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Evan Calton

Cleveland

Summary

Dynamic Martial Arts Instructor at DeCore Martial Arts, recognized for fostering student development through exceptional communication and leadership skills. Demonstrated success in coaching tournament participants, and implementing tailored strategies that significantly improved performance. Proven ability to manage diverse skill levels, creating an engaging and supportive learning environment for all students. Passionate about advancing martial arts education and inspiring personal growth in students.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Martial Arts Instructor

Decore Martial Arts
Cleveland
09.2019 - Current
  • Instructed students in martial arts skills, and demonstrated proper technique and application.
  • Instructed students on different aspects of karate competition, such as forms, weapons, self-defense routines, and point sparring.
  • Served as a coach in tournaments.
  • Built and maintained positive personal relationships with students and families, and served as a role model for the younger students.
  • Lead group lessons, managing the varying skill levels of the students in order to provide the most beneficial experience for them all.
  • I taught private lessons for dedicated students who wanted to advance more quickly or enhance their tournament performance.
  • Explained the theory behind martial arts techniques, such as balance, control, timing, and footwork.
  • Oversaw belt testing, which includes ensuring proper demonstration and knowledge of self-defense techniques, and implementing a challenging physical portion.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physics

Baldwin Wallace University
Berea, OH

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Laboratory skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Physics
  • Leadership
  • Problem solving
  • Communication

Affiliations

  • Martial Arts practitioner and competitor

Accomplishments

  • Placed 3rd in point fighting at the 2023 World Karate Commission (WKC) World Championship
  • Multi-time Professional Karate Commission (PKC) State and National Champion in point fighting, weapons, and forms.

Timeline

Martial Arts Instructor

Decore Martial Arts
09.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Physics

Baldwin Wallace University
Evan Calton