I am a 53-year-old husband of 30 years, father and grandfather. I was born at Fort Polk, LA and raised on military bases abroad throughout my childhood. I was an exceptional student and athlete. For 20 years I worked in the social service field as a counselor/ mentor working with several populations ranging from developmentally delayed adults, probationary youth then adults in prison. I also am a life-long martial artist (started at age 8) who has fought professionally. My sensei taught me...
I am a 53-year-old husband of 30 years, father and grandfather. I was born at Fort Polk, LA and raised on military bases abroad throughout my childhood. I was an exceptional student and athlete. For 20 years I worked in the social service field as a counselor/ mentor working with several populations ranging from developmentally delayed adults, probationary youth then adults in prison. I also am a life-long martial artist (started at age 8) who has fought professionally. My sensei taught me the balance of life. "If I am to teach you self defense techniques, then you will also learn healing techniques of life." I was given the choice to learn calligraphy, poetry or musical instruments. I chose the guitar.
I have trained several fighters as well as mentored hundreds, I am a counselor by nature. I understand that one can never transcend without balance.
I've studied the guitar since the age of 10. With only three professional lessons, I am completely self taught. Learning to play by ear gives a better understanding of the fretboard and allows one to translate the sounds in one's head through the instrument. Which allows more creativity as sight reading only allows one to play other people's music. I have written/published many songs and performed with several bands.
I was a professional fighter in the art of Muay Thai for eight years. In order to do this one must be at the peak the physical conditioning. I understand how to maximize one's physical prowess and understanding of their body.
Practice and habit are the traits that will open your mind to achieve your goals. Learn from a instructor with years of true experience. Allow yourself the opportunity to work for what you truly want. Use my experience to guide you directly to accomplishment. I will help you!