Sensei David Kalish earned his third degree black belt on the same day. Sensei Kalish is the head instructor and operator of the United Martial Arts Center in Victor, NY. He and his phenomenal staff are directly responsible for facilitating the growth of hundreds of students since it’s opening in April of 2007. Sensei Kalish is an incredible tournament competitor and uses the skills that make him so good in that arena as attributes to bring out the best in all!

Sensei Pam Wright was awarded a fourth degree black belt during the ceremony. Sensei Wright opened UMAC with Sensei Ingallina in April of 1999 and has been directly responsible for its success throughout the years. The amount of space it would take to list her contributions would turn this into a ten page blog so we won’t even go there. She has been involved in EVERY ASPECT of EVERY PROGRAM that has been developed at UMAC. She developed the Little Dragon and Junior curriculum. The adult program was designed on her watch. Her kickboxing class has rocked Rochester for almost twelve years. She directly helps the lives of all in her role as a self defense instructor. And on and on… Although her titles are many, her biggest gifts cannot be measured. She is a role model to the young and old. She inspires people just from being with them. She is a friend, confidante, coach and inspiration to all of us. UMAC is what it is because of Sensei Pam Wright. Please let her know just how much she is appreciated and loved. There’s only one of her and we all feel lucky she’s ours!

The Hattatsu Ryu Yudanshakai takes great pride in welcoming its newest inductees after one of the most exciting Black Belt tests we have ever witnessed. Heidi Lyndaker, Andrew Wagoner, Kate James, Matt Healy and Kevin Mulvehill put it all on the line on August 14th as they demonstrated all their talents during a four-hour test. The candidates performed group kata (forms), individual kata, all waza (techniques), nage waza, (throws), katame waza (grappling), and goshin jitsu (self-defense) from both empty handed and armed attackers. They finished off with kumite (sparring) against their classmates then with each other.

Although words could never do justice to the immense sense of pride and gratitude we have for these students, suffice to say we are honored to have them as students and friends. We wish them all the best as their training continues. They know that although attaining a Black Belt in Hattatsu Ryu Karate shows they have an excellent understanding of their concepts and skills, it is a beginning to much more.

Please join us in congratulating them when you see them. Stop, bow and let them know how happy you are to have them in your life. We certainly are!

This program has allowed our participants to lose up to 20 lbs. in 24 days the RIGHT way. We will teach you the Three Pillars of Success. They are:

* The right way to implement an exercise regimen (this will surprise you)
* Proper nutrition (not restrictive dieting or wacky programs)
* Optimal supplementation (this will be the catalyst to your success)

A proper balance of the three pillars is essential to achieving success and we promise to deliver a program you can implement immediately.

Feel free to invite anyone. This is the perfect time of year to get a group together, get in shape and feel the absolute best you have ever felt! The Kickoff is absolutely FREE whether you decide to join us in the program or not. You’ve got nothing to lose other than a few unwanted pounds.

If you’re interested, shoot us a quick email response back and just say “put me on the list.”

See you this Sunday,

Mary Ellen & John Ingallina

Their approach is unique and their programming is specific to your goals. Physical training, good nutrition and optimal supplementation protocols allow EVERYONE to achieve success. UMAC’s personal training studio is perfectly equipped with everything you need. We train our clients from the core out for a body that’s strong, healthy and lean.

Whether your goals are weight management, body fat reduction, sports performance or general wellness, they’ll get you the results you’re after. For more information or to set up a free consultation, email John at Ingallina@gmail.com or Mary Ellen at maryellen@selfdefensecenter.com.