Name: Sensei Terry Parker

Martial Arts Rank: 3rd Degree (Sandan)

Years Teaching Karate: 1 Year

Martial Arts Styles Known: Karate (Amato's Goju-ryu), Nihon Aikido, Bo-staff, Cane, Jo-staff

Primary Martial Arts Weapon: Empty Hands/Clear Mind

Secondary Martial Arts Weapons: Jo-Staff and Cane

Classes Currently Teaching:

• Adult Self Defense

Sensei Terry Parker's Hobbies: Karate practice, Camping, Fishing, Nature and any form of relaxation.

Sensei Terry Parker's Teaching Philosophy: My own personal experience in martial arts has been one of dedication, discipline, focus and lots of practice. These ideals have helped me tremendously.

When teaching, I strive to make the class interesting and fun for everyone by incorporating training methods and ideas learned from previous instructors.

Martial arts training is much more than just kicks, punches, and throws; it's great character building for children and adults as well and encompasses qualities such as confidence, self discipline, commitment, strength, and humility. In my opinion, these are the essentials for a well rounded student.

A Bit About Sensei Terry Parker: I live a simple life and enjoy passing on what I know.