Russell Kelley, Sensei 
Dojo Head Instructor
Yondan 4th degree black belt in Danzan Ryu Jujitsu
Yondan 4th degree black belt in Shorin Ryu Karate
Russell, a Long Beach native, having a long-time interest in the martial arts and after some persistence, he convinced his parents to allow him to train in the martial arts and in April of 1986 he started training in Danzan Ryu at Lakewood Budo Kai. After 6-months and since Lakewood Budo Kai emphasized dual training, he began training in Shorin Ryu Karate also. He has had the honor, early in his martial arts career, to travel to Tucson, AZ for introductory and advanced training classes from both Dai Shihan Joe Holck and Professor Carl Beaver, two very high-ranking individuals under the Kodenkan Yudanshakai and Shoshin Ryu Yudanshakai. In July of 1990 Russell enlisted and served in the United States Marine Corps as an Avionics Technician reaching the rank of Sergeant. During this time, he would practice at the base gym where they had an open dojo which allowed him to get exposed to and learn from other styles. He somehow also found the time to study Natural Herbal Medicine and Healing, and trained in Reiki Healing Arts, where he reached the level of Reiki Master. After serving his time on active duty, he returned to Long Beach, CA and Lakewood Budo Kai, bringing with him the leadership traits and principles he retained from the Marines, along with his strong personal drive, positivity, determination and dedication. He believes that everyone with ambition can learn martial arts and excel in them.