Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Community Service
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Brad Fantle

Tallahassee,FL

Summary

Accomplished leader and founder of Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Tallahassee, recognized for developing top-tier programs and achieving a 100% safety record. Expert in program design and evaluation, with proven success in staff recruitment and coaching. Engaged over 1,000 participants in community events, showcasing exceptional event planning and management skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner /Executive Director

Tiger Rock Martial Arts
Tallahassee, FL
01.1999 - Current
  • Founded and scaled premier martial-arts academy, serving over 400 youth and adult students annually.
  • Recognized as Tallahassee’s “Best Martial Arts Academy” through dedication to excellence.
  • Designed and delivered age-appropriate curricula, building motor skills, teamwork, and character in 2,000+ students.
  • Recruited, trained, and supervised team of 10–15 instructors; implemented onboarding program to enhance retention.
  • Managed operating budget, scheduling, inventory, and vendor relations to ensure financial sustainability.
  • Planned and hosted regional tournaments and community wellness events, engaging over 1,000 participants.
  • Led safety initiatives, maintaining zero major-injury record for past decade.
  • Developed two additional successful martial-arts studios, achieving national rankings in competitions from 2001 to 2007.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Performance (Sports/Fitness Management)

University of Alabama

Skills

  • Standards-based PE instruction
  • Differentiated teaching
  • Motor-skill development
  • SEL integration
  • Program design & evaluation
  • Staff recruitment & coaching
  • Event planning & management
  • Safety & risk management
  • Budget administration
  • Marketing & outreach
  • Community & Parent engagement
  • Team leadership
  • Problem solving

Certification

  • 8th-Degree Black Belt & Certified Instructor, Tiger Rock Martial Arts, 01/01/96
  • ADHD Coach
  • CPR & First Aid

Community Service

  • Longtime partner with local schools to deliver PE enrichment days and anti-bullying programs
  • Guest speaker on youth wellness, parenting, and entrepreneurship
  • Volunteer coach & fundraiser for Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Hang Tough Foundation, and local schools
  • Active member of the Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, Northside Kiwanis Club, and Northside Rotary International

Timeline

Owner /Executive Director

Tiger Rock Martial Arts
01.1999 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Human Performance (Sports/Fitness Management)

University of Alabama