Doug Storm has been training in the Martial Arts since 1988 and is a 4th degree Black Belt in the Vietnamese style of Cuong Nhu. Doug has also trained in Ju-jitsu, Aikido, Wing Chun, and is well versed in the use of martial arts weaponry. He has been teaching Martial Arts to adults and children since 1991. His approach to teaching is relaxed and inspirational, and he is committed to bringing out the very best in every student. He has the innate ability to empower his students to become more aware, confident, and assertive. By sharing his knowledge, Doug’s goal is to make the world a safer place for all.
Testimonials
To Whom It May Concern,
Doug Storm and Shawn McElroy held the 8th grade girls self-defense seminar earlier this year. In the class the girls learned basic techniques of self-defense. The class was very informative and the girls definitely walked away with some knowledge and scenarios of what they would do if someone were to aggressively approach them. All of the girls felt it was very worthwhile, and wanted more.
I highly recommend the class and we are happy to say we are going to utilize this class next year for our 8th grade girls. We look forward to working with Mr. Storm and Mr. McElroy!
Sincerely,
~Wendy Gill, Paideia Assistant to Junior High Coordinator.
When I was a senior in high school, I was raped by a classmate at a party at my own house. For years, I carried so much guilt around: why hadn’t I been able to stop him? Why hadn’t I fought harder? Finally I realized the rape hadn’t been my fault--but I still wanted to do something proactive to keep myself safer and make myself feel in control. Doug helped me start a new chapter in my life by teaching me basic and then advanced self-defense techniques. Are you a beginner? Doug Storm is an instructor of the highest order. He is brimming over with knowledge about martial arts and self-defense; but even so, his most distinguishing characteristics are his tremendous gift for teaching, his kindness, his sensitivity and his sense of humor. Are you an advanced student? Doug is as precise in his movements as any martial artist I have ever seen. He has a gift for breaking motions down for the novice and the old pro alike, making it easier to learn complex movements. Don’t walk around in fear. Learn some things that will put you in control if you are ever threatened—or worse—attacked.
~Anonymous
I highly recommend this self-defense course and NOT just for women! It encompasses many aspects of personal safety including how not to become a victim and what to do in the event you are targeted and attacked. The most empowering portion was leaving the course understanding how to not look like or become a victim. It has changed my level of awareness and the way I move about in the things I do every day. A very powerful course taught by knowledgeable, engaging instructors.
~Kim Sebben