“I enjoyed hearing what the 3rd graders had to say, sometimes they’ll catch you off guard, but that’s part of it. It’s fun, it’s a conversation that I get to have with them, and I feel like a role model and a leader in our school” – Clara, 8th grade presenter
Gary Engels earned his 3rd degree black belt in The Ultimate Black Belt Test and has, to date, dedicated 24 years to the study and practice of the martial arts. His current projects include the development of Project-Based Leadership Training, a program bringing substantive leadership curriculum to the international martial arts community. He co-manages The 100., an international think tank and teacher-training program serving martial arts school owners and master teachers. Gary assists small businesses, in and out of the martial arts world, to develop sensible and effective marketing strategies using modern technology and a good deal of common sense. “Gary Engels has proven to be a reliable, trustworthy participant in every endeavor we’ve been involved in. He brings a calm sensibility to the table and a ‘yes, I can make that happen’ attitude. I consider him a fine example of the new generation of martial arts master teachers who are taking their work out of the dojo and putting it to work in the world.” ---Tom Callos
