James Walsh (5th Dan)

Mr. James Walsh studied under Mr Joe Palanzo beginning in 1991, and earned his First Black from Mr Palanzo in January of 1997. Mr Walsh has performed numerous community demonstrations and school presentations.

Tournament Accomplishments:

• 2nd Place in Advanced Belt Sparring - Joe Palanzo's Intramural Tournament, 1994
• 3rd Place in Advanced Belt Sparring - John Burdyk's Maryland Open Tournament, 1995
• 4th Place in Black Belt Sparring - Best of the Best Maryland Tournament, 1997 was Head Referee of the 1997 National Junior Fighting Team competition, and has taken part in numerous community demonstrations.

Coaching Accomplishments:

• Assisstant Coach, Joe Palanzo's Junior Black Belt Demo Team - 1st Place WKKA National Demo Team Competition, 1997
• Assisstant Coach, Joe Palanzo's Junior Black Belt Demo Team - 2nd Place WKKA National Demo Team Competition, 1998
• Head Referee - WKKA National Fighting Team Competition, 1997

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.

Last Promoted: March 14th, 2008 at Mid Atlantic Karate Alliance 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

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:

• 2006 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

Bilal Muhammad (2nd 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: December 2011

Max (1st Dan)

Mr Max has been a part of our Kenpo Ohana since 1999, and continues to teach and learn every chance he gets.

Joined Team: 2010

John Mohn (1st Black)

Mr. John is an avid Ravens Fan, and loves doing karate with his daughter. He is one of our most patient and easy-going instructors.

Last Promoted: April 2009

Jerry Norton (3rd Brown)

Mr. Jerry is a work out beast, he loves his Kenpo and his workouts...and his Harley...and bacon...and... He has been teachning with us since 2010, and has his sights set on Black Belt.

Last Promoted: April 2011

Courtney M. (Jr Black)

Ms Courtney is an original member of our Leadership Team, and spends her Saturdays helping Mr Steve and defeating evil on her DS.

Joined Team: 2010

David S. (1st Dan, JR)

Mr David is an original member of our Leadership Team, and enjoys challenging the fitness of levels of our students.

Joined Team: 2010

Ethan B. (1st Dan, JR)

Mr Ethan is an original member of our Leadership Team, and enjoys defeating evil mutants in his time off.

Joined Team: 2010

Brendan L. (2nd Dan, JR)

Mr Brendan is an original member of our Leadership Team, and enjoys learning the intricacies of Kenpo and fine Italian racing cars.

Joined Team: 2010

Jessica S. (1st Dan, JR)

Ms Jessica is an original member of our Leadership Team, and enjoys teaching the new and upcoming stars of Kenpo.

Joined Team: 2010

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

Jessica King (2nd Dan)

Ms Jessica is a graduate of our Kenpo Instructor Training program. 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

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

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

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

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