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.

Master Richard Black

Master Richard Black is the President of United Studios of Self Defense. Master Black is a 7th degree black belt in Shaolin Kempo and has studied the martial arts over 30 years. Master Black oversees the states of Oregon, Nevada and Texas.

Elizabeth Truesdall - Insturctor Sherwood Dojo

Elizabeth Truesdall – Instructor 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

      • Sept. 16, 2011
        Advanced Rank Testing with Master Black;         6pm at the Sherwood Dojo
      • Sept. 17, 2011
        Master's Seminar with Master Black         at the West Linn Dojo, 12-2pm; $100
      • Sept. 24, 2011
        Beaverton Picture Day

        Come capture the magic of your Martial Arts Training on film with photos by Striking Image Photography

      • Oct. 7-9, 2011
        Las Vegas All Star Weekend


        Friday, October 7th - Master's Seminar at the South Point Hotel/Casino, 6pm
        Saturday, October 8th - 2011 Las Vegas Tournament at the South Point Hotel/Casino, 9am
        Sunday, October 9th - Yellow through Black Belt Testing at the South Point Hotel/Casino, 9am