ABOUT | Self-Defense Instructor

Sensei Mac ~

Sensei Mac is a 7th degree black belt and has achieved the expert level of training in various disciplines. He has studied many martial arts styles, including Tae Kwondo, Kenpo, Shotokan, Juo, boxing, and Aikido. He is a champion of numerous tournaments and a pioneer in mixed martial arts who has trained with some of the most renowned martial artists in the world. Sensei Mac co-founded the Shorinkenjitsu Martial Arts Reality Training (SMART) form of self-defense, which shows a victim how to respond in a real-life attack with self-reliance, self-respect, and autonomy. As a nationally recognized instructor with over 50 years’ experience, he has been called upon to train professional fighters, police forces, our nation's military soldiers, and security specialists.

Sensei Mac is a martial arts instructor at the Alpert Jewish Community Center (AJCC) in Long Beach, CA. He teaches all ages; from the youngest beginners to advanced adult students.

What Sensei Mac teaches ~

MMA: A combination of boxing, wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay, Thai, and other skills.
Jiu Jitsu
Muay Thai
Cardio Kickboxing

Benefits of Martial Arts Training for Adults ~

Martial arts training builds confidence and self-esteem in those of all ages.
Martial arts training stresses self discipline, respect, concentration, and courtesy.
Martial arts helps prepare you for a personal attack in most any situation.
Bullies come in all forms and at any age. Martial arts is ideal for adults who feel threatened at home, in their workplace, or in transit.

Benefits of Martial Arts Training for Children ~

Martial arts training stresses self-discipline, respect, concentration and courtesy.
Martial arts is ideal for children who feel threatened in their neighborhood, school, or in transit.
Martial arts gives children who may not enjoy team sports, the ability to flourish in an activity, while combining physical and mental practices.
Many do not realize this, but it is a fact that martial arts training is statistically safer than most school sports.
Children with special needs, such as ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder), learning difficulties and hyperactivity are often recommended to participate in martial arts because of the clear benefits in its structured training techniques.

A note from Sensei Mac ~

" When I started training in the 70s, roughly 1 in 10,000 people practicing Karate or martial arts ever achieved the level of black belt. In 1976, I achieved the level of black belt and have since added additional stripes, reaching a 7th degree black belt. My life experiences include being a bouncer, bodyguard, and former professional fighter. These experiences allowed me to discover what works and what doesn't when defending yourself or stopping someone from attacking or bullying you. Over the years, I have developed a special set of skills to pass on to you or someone you love. I am proudly 'old school.' I strongly believe in good old-fashioned discipline, good grades, focus, and respect. That is the essential part of what I teach and work to ingrain in my students. I welcome you to drop-in for a visit to witness or experience my commitment and dedication to the art. I'm confident we will work well together because our goals are most likely the same."