Regional Manager/Chief-Instructor Black Belt, Sensei Alec began karate at age 5, and brings years of experience from a variety of martial arts. He uses his knowledge of sports kinesiology and applies it in his classes. He loves inspiring self-esteem in children, building the character and confidence skills necessary for a happy, healthy and wholesome life.
	Assistant School Manager/Kitties Instructor, Mr. Kevin is a graduate of California State University, Dominguez Hills with a B/S degree in Business Administration and a concentration in Marketing. He brings his business knowledge, and camp counselor experience to work at Karate Kids. Besides keeping everything organized and smooth flowing, he is an enthusiastic instructor of our toddler program.
	Instructor, Black Belt Sensei Lily was born and raised right here in Los Angeles. Her background in Shotokan is complemented by black belts in both Tae Kwon Do and Hap Ki Do, as well as experience with a number of weapons, including the fan! A graduate of USC with degrees in Art History and Philosophy, Sensei Lily also enjoys reading comic books and cycling around town. But don't let her calm smile fool you -- she's always ready to challenge our students to a kiai contest!
	Instructor, Black Belt Sensei Oscar Born in San Francisco raised in Oakland where he began his martial arts training at the young age of 10. He received his black belt at age 16 around the same time he started teaching and was considered a favorite to both students and parents. He then went on to become State and USTU National champion in Creative Forms competition. He enjoys teaching because of the positive energy, which he feels is very important to have in life. When he is not teaching, he likes to work on his acting craft, and career.
	Miss Meghan - Program Director for Karate Kitties. Meghan is a licensed preschool teacher, who brings years of experience to our Kitties program. As the mother of an eight year old who is currently enrolled in the Black Belt Club, Meghan is excited to work with Sensei Dawn to adapt the Karate Kids program for toddlers 20-36 months . "I believe that the idea of mind, body and spirit can positively influence young children for the rest of their lives." She looks forward to meeting new parents with little ones who will get to enjoy the Karate Kitties experience.
	Customer Service Staff, Mister John hails from Orange County and is currently working towards his Bachelors degree in Human Development at CSULB. He has an extensive background working with children, including students with autism and Down’s Syndrome, and aspires to one day become a pediatric Occupational Therapist. Mister John is also an avid biker and reader, which help to keep his mind strong, body strong, and spirit strong!
	Miss Britney, Customer Service Staff, was born and raised in Upstate New York. She earned her B.S. in Psychology at Howard University and is currently working on her Masters in Counseling at Loyola Marymount University. It is her great desire to be an advocate for youth services and bring assistance to those truly in need. Miss Britney hopes to be an inspiring role model to all of the students at Karate Kids.