Martial Arts USA

In 1963 Professor Bill Mcloud's martial arts training started when he began boxing at the "Police Athletic League" (PAL). He boxed in various PAL's learning the fundamentals of the art of boxing, but one of the places he enjoyed going to box was at St. John's recreation center in Brooklyn.

During the time he was boxing from 1963-1967, he was hearing a lot about "Karate". So in 1967, he started studying ShotoKan Karate with Sensei Ken Morgan. He continued to study with Sensei Morgan until one day in 1967, when we were training in the gym at the Old St. George Hotel, and when he me a gentleman named Rolle "Lamumba" Hernandez. "Lamumba" whom he had known from years earlier aad introduced me to this other art form that I had heard of, but had not seen. The martial art was called Ju-Jitsu.

"Lamumba" was a black belt in the Sanuces-Ryu System of Ju-Jitsu, under the legendary Master Moses Powell. After watching the flowing movements of this art, which seemed to combine all of the things that he studied before, he was ready to change systems. It wasn't that Shotokan wasn't good an effective combative art form, it was just that Ju-Jitsu reflected the direction of where he wanted to continue his martial arts training. Thus began his study in this modern form of Ju-Jitsu.

Mr. Hernandez was a black belt in Vee-Jitsu te/Vee-Jitsu Ryu Systems under Grand Professor Florendo "Mr. Vee" Visitacion. Mr. Vee was the teacher of Dr. Moses Powell. His introduction into Ju-Jitsu began with the Vee Jitsu te/Vee Jitsu Ryu Systems. Vee Jitsu was recognized as and called the "System of Systems" at the time.

Therefore he began his love and study of both these systems under very well renowned instructors. He had the privilege to study under and with Author Hudson, Carl Davis, Ken Brown, Rollie Hernandez, Soke "LiL" John Davis, Prof. Vee himself and the world-renowned Dr. Moses Powell. He now holds Master and Professor ranks in Sanuces-Ryu (10th degree), Kumite-Ryu Ju-Jitsu (7th degree), Vee-Jitsu Ryu/Vee Jitsu Te systems (4th degree) and Shodan rank in Aikido.

The other arts that he has studied are Seven Star Mantis, Southern Mantis, as well as some other styles of Kung-Fu under Sijo Mutakkabir.

Peter Lawson, B.B.A. (born in Manhattan, New York), is a Jamaican American martial arts aficionado whose expertise are in the following disciplines: Seido Karate; Sanucus Ryu Jiujitsu, and Brazilian Jiujitsu.  In addition, Mr. Lawson studies Iai-Jutsu/Kenjitsu (earning a brown belt) under Soke Cary Nemeroff, and Tuidi Jitsu/Kyusho Jitsu under Sensei Luis Morales. Moreover, he is a student of Gun Defense under Captain Robert Hibbert and is a member of Ollinville's Practical Shooting Team (U.S.P.S.A.).  The preceding describes the eclectic background of Peter Lawson with the common thread of duty, dedication and devotion to excellence - to the arts - the martial arts.  The common thread that runs through 3 of the black belts he earned via his 27 years plus experience.

Peter Lawson started his experiential journey in the world of martial arts at the age of 13 years old in Jamaica, West Indies.  Under the tutelage of Sensei Errol Lyn, he studied Seido Karate after which he became 2nd Belt Karate Champion of Jamaica in 1982.  Eventually, at the tender age of 15 years old, he returned to New York City to attend college.  In N.Y.C., World Seido Karate founder Kaicho Tadashi Nakamura promoted Mr. Lawson to his first black belt on October 4, 1987 after a grueling 2 hour sparring session (the final installment of a 2 week test).  Later, he earned a 2nd place at the World Seido Karate Invitational Tournament, Middle Weight Division - Black belt.  The late great Seido Karate Senior Instructor Master William Oliver trained and greatly influenced Mr. Lawson, especially, at the  legendary  "WAR" nights (Friday nights).

Next, Mr. Lawson intensely trained (6 days per week; up to 4 hours per day) with the late great Dr. Moses Powell in Sanucus Ryu Jiujitsu after a chance meeting in Brooklyn.  First, he was invited to train at the good doctor's residence before transferring to the infamous "When World Collide Dojo."  The rigorous training paid off when Mr. Lawson earned a 6th degree blackbelt in Sanucus Ryu Jiujitsu. 

In February of 1997, Mr. Lawson began studying a new art - Brazilian Jiujitsu - which became popular with the advent of the Ultimate Fighting Championships and Mixed Martial Arts competitions.  Mr. Lawson's study took him all over the world: Japan; Brazil; U.A.E., and throughout the U.S.A. with his illustrious instructor - Master Renzo Gracie and his family.  Within 12 years of studying said art, Mr. Lawson won 3 Gold medals, 1 Silver medal and 1 Bronze medal at the Pan American Jiujitsu Championships.  He, also, won a Bronze medal at the International Masters & Seniors Championship in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. 

Philosophically, Peter Lawson adheres to the golden rule: "to whom much is given, much is required." Therefore, Mr. Lawson's  journey continues as he shares with the world his passion for the martial arts via his academy located in Brooklyn, New York. Finally, Professor Lawson cherishes his role as a role model to his students insomuch that the martial arts nurtures and develops a sound body and a sound mind.  The combination of which allows you to conquer all - starting with the self (discipline, control and confidence) and then with the world around you.

Carol "Kick Fever" Glasgow is a 2nd Degree Black Belt in HapKiDo, born in London where she spent her youth running track, in 1990 Ms. Glasgow immigrated to the United States and arrived in New York. Since then Ms. Glasgow has weight trained, rock climbed, fenced, roller bladed and has spent over 11 years training in Martial Arts and has been teaching marital arts, kick boxing and self defense for over 6 years.

Ms. Glasgow's brand of Cardio Kickboxing is "Cardio Kickboxing with a purpose." Carol believes everyone should have fun while losing weight and believes in teaching every student how to properly execute kicks and punches, including a Front kick, Roundhouse kick and Side kick. In today's world it is essential that you can protect yourself, and Ms. Glasgow will show you the way. Classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:30pm. Saturday and Sunday at 11:0am.

Ms. Glasgow is currently training for her 3rd Degree black belt in HapKiDo. She is also a Certified Personal Trainer.

Katie Moore has been practicing Hatha Yoga since 2002, initially drawn to the practice as an escape from her stressful job. As time went on and her study became more serious, she decided to leave that job altogether, and in 2005, set off to India in the hopes of finding a teacher.

After a few months of travel, she found that teacher in Santosh Karunakaran, and completed her first teacher training course with him in Varkala, India, in 2006. Later in 2006, she studied with Yogi Shivam of Dharamsala, India, and returned to him for an advanced teacher training course in 2008. Yogi Shivam is a student of the revered Dooninath Babaji of Palampur, India.

Katie's classes are true to the teachings of her instructors and their lineages, and focus on using asana (poses) and pranayama (breathwork) as the foundation for dharana and dhyana (concentration and meditation). All are welcome in her classes, from first-time beginners to more experienced students.