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Is the "2nd Highest Ranking Instructor In Kansas City"
He has an unprecedented two "Best Black Belt Tests" (June 1996 and June 2003). Mr. Middleton held the title of "Competitor Of The Year" for three consecutive years (until this award was retired). Mr. Middleton started practicing Chinese Kenpo in 1981. He was ranked 1st
nationally in Kenpo forms, sparring and weapons during his tournament training,
with over 100 placings and awards, including "Instructor Of The Year."
He is instructed by Mr. Rick Gibbins, who has been in business for over 25 years. Mr. Gibbins has also won "Black Belt Of The Year" and "Manager Of The Year" with AKKA.
Mrs. Middleton started with AKKA in 1996. She is a fourth degree black belt. Her favorite kata is Long 4 and she has too many favorite techniques to pick just one. Her favorite martial arts movie stars are Jackie Chan, Jet Li and any woman who can hold her own.
Mr. Schee started with AKKA in 2002. He is a second degree black belt. His favorite kata is Long 5 and his favorite technique is Hand of Death.
Ms. Schee started with AKKA in 2002. She is third degree junior black belt. She's found that karate has helped her hold her own against her two older brothers.
Mr. Hanchette started with AKKA in 2005. He is a first degree black belt, and was named AKKA's "Instructor of the Year" in 2008. His favorite kata is Boxing Form and his favorite techniques are Chop to the Right, Eagle's Beak and Striking Fang. His favorite director of martial arts movies is Quentin Tarantino.
Mr. VanTuyl is a first degree black belt. His wife and children also train with him at AKKA. He is one of our ju-jitsu instructors.
Mrs. Holloway is a second degree black belt. She is also our webmaster,
and a roller derby whirling dervish.
Mr. Layton is a fifth degree black belt. He was named AKKA's "Instructor of the Year" for 2010.
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Sam Middleton
Katie Middleton
Dylan Schee
Dakota Schee
Andrew Hanchette
Tim VanTuyl
Jennifer Holloway
Jim Layton