Master: Charles W. Gooden, Jr.

Sensei Gooden has over 50 years of experience as a martial arts student and practitioner of various martial arts styles. In November of 1977, Charles began his study of Tae Kwon Do at a small YMCA center in Cleveland Ohio. After joining the military in 1981, Charles received specialized training and quickly excelled to instructor status. 

• In August of 1986 Charles came to Hawaii after a tour of duty on the island of Adak Alaska, where he immediately began training in Jeet Kune Do under Master Charles  J. Scalera. After 14 years, Charles graduated the program with with special honors. 

• Charles currently holds black belts in three forms of martial art, has performed VIP security details, and has provided security consultant services for high profile organizations. 

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