Instructors

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Coach Larry Bernard

Owner & Head Coach

• Coach Larry began his martial arts journey in 1989, developing his foundation in the traditional disciplines. Although, he gravitated to the energetic and competitive styles of Taekwondo & boxing

• In 1998, Coach Larry joined the US Army & competed for the Camp Casey Boxing team

• During his time in the military, he secured two Light-Heavyweight Boxing Championships titles

• He was awarded the Army’s Physical Fitness Badge for going above and beyond the standards for a soldier’s PT requirements

• The recognition Coach Larry received in the military sparked his passion for personal training & led him to want to help others improve their physical, emotional, & mental health

• Coach Larry has continued to train & compete in the mixed martial arts (MMA) arena, in addition to boxing, Tai Chi, Taekwondo, catch wrestling, kickboxing, & Luta Livre

• He is currently a brown belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu & continues to compete in national grappling tournaments

Coach Kay Bernard

Gym Manager

• Coach Kay is a former high-level competitive gymnast who has been coaching gymnastics across the country since 2002

• In addition to managing Ronin MMA, she is also the owner of Empire Gymnastics Academy

• She holds a BS in Exercise Science

• She graduated with an MS in Kinesiology with a concentration in Sports Conditioning & Sports Psychology

• Coach Kay also has a second MS in Digital Marketing & Analytics, which she uses to further the development of Ronin MMA & grow our community

• Coach Kay recognizes the unique qualities gymnastics and martial arts share. Her goal is to combine her background with her sports science education to offer a more comprehensive training program for Ronin's athletes, focusing on functional flexibility and strength & conditioning that enhances sports performances

Coach Jason Giles

Judo

• Coach Jason is a current black belt in Judo and a purple belt in Brazilian jiu jitsu