Aikido Asu Modern Arnis Kali
About
This martial arts gym offers a comprehensive training experience across multiple disciplines including MMA, judo, and karate. The coaching staff features highly credentialed instructors with deep expertise in various martial arts traditions. Founder Dan McConnell holds a 6th degree black belt in United Modern Arnis and 5th dan in Aikido, while other instructors bring qualifications ranging from Godan in Aikido to Kyoshi menkyo in Katori Shinto Ryu. The gym provides structured programs for both beginners and advanced practitioners under the guidance of these experienced coaches.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the knowledgeable and patient instructors who create a great training environment. They highlight the friendly, welcoming atmosphere of the dojo, with some mentioning they've trained there for decades and progressed from beginners to black belts and teaching positions. Reviewers specifically note the helpfulness of fellow students during training sessions. Many recommend the gym to anyone interested in martial arts, emphasizing the supportive community that helps students achieve their goals.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (3)
Joe Zummo
10 years ago
I started training here in 2014 and I love it. Recently got my blackbelt! The teachers are great and there are lots of helpful students to train with. I highly recommend anyone interested comes and tries it out!
Mike Hum
5 years ago
The instructors are knowledgeable and patient great environment
William Reed
10 years ago
Hilliard Martial Arts Center has been my martial arts home since 1993! I started as a raw beginner and have moved to teaching youth classes and getting my sandan (3rd degree black belt). What I love most is the friendly, welcoming atmosphere of the dojo. Check us out!
groupCoaches & Instructors
Dan McConnell
Founder & Chief Instructor
6th degree black belt (Lakan Anim) in United Modern Arnis, 5th dan in Aikido, Grandmaster of United Modern Arnis
Founder and chief instructor with over 52 years of martial arts experience in Aikido and United Modern Arnis. Also trained in Renegade Jeet Kune Do, Tae Kwon Do, Bando/JKD, Pencak Silat, Kali, and Iaido.
Doug Peelle
Aikido Instructor
Godan (5th dan) in Aikido
Started Aikido in 1982, trained at Cleveland Aikikai and Ohio State University. Joined Columbus Aikikai in 1989.
Bill Reed
Aikido Instructor
Teaches Saturday adult and youth Aikido classes. Has studied Aikido since 1992 and joined Columbus Aikikai in 1993.
Zach Villars
Aikido Instructor
Shodan (1st degree black belt) in Aikido, Shodan in Judo
Also studied Yang style Tai Chi and Chinese boxing. Works with children's Aikido classes.
Brian Jones
United Modern Arnis Instructor
Lakan Anim (6th degree black belt) in United Modern Arnis, 3rd degree black belt in American Kenpo
Over 30 years martial arts experience. Also holds black belts in Shotokan and Tae Kwon Do. Training at HMAC since 2006.
Josh Comston
United Modern Arnis Instructor
Lakan Anim (6th degree black belt) in United Modern Arnis, Trainer Level I in Renegade Jeet Kune Do, Nikkyu in Aikido
Previously trained in Haganah and MMA. Started training in United Modern Arnis under Dan McConnell in 2006.
Greg Gregoriades
Modern Arnis Instructor
Studying Modern Arnis under Dan McConnell since 2011. Background in Tae Kwon Do and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Steve Hartono
Texas Representative for United Modern Arnis
Lakan Anim (6th degree black belt) in United Modern Arnis
Teaches in Austin, Texas. Background in Kyokushin Karate, Kung Fu, Tai Chi. Training in United Modern Arnis for 26+ years.
Niko Ponto
United Modern Arnis Instructor
Started martial arts at age 9 in Northern Style Kung Fu. Also trained in Pencak Silat and Tae Kwon Do. Began United Modern Arnis training in 2019.
Craig Wilson
Chief Instructor of Katori Shinto Ryu
Kyoshi menkyo (instructor's license) in Katori Shinto Ryu, Sandan in Aikido
Chief instructor of the Shubukan dojo teaching Katori Shinto Ryu swordsmanship and weapons. Began studying Aikido in 1996 and Modern Arnis in 2006.