Tristan “Raptor” Ligtvoet and Zemia “Barracuda” Garrett pose, reluctantly, during a forced photo op in order to highlight their upcoming tests in late August. Raptor will be going for his 3rd degree Brown Belt and Barracuda will be testing for her Purple Belt.

Best wishes to them both!

Zemia “Barracuda” Garrett joins the guys as she prepares for her upcoming Purple Belt test. Barracuda will be testing at the same time that Tristan “Raptor” Ligtvoet tests for his 3rd degree Brown Belt. Remember when Raptor was small? Not any more, to the chagrin of us who have to fight him!

In a playful moment, Kim “Cultivator” Thomas executes a drop punch to perpetrator Tristan “Raptor” Ligtvoet as a retaliatory strike to Raptor’s earlier attack. How the boys love to have fun!

Hannah “Hannibal” gives Bob some love to help him feel better after she spends some time beating up on him. Actually, Bob loves the attention, no matter how he gets it!

If you look at Hannah’s feet, you can see why her second call sign is “Socks.” She always wears different socks on different feet. Today’s session is no different. Cute.

In a playful moment, Kim “Cultivator” Thomas attempts to push Chris “Growler” Grau but oops! Surprise! Growler countered with a rather direct and surprising stretch/throat move, quite enjoying the exchange, as is obvious by the smile on his face!

Hannah “Hannibal” Shamassian is known for her flair, as well as her martial artistry. Notice her feet? She’s wearing a different sock on each foot. This unique artistic touch has garnered her a second call sign, “Socks.” Hannah’s spirit is as fun as her wardrobe! She’s a delightful young woman, up and coming martial artist, and, by the way, she employs a wicked right punch!