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Debbie Naylor

Debbie Naylor

Started her training in the Spring of 1986 at the Professional Martial Arts Academy, which was a mix of Kenpo Karate and Tiger and Crane Kung Fu. In the Winter of '87 changed to Gemini School of Self-Defense, a Phillipino/Indonisian based self defense school. She received her very first Black Belt at this school. Then, she become an instructor and the senior student at this school. She also trained in Ju-Jutisu , Kali , Arnis. (A form of stick fighting)Next, she trained in Yang Style Tai Chi. She became a Certified Assistant Instructor in March of 1994. After moving to Tennessee in August of 94 she trained in Ninjutsu from the winter of '94 to spring of '98. Shortly after she started on her path in Tae Kwon Do. From the Summer of 2000 to current has been training under Jon Paul Roberts. Received her 1st Degree Black Belt in October of 2002. Became a Certified Instructor in '03 and a Senior Certified/School Owner in '05. Other credits to note: Developer and Founder of W.A.R. Women Against Rape. This is an easy street smart women's self-defense system. Also has been a consultant on women's self-defense for Channel 8 WVLT. She has started the first (MAAP) Martial Arts Afterschool Program in Jefferson County & now the first Summer Karate Camp. Both are great for kids. Mrs. Naylor is also training in Brazilian Jiu-Jutsu under Mr. Brad Hatcher.
 
Brian Naylor

Brian Naylor

Started his training in August 21, 1991. He joined the I.T.F. and studied Tae Kwon Do as a P.E. credit in college. This was his first step on the path of the Martial Arts. July of '92 He started training at Gemini School of Self Defense, where he and Mrs. Naylor first met. This is where Mr. Naylor became assistance instructor - help teach classes. He got his first taste of Ju-Jutisu, Kali and Arnis (a form of Stick Fighting). In the winter of '93 he cross trained in Yang Style Tai Chi. After moving to Tennessee he continued training and started Ninjutsu in November of '94. In June of 2000 he started training again in his first love Tae Kwon Do. Became a Certified TKD Instructor in Dec. of 2002. He became a Senior Instructor/School owner in January of '05. Things to note: Mr. Naylor has been cross training in the Grappling Arts. Attending seminars and competing in local tournaments since 2003. He has also been instrumental in Mrs. Naylor's W.A.R. Program - He has helped in the development. Mr. Naylor is a Blue Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Mr.Brad Hatcher.
 
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Amanda Moreland

MRS. AMANDA MORELAND STARTED HER TRAINING AT 11YRS. OLD IN TAEKWONDO UNDER JON PAUL ROBERTS. SHE BECAME A TRAINEE INSTRUCTOR IN 2003. SHE PASSED HER CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TEST IN JUNE 2004. SHE HELPED HER FAMILY OPEN THERE NEW SCHOOL IN JEFFERSON CITY IN 2005. SHE TEACHES AND HELPS RUN THE MAAP (MARTIAL ARTS AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM) CURRENTLY TO THIS DAY.
 
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Nicole Naylor

Nicole started training at age five. Nicole's whole family was in Martial Arts so it's only natural that she loves it. She has won many local and regional championships. She is currently a third degree black belt and will be eligible to test at age 15, for senior third degree. She tested, and achieved certified assistant instructor in April of 2007. Nicole Tested for & achieved Jr. Certified Instructor in June 2008. Congratulations - It's a long and very hard Testing. Nicole took and passed her Certified Instructor Test Aug. 2010.