Jan
- 2 Courses
- 156 Students
5.00 (120)
★★★★★ 5/5
About Coach Jan:
Where are you from?
Coach Jan:
“I am originally from the East Coast, NYC but have lived in many states. I have been in Az since 2000.”
How many years have you studied Martial Arts?
Coach Jan:
“I began studying Martial Arts around 1984”
How many Martial Arts have you studied?
Coach Jan:
“Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, American Karate, Tae Kwon Do. Hwa Rang Do”
Have you competed in a Tournament Competition?
If yes, what Martial Art style?
Coach Jan:
“I competed in Masters Worlds, 2022-23 in BJJ Also competed in multiple karate tournaments”
If competed, what was the experience like before competition and after competition?
Coach Jan:
“Properly applied technique is more important than strength and weight. Learning to adapt to “the jitters” is good for all life experiences. ”
What Martial Arts do you teach?
How long have you taught?
Coach Jan:
“I occasionally assist with the kids class in BJJ and have taught and assisted karate and tae kwon do”
How long have you been an Instructor at Lopez Martial Arts?
Coach Jan:
“Intermittently since 2018”
How does Martial Arts Help the average person?
Coach Jan:
“Seeing students become immersed in a physical/mental activity and begin to figure things out on their own. Watching improved self confidence.”
What do you enjoy most when you teach?
Coach Jan:
“It has become an anchor to keep me physically and mentally strong during life’s challenges. It saved my life during a self-defense situation. I have met friends to share a common journey. Not remotely being a natural athlete, it has improved my balance, strength, and flexibility.”
Why Lopez Martial Arts?
Coach Jan:
“I have taken many classes and dabbled in many styles of martial arts over the years, in many different venues (military, police work, etc) I have had the experience of being trained by many high-level instructors-world champions, Grand Masters, Hall of Fame martial artists, etc. This is the first school where I have seen such a high level of commitment to and knowledge of such a vast range of martial arts. Professor Lopez is astoundingly well-rounded with his knowledge and technique. Outside of that, he cares about every student in the school and their progress, not just the stars. He is open and friendly while still drawing out the maximum performance each student is capable of. He respects everyone and expects his students and staff to do the same.
When student guests visit, even black belts, they leave saying “Was, that was amazing!”
He is the best of the best.”
Discipline/Rank/Lineage:
Coach Jan:
- BJJ (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu) = 3 Stripe Blue Belt
- American Karate = 2nd Degree Black Belt
- Tae Kwon Do = Black Belt
- Hwa Rang Do = Black Belt
Chris Lopez (Nova Uniao), National Karate under John Worley, Chris Lopez, Chris Lopez
Accomplishments:
Coach Jan:
- Double Gold World Masters 2022-1st blue Masters 7 light feather
- 1st Blue Open Masters 7
- 1st Absolute Masters 7
- Multiple Karate Tournament Placings, Form, and Sparring
- Judge, Diamond National Karate Tournament
Martial Arts Taught
- 152
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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Dojo!
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- 152
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MMA Kickboxing
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- 152
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Judo
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Judo Dojo!
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- 152
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Children Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
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Children Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Dojo!
“Lopez Martial Arts”