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Master
Sensei Mark Slocum
5th Degree Master Instructor
(Multi-Certified)
(Sensei@selfdefense4u.net)
As
the Master Instructor of the DTTS Self Defense &
Women's Self Defense Programs, Master Sensei
Mark promotes the preparation of students for
combat (self defense) in the real world.
Originally from Long Island NY and ranked nationally in
Weapons, Kata and Fighting, Master Sensei Mark
is certified and specializes in various Martial Art styles
(American Tae Kwon Do, Wing Chun Kung Fu &
Animal style Kung Fu, Muay Thai and Kick
Boxing). With his active membership in the USJKC,
UKF, SKI, DOJO Organization as well as the
Chinese Martial Arts Federation, his knowledge
and training abilities are quite extraordinary.
His Instructor's aphorism is as follows: "There are many Great Fighters and there are many Great Instructors, but there are very few Great Fighting Instructors who can be Leaders to effectively teach, understand the many personalities of students and produce positive results." Since this is a rarity in many Martial Art Schools today, he continues to strive for the ultimate Mastery of understanding and conforming as the never-ending search to be the best in offering opportunities to those who seek the knowledge and ability to become confident in today's society.
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Sensei
Brian C. Villegas
3rd
Degree Black Belt Instructor (Multi-Certified)
(BVillegas@selfdefense4u.net)
A Charlotte native and long time student of Master Sensei Mark, Sensei Brian began his Martial Arts training in American Federation Freestyle Karate and received his degree in DTTS Self Defense. After being certified in numerous Federations (USJKC, UKF, DOJO, SKI), Sensei Brian proceeded to venture out to continue his training by training with decorated professionals such as Trooper Touch and furthering his studies at AMA in Jujitsu, ground fighting, wrestling & submissions.....skills used by UFC (Ultimate Fighting Champion) champion and cage fighter Royce Gracie. Additionally, he has trained in Muay Thai and Kickboxing to become well rounded in many many phases of the Martial Arts.
Now as an experienced and multi-certified Martial Arts Instructor, his proficiency and professionalism to teach the DTTS Self Defense program as one of the elite has been recognized throughout the Charlotte and surrounding areas. As he continues to evolve and share his skills with students of all walks of life, his motto is "IN LIFE ONE SHOULD LEARN ALL THEY CAN TO BE WELL ROUNDED IN ALL THINGS".
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Sensei Gabe
Valdes
2nd Black Belt Instructor
(Multi-Certified)
(GValdes@selfdefense4u.net)
Borned in Cuba, Sensei Gabe is fluent in Spanish and English. As an Instructor of the DTTS Self Defense program Sensei Gabe thrives on promoting the success of students who make the commitment to learn Self Defense in the real world.
Acquiring his first Black Belt from Master Jin Sun Je of the ATC in Florida, Sensei Gabe's training in Moo Du Kwan, Korean Tae Kwon Do and Aikido enhances the versatility of his teachings, volunteer work and continued training in the Martial Arts. With his continued training he is able to enhance the abilities of his son as he works toward the coveted goal of someday becoming a Black Belt like his Dad.
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Sifu Kevin Perry
Black Sash / Black Belt Instructor (Multi-Certified)
Having a very diverse background, Sifu Kevin Perry was born in Syracuse NY but spent most of his time in Fort Lauderdale Florida where he began his Martial Arts Training.
Receiving his first black belt in Tae Kwon Do under Master Yamakawi, Sifu Perry continued his training in Western Boxing, Muay Thai and capitalized his Martial Arts career in Kung Fu where he received his degree in Chinese Boxing under Professor James Craven. Sifu Perry's initiative continue to drive him for success as the never-ending knowledge of Martial Arts drove him to be fluent in Wing Chun and many other forms of Kung fu while achieving the status of excellence by being featured in published copies of a popular edition of Kung Fu book publications.
Although his skill set and knowledge has promoted many opportunities to educated others such as those students in our DTTS Self Defense program, he continues to learn by retaining the passion for growth in the pursuit for truth in combat and to find the best and most efficient form of Self Defense to pass it on to the next generation.
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Thomas Gilliam
Certified Junior Black Belt Assistant Instructor
Coming up through the DTTS ranks as one of our newest Instructors, Thomas Gilliam is no doubt one of our elite students and now a Certified Black Belt of the Federation. Thomas has learned over the years that dedication and much sacrifice is necessary in achieving goals....thus becoming one who can demonstrate and teach what he has developed utilizing first hand experience.
Thomas feels that a Black Belt symbolizes the foundation and knowledge of Self Defense and all the rules, exceptions and decisions surrounding it. However, it is not a tool to flaunt your strength, skill or power. It should represent being humble and respectful while possessing the level of skill needed to defend his body, family and friends if needed. In the end, the ultimate level and true meaning of a true Martial Artist is not only as it is worn around the waist within the DOJO, but it also possess a deeper meaning hidden behind the essence of becoming a Black Belt.
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Jatrine Bentsi-Enchill
Certified Zumba Master Instructor
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Marketing Director
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