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ASSISTANT INSTRUCTORS

​Martial arts training is a way of life that requires a unique commitment, discipline, and integrity. Zenbu Dojo is a temple for inner development, a sacred space dedicated to the practice of martial arts, healing arts, and meditation.

Brandon Gross Aikido Sarasota Aikikai Assistant Instructor

BRANDON GROSS

Brandon Gross started training with Sensei Gomez in June of 2016. He achieved level of Shodan in Aikido in December of 2022. Brandon has tutored students in mathematics for over 15 years in topics ranging from basic arithmetic to calculus. He holds a B.S. in Finance from USF, Sarasota-Manatee.

Kim Guzan Aikido Sarasota Aikikai Assistant Instructor

KIMBERLY GUZAN

Kimberly Guzan, Zenbu Dojo's coordinator, started training with Sensei Gomez in January of 2022. She currently has the level of 2nd Kyu in Aikido and Shodan (1st degree black belt) in Shotokan Karate.

Jesse Hansen Aikido Sarasota Aikikai Assistant Instructor

JESSE HANSEN

Jesse Hansen started training with Sensei Gomez in October of 2022 at Zenbu Dojo. He currently has the level of 2nd Kyu in Aikido.

Maria Karanja Aikido Sarasota Aikikai Assistant Instructor

MARIA KARANJA

Maria Karanja started training with Sensei Gomez in January of 2023. She currently has the level of 2nd Kyu in Aikido.

Gil Silas Aikido Sarasota Aikikai Assistant Instructor

GIL SILAS

Gil Silas, originally from Lithuania, started training with Sensei Gomez in October of 2018 at Zenbu Dojo. He currently has the level of 2nd Kyu in Aikido. Gil is fluent in Russian, Lithuanian, Polish, and English.

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