Vernon Smith started training in Matsubayashi-Ryu in Scotland in the fall of 1991 under the instruction of Dan Hopkins 3 Degree till the fall of 94. In 95 he moved to Key West Fl where he trained independently. In 2000 Started training under Sensei Cesar Marin a 5th degree in Kobayashi Shorin Ryu and Kickboxing. During the time he trained at Marin School of Martial Arts he won numerous competitions.
2nd Place 2003 The Universal Martial Arts Hall of Fame 7th Annual Karate world Championships Men's Traditional Kata
1st 2004 Battle for H Town senior men's Traditional Kata
1st 2005 Battle for H Town Traditional Kata
1st 2005 Battle for H Town Traditional Weapons
Over 15 years of experience in the fitness industry.
Certifications:
A.C.E
N.F.P.T
Cardio Kickboxing Instructor
Sports Hypnotist
Lifestyle Fitness Coach
Continuing Education:
Sports Nutrition
Advanced Flexibility Training
Cardio kickboxing Instructor
Functional Training Instructor
Plyometrics
Cycle Reebok Instructor
Sports Hypnotist
Lifestyle Fitness Coach
Martial Arts Instructor
16 years training in the Martial Arts,
5 Matsubayshi Shorin Ryu
5 years Kobayashi Shorin Ryu
2 nd Degree Black Belt in Kobayashi Shorin Ryu
6 Years as a Massage Therapist - (Registered in Texas).
Swedish massage
Deep Tissue
Chair Massage
Aroma therapy
Thai Massage
Professional Memberships:
A member of The Martial Arts Teachers' Association
