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"A workout should give you more than it takes out of you."

-Ivan Ivanov

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Fitness is more than how you look- it's about how you feel, how you move, and how you function. It's more than a goal- it's a practice for life. Martial arts and Kettlebell training share these philosophies, and Edge Effect offers a unique combination of both as a challenging, efficient way to develop fitness and useful skills. Whether you're concerned about learning to protect yourself, improving your health, getting a competitive edge,  or exploring new ways to stay fit, we can help you find a path.

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INSTRUCTORS

 

RANDY SIMPSON- Head coach, Kickboxing and Judo, Fitness Training

Owner and coach Randy Simpson comes from a foundation of martial arts and sports science. His background includes 20 years of training in Judo, kickboxing, Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate, working as a personal trainer and group instructor, teaching sports science and nutrition at the college level, and managing a commercial gym.

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Simpson has trained physically disabled clients, college athletes, police tactical teams, first responders and weekend warriors. His drive to find better ways to train and minimize injuries led him to earn a Master’s Degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in Sports Conditioning, and several related educational opportunities:

• RKC Certified Kettlebell Instructor

• NASM Certified Personal Trainer since 2010

• NASM MMA Conditioning Specialist

• Functional Movement Screen Level 1

• Rock Steady Boxing Coach

• 3rd dan, Okinawan Karate

• Brown belt, Judo

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JASON DUNAWAY- Coach, Kickboxing

Jason Dunaway's martial arts background began with a black belt in Tae Kwon Do, and at age 1 4 he began competing in kickboxing.  He competed internationally, winning the IKF World Classic in both 2011 and 2012. Coach Dunaway focuses on the fundamentals and practical application of kickboxing as a martial art. Jason served in the United States Marine Corps.

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Brad Nicholson- Coach, Freestyle Wrestling

Coach Nicholson contributes Freestyle techniques and approaches as part of our Judo program, and teaches no-gi on Saturday mornings. Nicholson served in the US Army.

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