Instructors
Chris Cox
Dana Sheets
Dana Sheets
8th Degree Black Belt
Dojo Co-Owner
Okinawa-certified master instructor (Shihan)
Chris began training Uechi-ryu in 1984. He has also trained kung fu, qi gong, and MMA as well as Arnis
Dana Sheets
Dana Sheets
Dana Sheets
7th Degree Black Belt
Dojo Co-Owner
Okinawa-certified master instructor (Shihan)
Dana began Uechi-ryu in 1996. She has also trained in judo, qi gong, and tui na. She conducts self-defense mindset workshops for teens and adults.
Associate Instructors
David Fisher
David Fisher
David Fisher
5th Degree Black Belt
Shidoin
Lise Kupke
David Fisher
David Fisher
5th Degree Black Belt
Shidoin
Peter Basch
Ariela Stern
Ariela Stern
4th Degree Black Belt
Shidoin
Ariela Stern
Ariela Stern
Ariela Stern
3rd Degree Black Belt
Shidoin
Sparring Coach
Isaac Cox
Lei Tai Match
Lei Tai Match
3rd Degree Black Belt
Shidoin
Isaac is also a certified physical therapist, personal trainer, strength coach, and performance enhancement specialist. He loves working with all martial artists and anyone trying to achieve a healthier lifestyle. Connect with Isaac at Rehab2Perform in Germantown.
Senior Dojo Advisor
Donna Wieting
6th Degree Black Belt, Shihan
In memoriam
Dan Speck
6th Degree Black Belt
Dan was a titan of our dojo and trained with us from 1997 to 2023. Dan taught our youth program for several years and was a mentor to countless youth and adult students. He always came to class prepared to train hard and trained with good humor and a positive attitude.