• 834 Ohio Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45245
  • (513) 752- KICK (5425)

ABOUT US

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MEET OUR MASTER INSTRUCTOR

SENIOR MASTER DAVE TESTER

David Tester began his training in the Martial Arts in 1978 and opened the US Martial Academy in 1992.

In 1985, Mr. Tester received his first Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, followed by his Black Belts in Kempo Karate and JuJitsu.

In 1996, Mr. Tester was awarded his 4th Degree Black Belt in the art of Shin Gi Tai Jujitsu.

In 2003, Mr. Tester was awarded his 6th Degree Black Belt in the arts of Kempo Karate, Tae Kwon Do and Ad Denkou Kai Jitsu under Master Rick Clark, earning him the title of Master Dave Tester!

In 2013, Mr. Tester was awarded his Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu by Vitor “Shaolin” Ribeiro.

In 2016, Mr. Tester was awarded his 7th degree Black Belt, earning him the title of Senior Master Dave Tester.

ADDITIONAL STAFF

Our additional staff consists of full-time paid and part-time volunteer instructors along with administrative specialists. High-ranking Junior students also assist with the Youth and Little Grasshoppers in order to maintain a high instructor-to-student ratio for those classes.

Invitation to join staff is on a selective basis dependent on:
*Extensive knowledge of school curriculum
*Demonstrated excellence in technique mastery
*Dedication to continual training
*Strong teaching and interpersonal skills
*Adherence to the Academy's stated values

Instructors receive continual ongoing training apart from regular classes in student management, effective instruction and the business of running a martial arts school.
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ACADEMY STATUTE

We recite the Academy Statute at the opening of class to remind our students and coaches of the importance of principled living. We endeavor to live by these words and the seven Virtues each day.


I shall observe the traits of the US Martial Arts Academy.


I shall honor my parents and family.


I shall respect my instructors and seniors.


I shall never misuse the martial arts.


I shall be a soldier of freedom and justice.
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