I trained and competed in gymnastics for over 14 years as well as participated in numerous other sports throughout my lifetime. I have always enjoyed having a coach; someone who pushes’s me through various forms of motivation. I will never forget the important life lesson’s my past coaches have taught me, they have played an integral role in shaping my life.
My next adventure began in 1997 when I started motorcycle road racing. Talk about an experience, racing around a track at over 170 mph gives you a new appreciation of living on the edge. This was my first adventure where I didn’t have a coach per se but I did have friends who helped me learn the art of racing. I parlayed that knowledge into 2 National Championships as an Amateur in 98’ and continued racing through 2003. I still haven’t officially hung up my leathers and retired, but I certainly retired my wallet from this “expensive” hobby.
It still surprises my friends when I start my latest adventure they call me “Crazy” or you’re too old etc. etc. I’ve been active all my life in various “Sports” What I was missing was something that had a much deeper meaning and purpose. Enter Evolve Academy!
I began my journey at Evolve Academy in January 2006. I had no previous experience in martial arts and wasn’t sure what I was getting myself into. I saw a commercial on TV and bodies were flying around weapons were being disarmed………..CRAZY stuff! I have never been a big fan of fitness clubs; they are very mind numbing, monotonous and boring workouts. I have always needed something to engage my brain and there is nothing like getting the most intense workout without even realizing it till it’s all over! I have learned life skills that I could never receive pushing weights!
The skills and confidence I have learned at Evolve Academy have led me in a whole new direction and purpose in life. At the young age of 36 I even stepped into the cage and fought my first MMA fight and went the distance!
I am even more proud to say that now……... I am an Instructor and the Program Director at Evolve Academy and now, I can give something back to the Academy that has given me so much more!
