First introduced to Isshin Shorin Ji Ryu Okinawa Te Karate System as a child  in New Jersey, to defend myself from bullies, it is at this time a love for the martial arts began.  My sensei at the time taught us that martial arts is not only in the dojo, but in life as well. Although, I only took this style of karate for a short period of time, my passion for the martial arts flourished. I would never forget the lessons that I have learned in that dojo.

My journey back into the martial arts would eventually take over 20 years. I was looking for a martial arts school for my nephew, and in 2001, I found Sensei Steve and Sensei Michelle of the USA GoJu Federation. Goju has not only taught me: self-respect, discipline, self-defense; it also installed balance, a healthier lifestyle, and most important a friendship. I was honored to receive my black belt on June 20. 2007.