Please visit our Articles Page for material recently submitted by our two newest Shodan (1st Degree Black Belt), Bob Gorman and Igor Akkerman. Their essays, respectively on Mushin and a historical account of Okinawan karate in North America, are well worth your time. While there please read the other articles on nutrition, teaching methods and martial arts expression written and submitted by other members of our RyuBuKan Dojo family. Any feedback or questions you have on this material can be sent to me at: pedro@pedrobernardy.com
Thanks again to all of our dojo members for their contributions and support.
About Pedro Bernardy
Pedro Bernardy is a health professional who has been involved with physical fitness for over 40 years. He became a personal trainer in 2003 and quickly gained a reputation as a caring and successful lifestyle coach, personal trainer and martial arts instructor to clients of all ages and fitness levels. Pedro has continued to expand these services to further promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, particularly to demographics with special needs. His training approach involves taking a holistic view of each client and student’s specific needs, educating and guiding them to successful achievement of their goals. His current practice spans fitness clubs, schools, hospitals and community centers where he is in demand for the diverse set of services he provides. Qualifications include:
■ Certified Personal Trainer, NASM ■ Certified Holistic Lifestyle Coach, CHEK Institute ■ 7th Degree Black Belt, Okinawan Martial Arts ■ Certified TRX Instructor ■ Certified GTS Instructor
