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Grand Master Lioni Velasquez (Chief Instructor)
More than 35 years of martial arts experience. G.M.
Velasquez has taught a wide variety of students. He is
experienced at working with military and police
departments, is a certified Rape Prevention Instructor,
and has taught children and adults with ADD and ADHD,
and other disabilities. He advocates finding the
student's goal and then finding a way to help achieve
that goal.
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Sensei Anthony (Atemi-Ryu Jujitsu)
Anthony has more than 9 years of experience in the
Atemi-ryu system, and has been teaching for 4 years.
He is direct and down to earth, and his teaching reflects
that. Although he specializes in Jujitsu, Anthony has
also studied Aikijutsu. He was recertified as an
instructor by Dr. Chineque, system founder, in Oct. 2007.
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Sensei Mark Sternlicht (Chendokan Aikido)
With more than 8 years of experience in the Atemi-ryu
system, Mark is a certified Aikido instructor. He applies
the same discipline in the dojo that has made him a
success in the courtroom. Mark practices with an eye
on the precise application of traditional forms and
efficient application of techniques.
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Sensei Matt (Chendokan Aikido)
Matt originally came to Atemi-ryu with an interest in
Jujitsu, but ultimately studied Chendokan Aikido. After 7
years of study, he received his Shodan in May of 2007.
He prefers the blending of Atemi-ryu jujitsu and
Chendokan aikido instructor, and is available for private
lessons.instructor, and is available for private lessons.
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Sensei Mike Salley (Chendokan Aikido)
Despite his interest in Jujitsu, Mike decided to persue
studies in Aikido, receiving his Shodan May of 2007. He
prefers to focus on applying techniques to
multiple-attacker situtations. Mike is also studying
Jujitsu and Arnis. He is a certified Aikido instructor, and
is available for private lessons.
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Sensei David S. (Atemi-Ryu Jujitsu)
David has more than 7 years of experience in the
Atemi-ryu system. He received his Shodan in Jujitsu in
2007. David, then only 15, tested for an adult rank and
at the adult standard. He has studied Jujitsu for 7 years
and Aikido for 4. He is a certified Jujitsu instructor and
teaches several of our kids and teen classes.
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Sensei Timothy Rickman (Atemi-Ryu Jujitsu)
Tim has studied Jujitsu for more than 5 years. He
received his Shodan in 2008 and has been an integral
part of classes for several years. He is known for his
friendly smile and welcoming spirit. He makes a point
to have time for his students and take the time to ensure
student have a chance to explore techniques.
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Sensei Steven Carpenter (Chendokan Aikido)
Steve has studied Chendokan Aikido for more than 5
years, starting after the age of 50. He received his
Shodan in February 2008. Steven has broad
professional expertise and has applied his hunger for
knowledge to his martial arts study
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Don Bell (Chendokan Aikido)
Don has studied a variety of arts from Hapkido to Jujitsu.
He spent 9 months of the year before his Shodan
training with a broken hand. His dedication to the study
of martial arts is clear. He has studied Chendokan
Aikido for 6 years.
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Sheila Valdez (Atemi Ryu Jujitsu)
Sheila has studied many martial arts and was
accomplished in Judo before she came to Jujitsu. She
studies to be efficient and devastating in martial combat.
At only 5' 3" her size conceals her power.
Assistant Instructor (Atemi Arnis)
Sheila's interest in Arnis resulted in the launching of our
first Atemi Arnis class in Fayetteville. She has a broad
knowledge of health and fitness and has studied both
Jujitsu and Judo. She prefers the dynamic use of
weapons and principles for multiple strike defenses.
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