About the Studio

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Owner/Master Instructor

Matthew Van Orden

Matthew Van Orden was born on September 18, 1972 and throughout his 36 years has accomplished a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do, 2nd Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and a 1st Degree Black Belt in Premier Martial Arts. He has successfully managed 3 top Martial Art schools in NYC called Premier Martial Arts and is now following his dream to design and own a school in the desert. Here are some facts about Master Van Orden.

Studio Title: Owner/Master Instructor

Studio Responsibilities: Role Model, Listener and Teacher of entertaining, exciting, and life changing classes.

Years In The Martial Arts: 20+

Most Influential Martial Artists: Masters John and Carla Bennett, Tres and Kelly Weatherford, Greg Silva, Mr Mac, Lane LaMure, Lauren Moore Cerulli, Joss DeLaney, Mario Guerrero, Bruce and Brandon Lee, The Gracie Family

Hobbies: Avid moviegoer, voracious reader, novice pottery student, and energetic racquetball player.

Last Book I Read: Zen In The Martial Arts

Favorite Movie: Casablanca

What I Support: Make-a-Wish, Law of Reciprocity, Education

Favorite Quote: “Too early in the morning? Get up and train. Cold and wet outside? Go train. Tired? Weary of the whole journey and longing just for a moment to stop and rest? Train.” --Dave Lowry, Sword and Brush.