Michaela Callaghan

As Head Instructor of the Women's Only Jiu-Jitsu Program:

- Designed and implemented an adaptable long-term curriculum that is applicable to both high level competitors and hobbyists

- Responsible for evaluating the efficacy of the teaching methods used to instruct complicated martial arts techniques

- Adapted teaching styles to fit the various learning styles of students

- Assessed and diagnosed various deficiencies in high-level competitor strategies

As Assistant Youth Instructor:

- Trained and mentored under a world class competitor black belt

- Observed and dissected various complicated martial arts techniques with skilled instructors from around the country

- Assisted in instructing classes of up to 35 children ranging in ages from 8-15

- Lead classes of up to 10 children ranging in ages from 4-6

- Developed methods for increased student engagement through goal setting

- Served as support system throughout competition days and through mat-side coaching during competition matches