Kent Island MArtial Arts

MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS

Master Tom Fox

Mr. Tom holds a Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Maryland. He has served as assistant strength coach and martial arts consultant for the Washington Redskins, flexibility consultant for the Seattle Seahawks, and nutritional consultant for the Washington Capitals and DC United.

A former professional kick boxer and Master Instructor, Mr. Tom has trained numerous Olympic and professional athletes. He strives to help children and adults learn to eat healthy and live an active lifestyle.

Owner; Master Instructor

Hannah Scopp

Hannah has been doing martial arts for over 7 years. She began teaching as an Assistant Instructor in 2019 and earned her Black Belt in September 2020. Hannah is a graduate of Kent Island High School and is pursuing a degree in psychology at University of Maryland. She absolutely loves teaching martial arts to students and plans to continue the practice and instruction. Look for Hannah during breaks!

Black Belt - Instructor

Albert Miller

Albert started at KIMAC as a Lil Dragon at 5 years old. He earned his Black Belt in March 2022 and is a Head Instructor. Albert is a student at Kent Island High School. He has a passion for working with kids and helping them learn karate. He loves learning from Mr Tom and looks forward to continuing to advance and teach. Albert is also our head camp counselor!

Black Belt - Instructor

Cannon Schnupp

Cannon began karate at KIMAC in our Beginner class at just 8 years old. His hard work and dedication lead to him earning his Black Belt in November 2022. Cannon is now one of KIMAC's top instructors and you can find him teaching Lil Dragons and Beginner classes. Cannon is currently a student at Kent Island High School.

Black Belt - Instructor

Olivia Miller

Olivia has been doing karate at KIMAC for 11years. She earned her Black Belt in March 2022 and continues to work towards advancing her skills. Olivia is our head instructor for the After School program and also teaches Lil Dragons classes. She is currently a freshman at Kent Island High School and plans to continue to teach and grow at KIMAC throughout her high school career.

Black Belt - Instructor

Eric Wei

Eric began martial arts at KIMAC in 2005 and earned his Black Belt 7 years later. He took a short break after graduating high school while attending UMD and earning his Bachelor's in Engineering in 2021. Eric has recently resumed his role as an instructor part time and is happy to be back teaching.

Black Belt - Instructor

Dawn Fair

Ms Dawn re-joined the Kent Island Martial Arts Center when she was 33 years old, and earned her Black Belt five years later. Prior to restarting karate, Ms Dawn went through Mr. Tom's curriculum when she was thirteen years old. Since earning her Black Belt as an adult, she has been promoted to a Black Gi Top instructor, and is currently working towards her second degree Black Belt.

Black Belt - Instructor