Instructors

Professional Black Belt Instructors

We continually upgrade the teaching skills of all United Studios of Self Defense Black Belt Instructors. Our effective United Studios of Self Defense Martial Arts System will give you the upper hand in situations that can happen anytime, anywhere.

Michael Hamm - Chief Instructor USSD Oregon

Michael Hamm – Chief Instructor

Mr. Hamm is a 4th Degree Black Belt. He teaches the Pee Wee classes, Kids Beginner Classes, Adult Advanced Classes and runs the enrichment class for Stafford Primary in West Linn. He is also available for private lessons and Women’s Self Defense Classes. He has been featured on “Good Day Oregon” and is a member of the West Linn and Beaverton Chamber of Commerce.
Elizabeth Truesdall - Insturctor Sherwood Dojo

Elizabeth Truesdall – Insturctor Sherwood Dojo

Elizabeth Truesdall is the instructor of the Sherwood dojo. Ms. Truesdall is a second degree black belt instructor in Shaolin Kempo

Kellan Jenkins - Instructor West Linn Dojo

Kellan Jenkins – Instructor West Linn Dojo

Kellan Jenkins is the instructor of the West Linn dojo. Mr. Jenkins is a second degree black belt instructor in Shaolin Kempo

Chris Somerville – Assistant Instructor, West Linn Dojo<br /> Mr. Somerville is in charge of the Tiny Tigers program for kids ages 3 to 5 at both our West Linn and Sherwood Dojos.

Chris Somerville – Instructor Beaverton Dojo

Chris Somerville is the instructor of the Beaverton dojo. Mr. Somerville is a first degree black belt instructor in Shaolin Kempo

E-mail: contact@ussdoregon.com

  • Dates to Remember

    • July 16, 17th and 18th
      West Linn Fair & Sherwood Robinhood Festival
    • August 7th
      USSD SUMMER POT-LUCK @ OAKS PARK
    • August 14th & 15th
      West Linn Art in the Forest
    • August 29
      SEATTLE TOURNAMENT

    • West Linn Fair & Sherwood Robinhood Festival

      The Robinhood Festival will be July 16 & 17th. If you are interested in helping us at our booths, please see your Sensei. The West Linn Demo team will be performing Saturday at 2pm and Sunday at 11:45am. Wear your USSD shirt and show support for YOUR dojo!


      When: July 16,17 & 18th
      Where: West Linn Dojo
      Time: Saturday at 2pm and Sunday at 11:45am

    • USSD SUMMER POT-LUCK @ OAKS PARK

      Join us August 7th from 11am - 3pm at Oaks Park for our annual dojo picnic. This picnic will be a potluck with sign up sheets in each dojo. Make sure to wear your USSD logo shirts and get ready to have some fun. All USSD students, family members and friends will get a special deal at the park $12.25 for an unlimited ride pass. We look forward to seeing everybody there.


      When: August 7th
      Where: Oaks Amusement Park
      Time: 11am - 3pm
      Cost: Potluck is FREE to attend - Ride passes are $12.25

    • SEATTLE TOURNAMENT

      West Linn, Sherwood and Beaverton dojos - It's time to represent! The USSD Seattle Tournament will be held at the Meydenbauer Center in beautiful Bellevue, Washington. The new location is over 18,000 sqare feet which is much bigger then last years spot. On top of the tournament, Master Clegg & Master Clark will be holding a seminar from 11:15 - 1:15. Please see your instructor for more information.


      When: August 29, 2010
      Where: 11100 NE 6th Street Bellevue, WA 98004
      www.meydenbauer.com