MEET THE INSTRUCTORS!
We strive to create the best possible class for our ninjas! This is why Ninja Stars Karate instructors not only bring experience, but also loads of passion and care to our program! We require all our instructors to go through comprehensive training before becoming a Ninja Stars Karate Sensei and all instructors are live-scanned and background checked. Get to know the team below!
SENSEI A.J.
Sensei A.J. is a black belt in Tang Soo Do. His experience in martial arts led him to pursue another form of arts, circus arts, where he became a skilled juggler with over 10 years of experience. Some of Sensei A.J's passions include drawing and story-telling through art. Sensei A.J. brings wonder and excitement to his classes, along with several years of experience working with children. He also enjoys playing ping pong...
SENSEI GREG
Lead Instructor/Owner
Sensei Greg is a black belt in traditional karate and focuses on building self-esteem and a "I Can Do It" attitude for children ages 3 - 7. Sensei Greg has vast experience working with children including formal education in early childhood development and time as a Special Olympics Coach and Martial Arts Instructor. His favorite karate move is the back-fist and some of his favorite hobbies include playing guitar and rock climbing.
SENSEI FATIMA
Sensei Fatima has a background in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and Kickboxing, as well as loads of experience working with kids. Before joining the Ninja Stars team, Sensei Fatima worked in early childhood intervention as a behavioral technician guiding children with special needs. Sensei Fatima brings an enthusiastic and contagiously fun attitude to her classes. Some of her favorite hobbies include hip hop dancing, reading and drawing.
SENSEI LEXEE
Sensei Lexee is a black belt in the Kenpo style of karate. Growing up with older siblings who practiced karate, Sensei Lexee was introduced to martial arts at an early age. Some of her passions include acting, drawing, and of course, working with kids! Sensei Lexee has formal education in early childhood education and brings that experience into her classes. Her favorite martial arts move is the butterfly kick. She also loves potatoes...
Team Lead
SENSEI BUENO
Sensei Bueno has a background in a variety of martial arts disciplines including Tae Kwon Do, Karate, Muay Thai, and Boxing. His experience in martial arts and gymnastics led him to move to the United States where he has dreams of becoming a professional stunt performer. Sensei Bueno is passionate about teaching and has several years of experience working with children as a tumbling coach and extreme martial arts (XMA) instructor. Sensei Bueno was the stunt performer for Captain America in Disneyland Paris!
SENSEI A.J.
Sensei A.J. is a black belt in Tang Soo Do. His experience in martial arts led him to pursue another form of arts, circus arts, where he became a skilled juggler with over 10 years of experience. Some of Sensei A.J's passions include drawing and story-telling through art. Sensei A.J. brings wonder and excitement to his classes, along with several years of experience working with children. He also enjoys playing ping pong...
SENSEI CHRISTINE
Sensei Christine is a black belt in the World Taekwondo Federation and has a passion for passing on her experience to our young ninjas! She enjoys DIY projects, interior design as well as crafts! She loves dogs and has experience as a dog nanny!
SENSEI FATIMA
Sensei Fatima has a background in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and Kickboxing, as well as loads of experience working with kids. Before joining the Ninja Stars team, Sensei Fatima worked in early childhood intervention as a behavioral technician guiding children with special needs. Sensei Fatima brings an enthusiastic and contagiously fun attitude to her classes. Some of her favorite hobbies include hip hop dancing, reading and drawing.
Sensei Rowan
Sensei Rowan has a background in acting, and over 10 years of experience instructing children! She began her passion for acting at age 13 and enjoys passing on that experience to the kids she teaches today. Sensei Rowan also has years of experience in Jiu-Jitsu and Yoga, which has helped her develop keen skills in teaching mental awareness and motor skills! Her favorite pastime is reading and particularly enjoyed the Divergent series of books growing up.
SENSEI LUKE
Sensei Luke is a black belt in Tang Soo Do, he was actively training for over 10 years and is now returning to martial arts to continue his training. Sensei Luke has instructed both children and adults! Aside from martial arts, Sensei Luke has over 3 years of experience working with kids through teaching music in both group and individual settings. Luke is also a working audio engineer and guitar player and spends an abundance of his free time working with artists and making music!
SENSEI MARLEY
Sensei Marley has years of experience working as a behavior technician for young children, specifically with children that have special needs, including ASD. This experience helped her develop the patience and temperament needed to work with groups of kids! Sensei Marley grew up playing various sports, and most notably basketball. Some of her favorite pastimes include going to car enthusiast events and relaxing at the beach. Her favorite video game is Ori and the Blind Forest.
SENSEI FATIMA
Sensei Fatima has a background in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and Kickboxing, as well as loads of experience working with kids. Before joining the Ninja Stars team, Sensei Fatima worked in early childhood intervention as a behavioral technician guiding children with special needs. Sensei Fatima brings an enthusiastic and contagiously fun attitude to her classes. Some of her favorite hobbies include hip hop dancing, reading and drawing.