Instructors

Classes at Martial Art Fitness Academy are taught by experienced instructors. We invite you to come by and meet our staff. We'd be happy to answer any questions you might have.

Kyo Sa Nim Joe Dumais

Rank: Second Degree Black Belt

Year Started in Martial Arts: 1991

Year Received Black Belt: 1997

Martial Arts Accomplishments: Men's 2nd Degree Black Belt Grand Champion, 2004.

KSN Joe has served with the United States Marine Corp Reserves since 2002 and is the proud parent of a 3 year old son. He has performed martial arts demos at the Toyota Center, individual schools and numerous national retail chains.

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Kyo Sa Nim David Mitchell

Rank: Second Degree Black Belt

Year Started in Martial Arts: 1985

Year Received Black Belt: 1996

KSN David has over 20 years of martial arts experience, including additional training in Mon So Dom Toi and Hapkido. Mr. Mitchell also teaches seminars for women on Crime Awareness & Escape Tactics and teaches VIPs practical street survival skills.

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Jo Kyo Nim Omar Dumais

Rank: First Degree Black Belt

Year Started in Martial Arts: 1991

Year Received Black Belt: 2006

JKN Omar has been training in Kuk Sool Won for about 10 years. He is currently attending Houston Community College and working towards a degree in Physical Thearapy. JKN Omar has fought competitively in various Mixed Martial Arts tournaments and has additional ground fighting, boxing and Muay Thai training. He has also received additional training from martial arts legend John Perretti.

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Program Director

Pauline Tran

Pauline was born and raised in Houston, Texas and is currently a full time student in Houston Community College. She is majoring in education with plans to be a high school English teacher.

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Assistant Instructor

Jason Vasquez

Jason has been an assistant instructor at MAFA since 2004. He enjoys teaching students of all levels. Jason has been involved in the fitness industry for several years, and currently pursuing a personal training certification with National Academy of Sports Medicine. Jason loves to spend time with his beautiful daughter, Mya. Being a single parent allows him to focus on the many benefits parents are looking for when enrolling their children in a Martial Arts Program.

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