Instructors

The instructors at Blackbird Martial Arts all have extensive experience in the martial arts. Students who achieve dan grade (black belt rank) have the opportunity for instructor certification programs where they receive an extensive education on the effective training of junior students.

Ben Couch, Rokudan

Ben began training in Tae Kwon Do in 1984 and has been studying ever since. He holds dan grades (black belt ranks) in several martial arts including karate, tae kwon do, aikido, and jujutsu.

Androt Verdugo, Nidan

Androt received his shodan (1st-degree black belt) and his assistant instructor license in 2021 after more than a decade of training. He received his nidan (2nd-degree black belt) in 2023.

Alonzo Sanchez, Nidan

Alonzo received his shodan (1st degree black belt) and his assistant instructor license in karate in 2021 and his nidan (2nd-degree black belt) in 2023. He has trained in our karate art for over a decade.