Knife Defense Seminar A Great Success

Over forty participants took part in the four-hour "Sudden Knife Attack" seminar at Krav Maga Maryland in Columbia on Saturday, May 3rd.  Click here to view pictures of the seminar.

 
Instructors
Locations - Columbia

Bryan Inagaki - Krav Maga Maryland Chief Operating Officer and Chief Instructor

Bryan is the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Instructor of Krav Maga Maryland.  Prior to this position, Bryan served as the General Manager for the Fighter’s Garage/Capital Krav Maga in Northern Virginia.

Since becoming involved with Krav Maga in 2002, Bryan has reached the Brown Belt Instructor level, is specialized in Force Training with Law Enforcement Certification, and has become a certified youth Krav Maga instructor. He is one of only 20 youth instructors in the country.  Recently Bryan was chosen as the 2007 Instructor of the Year by Krav Maga Worldwide, distinguishing him as one of the top Krav Maga instructors in the country.

Over the course of his five-year career with Krav Maga, Bryan has become an expert in law enforcement training and is responsible for creating the Krav Maga Maryland Tactical Division. His list of students have included members of organizations such as The United States Marshal Service, FBI, DEA, Department of Defense, Federal Bureau of Prisoners, Anne Arundel County Police, Frederick City Police, Frederick County Detention Center, Greenbelt City Police, Montgomery County Police, Prince George’s County Police, Baltimore City Community College Police, University of Maryland Police, University of Maryland Baltimore County Police, and Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Police.

Bryan graduated from American University in 2002 cum laude with a degree in Justice and Public Policy, in which he conducted specialized research in police use of force and accountability. Originally from LaGrangeville, New York, Bryan currently resides in Catonsville, Maryland.

Matt Richards - General Manager - Columbia

Matt is a certified Phase C instructor with Krav Maga Maryland and has been with the organization since its inception.  Holding a degree in Business Management from Salisbury University, he also serves as the General Manager for the Columbia facility, which is one of the largest Krav Maga schools in the United States. 

Richards has extensive martial arts training which started when he was 14 years old with American Karate.  In addition to quickly moving through the Karate belt system, Matt is an accomplished wrestler having competed for local wrestling clubs/Beltway Leagues earning numerous awards.

Originally from Clarksburg, Maryland, Matt resides in Columbia, Maryland.

Jeff Chiu

5Jeff is a certified Phase B instructor with Krav Maga Maryland. He began his training in Krav Maga after attending an open-house and witnessing the practicality and street-tested efficiency of the self-defense system

Jeff graduated with a Bachelors of Science degree in Biology from the University of Maryland, College Park.  After working at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History, Jeff recently decided to return to school to the University of Maryland pursue a career in physical therapy.

Jeff resides in Silver Spring, Maryland.

Matt Ketteringham

Matt is a certified Phase A instructor with Krav Maga Maryland.  He has more than 15 years of martial arts experience holding a 2nd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, an Orange belt in Tomiki Aikido and has trained in Brazilian Jujitsu.  Additionally, Matt has extensive self-defense teaching experience serving as a Tae Kwon Do instructor for 14 years to people of all ages and backgrounds.

Matt holds numerous certifications and has specialized training in areas such as safety awareness/training and mechanical/electrical architecture.  Matt has also received training from the United States Air Force in morale, welfare, recreation and services.

Originally from South Vietnam, Matt currently resides in Glen Burnie, Maryland.

Jeff Marcus

Jeff is a certified Phase B instructor with Krav Maga Maryland beginning his training in July of 2006.  In addition to his self-defense training and instructing, Jeff has also compiled many accolades as a baseball pitcher.  He pitched on the division I level for Middle Tennessee State University which in 2001, was the Sun Belt Conference Champions and finished the season ranked 17th in the nation.

A graduate of Towson University, Jeff holds a degree in Business Management.  He has worked for Approved Promotions conducting on-site marketing, and was named President/CEO of Synergy Promotion LLC continuing his career in promotions/marketing.  Jeff has worked on notable events such Super Bowl’s XXXIX and XXXX, as well as with professional organizations such as the Washington Redskins and Washington Nationals.

Originally from Gaithersburg, Maryland, Jeff currently resides in Columbia, Maryland.

Ryan McCamley

Ryan is a certified Phase A instructor with Krav Maga Maryland and a certified Series I Law Enforcement Instructor under the Force Training Division.  As a police officer Ryan was drawn to the Krav Maga system because of its simplicity and effectivness.

In addition to his self-defense training Ryan enjoys training for triathalons and has competed in several events over the past three years.  Ryan can be seen annually at the Muddy Buddy Ride and Run - a partner adventure race that ends with all competitors climbing through a gigantic mud pit. 

Ryan holds a Bacheleor's degree in Economics from St. Mary's College of Maryland.  Originally from Huntingtown, Maryland, Ryan currently resides in Annapolis, Maryland.

Connie Morreale - Fitness Director

Connie started her career in the fitness industry 19 years ago as an aerobic instructor and in 1996 became a certified personal trainer.  Connie has worked with clients ranging in age 10 to 76, with beginners as well as seasoned athletes.  She has experience dealing with health challenges such as sports injuries, diabetes, fibromyalgia, Parkinson’s and multiple sclerosis. 

Connie holds a B.A. in dance from UNLV and holds a personal training certification through the American Council on Exercise where she received special recognition in the area of nutrition.  In her spare time, Connie enjoys running, cycling, kayaking, hiking, rock-climbing, Krav Maga and adventure racing.

Connie can help you meet your fitness goals, whether you are just a beginner and need guidance, an athlete wanting to hone your skills, or simply a time-crunched exerciser looking for how to get the most out of every moment spent pursuing fitness.  For more information or to setup personal training sessions you can contact Connie directly at 443-878-6077.

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