Matt Markowitz
Newbury Park
Summary
Martial arts professional prepared to bring extensive teaching experience and passion for discipline to instructional role. Proven ability to inspire students and build their confidence through personalized coaching and structured training programs. Strong collaborator with focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs, ensuring supportive and motivating environment.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Martial Arts Instructor
LaCombe Martial Arts
01.1982 - 03.2012
- Over 40 years of experience under both my 1st & 2nd Degree Black Belts.
- Provided feedback and corrections to improve students' skills and techniques.
- Instructed on proper breathing techniques, stances, and forms.
- Served as a mentor for aspiring martial artists seeking guidance on personal growth within the practice of their chosen disciplines.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting respect, self-discipline, and teamwork among students.
- Coached new students by breaking down techniques into simple moves.
- Evaluated student performance to determine promotion in rank.
- Taught both core principles and fighting techniques to students of all levels.
- Imparted key etiquette points, discipline, and respect.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain order during intense training sessions while prioritizing safety.
- Offered private lessons tailored to individual needs for accelerated skill development or intensive training purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Woodland Hills, CA06-2002
Skills
- Demonstration and modeling
- Physical conditioning
- Self-defense expertise
- Interpersonal relationship building
- In-depth knowledge of martial arts
- Team building and collaboration
- Student assessment techniques
- Physical fitness and agility
- Goal setting and achievement
- Injury prevention
- Self-defense
- Physical assessment
Certification
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) - National Academy of Sports Medicine.-Certificate Number 1251429377
- CPR/AED Certification-Certificate Number 1241411221
Timeline
Martial Arts Instructor
LaCombe Martial Arts
01.1982 - 03.2012
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) - National Academy of Sports Medicine.-Certificate Number 1251429377
- CPR/AED Certification-Certificate Number 1241411221
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
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