Adrenal Stress Course, allowing him to place real-world emphasis on his Kenpo.

Certifications:

  • Former WKKA Instructor (since inaugural year of certification)
  • 2003 CDT® Tactical Master Instructor
  • 2004 International Fast Defense Association Instructor
  • 2005 Last Resort Tactics™ Instructor

Mr. Walsh owns and operates Charm City Kenpo Karate in Cockeysville, MD.

Mr James can also be found taking some good beatings on the WKKA technique videos...

Last Promoted: March 14th, 2008 at MAKA National Camp

Robert Clement (4th Dan)

Mr Clement received his 4th Black from the Mid Atlantic Karate Alliance in March of 2008.

A student of the arts since 1983, Mr. Clement is loved by the parents and children alike for his wry sense of humor and relentless pursuit of the karate ideal.

Certifications:

  • 2005 CDT® Tactical Control

Last Promoted: March 14th, 2008 at MAKA National Camp

 

Jennifer Levi (3rd Dan)

Ms. Jennifer is a collegiate level teacher, as well as top-flight Kenpo instructor. She quit competing shortly after her first first-place tournament win, preferring to focus on her studies and the real-life application of Kenpo she learned during her RMCAT course.

Certifications:

  • 2004 CDT® Tactical Control
  • 2001 RMCAT Adrenal Stress Course
  • 2004 International Fast Defense Association Instructor

Last Promoted: March 2007 at Mid Atlantic Karate Alliance Camp

Tony Chapolini (3rd Dan)

Mr. Tony has been with us since he was six years old, giving him a unique perspective on teaching children. We are all proud of and impressed with his skills and dedication.

Certifications:

  • 3006 IFDA Instructor
  • 2003 CDT® Tactical Control
  • 2005 Last Resort Tactics™

Last Promoted: March 2007 at Mid Atlantic Karate Alliance Camp

Steve Hom (2nd Dan)

Mr. Steve is one of the kid's favorite instructors, and has been with the school since shortly before time began. His unique style and energy make all of his classes one of a kind!

Last Promoted: 7/19/2008

 

Robert Weeren (2nd Dan)

Mr. Robert is also a product of our Kenpo Instructor Training program. His professionalism and ease at teaching make him a great asset. Mr Robert was promoted to Black Belt at the 2004 WKKA Camp in Baltimore.

  • 2003 CDT® Tactical Control
  • 2004 RMCAT Adrenal Stress Course
  • 2004 International Fast Defense Association Instructor
  • 2005 Last Resort Tactics™

Last Promoted: March 2007 at Mid Atlantic Karate Alliance Camp

Jessica King (2nd Dan)

Ms Jessica is a graduate of our Kenpo Instructor Training program. She has been our chief instructor since 2004, and hopes to one day run her own Charm City school. She is a Black Belt Schools International certified instructor, and a graduate of the UP Instructor College.
Ms Jessica earned her Black Belt in April of 2005, and was certified at the WKKA National Camp in October of that year.
She has also received a Letter of Commendation from the Governor of Maryland for her participation in Asian Pacific Heritage Month.

Certifications:

  • 2004 CDT® Tactical Control
  • 2005 Last Resort Tactics™
  • 2006 UP Instructor College graduate

Last Promoted: March 2007 at Mid Atlantic Karate Alliance Camp

 

Austin Wilson (1st Dan)

Mr. Austin is a product of our Kenpo Instructor Training program. He has been teachning with us since 2008, and hopes to achieve True Ninja status soon.

Last Promoted: April 2009

Bilal Muhammad (1st Black)

Mr. Bilal is a life-long devotee of martial arts, and has been with us for many years. His patience on the mat is legendary.

Last Promoted: April 2009

Pete O'Neill (1st Brown)

Mr. Pete is a cardio machine, and runs the toughest workouts in town. He has been teachning with us since 2008, and has his sights set on Black Belt.

Last Promoted: April 2009

John Mohn (2nd Brown)

Mr. John is an avid Ravens Fan, and loves doing karate with his daughter.

Last Promoted: April 2009


Donald Wong (2nd Dan)

Mr. Don is a product of our Kenpo Instructor Training program. One of the many who began their Kenpo journey years ago, only to restart later in life - his kenpo demonstrates his analytical nature and keen grasp of principals. Mr Don was promoted to Black Belt at the 2004 WKKA Camp in Baltimore.

Certifications:

  • 2003 CDT® Tactical Control
  • 2004 RMCAT Adrenal Stress Course
  • 2004 International Fast Defense Association Instructor

Last Promoted: March 2007 at Mid Atlantic Karate Alliance Camp

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

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