I started Jujitsu training at age 6,in 1960 at the Ardmore YMCA, I was promoted to a junior black belt at age 12.  I continued with training and wrestling team until 15.

I left home and went to California where I trained at any school that would have me for chores and such through High School.  I trained for 6 years with James Wing Wu in Hung Gar Kung Fu and for 2 years in Tia Chi concurrently.

During that period I also spent some time at Ed Parker's in West LA. I trained and co-taught with Frank Dux in Koga Yamabushi Nin Jitsu for 8 years in North Hollywood.  During that time I also taught at the Pacoima Boy's Club.

I returned to the Philadelphia area in 1984 and began my own school in Plymouth Meeting, through Whitemarsh Recreation, in September of 1985 where I still teach today.

My primary art is Koga Yamabushi Nein Jitsu which is an eclectic art based on Jujitsu, kick boxing and the traditional kabudo weapons.  My rank in Koga Yamabushi Ryu is godan.  I have a sandan through JA, and a shodan in Shotokan as well as Tae Kwon Do.

In 1991 I went to a seminar of Prof. Remy Presas' Modern Arnis and I have studied that art since.  In 1992 I was introduced to Prof. Wally Jay by Prof. Presas, and I have been an avid follower of Prof. Jay ever since.

All in all, I guess this makes me a Martial Arts mutt!