our team
It is imperative that parents who are just looking for a fun activity to keep their child busy understand that we will not be the right academy for you. All students are held to a standard of excellence; both on and off of the mat. Everything you receive here - including your white belt and uniform - must be earned. We will maintain consistent communication with your child’s teachers at school to ensure that their respectful attitude, behavior, focus, and work ethic are also maintained in school. Parents are also expected to play an active role in their child’s growth and progression. Expectations set at home must also be met in order for students to progress in rank.
Our team is here to celebrate your victories, support you through your short comings, and push you to your full potential. In training — as in life —you will not always feel motivated. You will not always win. And so you must learn to be disciplined — in mind, body, and spirit.
Ms. Rae Sypher
Owner & Chief Instructor. Began training in 1998 and holds the rank of 4th Degree Black Belt.
meet our volunteer instructors
Ms. Sypher
Ms. Sophia Sypher is a Senior Instructor. She began training in 2007 and currently holds the rank 3rd Degree Black Belt. Off the mat Ms. Sypher is a second year Public Health major.
Mr. Possible
Mr. Noah Possible is a Senior Instructor. He began training in 2013 and currently holds the rank 3rd Degree Black Belt. Off the mat Mr. Possible is a program facilitator at PEI Kids.
Ms. Mudry
Ms. Liz Mudry is a Senior Instructor. She began training in 2011 and currently holds the rank 2nd Degree Black Belt. Ms. Mudry is currently working abroad as an assistant English teacher in Japan.
Mr. Shah
Mr. Prasham Shah is an Assistant Instructor. He began training in 2014 and currently holds the rank 3rd Degree Black Belt. Off the mat he is a student.