Austin Martial Arts Festival

Leaders

Each art represented at the Festival is coordinated by a leader who is known and respected in their community. We are very pleased to be able to work with the people listed on this page.

Of course, the event leaders do not do all the work themselves. In fact, their primary responsibility is involving other leaders from their respective communities as judges, officials, advisors, and organizers, to help make these events safe and high-quality.

We are very proud to work with everyone who contributes to the Festival, and as the day of the Festival gets closer, you will be able to see the men and women who have committed to working as judges and officials on the Judges page (currently not available).

KungFu Events Leader

Scott Pettengill

Scott Pettengill is the Chief Instructor at ISWC. He operates the Austin location under the strict guidance of Shi Xing Ying

http://www.internationalshaolinaustin.com/home.html

TKD and Sport Karate Events Leader

Ian Fauth

Ian Fauth is co-owner and Chief Instructor of The 4th Degree Martial Arts, in Austin, TX.

http://www.the4thdegree.com

Kali Events Leader

Larry St. Clair

Guro Larry St. Clair runs the Martial Way Academy in Austin, TX, teaching Vale Tudo, Advanced Kickboxing (Thai-bred), Kali and Jun Fan.

Martial Way Academy website

Board Breaking Events Leader

Ian Fauth

Ian Fauth is co-owner and Chief Instructor of The 4th Degree Martial Arts, in Austin, TX.

http://www.the4thdegree.com

Wing Chun/Ving Tsun Events Leader

Jeff Webb

Jeff Webb has been involved in martial arts since 1983, and is the chief-instructor (Sifu) of Austin Ving Tsun Academy.

http://www.austinvtkungfu.com

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Events Leader

Joao Crus

Joao Crus is the founder of the Texas BJJ Federation, promoting sportsmanship and cooperation in the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Joao Crus BJJ website

Tai Chi Events Leader

Pending

We are currently talking with a few people, but are actively looking for a leader for the Tai Chi events (forms and push hands). If you are interested, or would like to nominate someone, please contact us at .

San Shou Events Leader