Our Instructors

Shihan Brad Wenneberg, Renshi

Sensei/Founder/Owner

Contact email: senseiw@karateamaa.com

Master Brad Wenneberg, Renshi, 6th degree Black belt Goju Shin-Ryu, has been studying Martial Arts since 1971. He has studied several martial art styles, earning Black belts in Aikido and Shotokan with a ranking of 4th Degree in Goju Ryu, the foundation for Goju Shin-Ryu. Born and raised in Southern California, Master Wenneberg served as a police officer for five years where he began to conduct self-defense training seminars. Having enjoyed the community service and interaction with people, opening a karate studio later in his life proved a natural and smooth extension for a new career. Master Wenneberg's favorite aspect of teaching karate is helping students develop personally to become happier and secure, more physically fit and mentally confident. To have each student grow and thrive is his goal each day. Operating American Martial Arts Academy has also given him a wonderful opportunity to have the business be a family affair, with his wife, Bonnie, and children, Sheri and Jason, helping out side-by-side.

Sensei Caleb Beller

Sensei, Program Director, Instructor

Contact email: SenseiB@karateamaa.com

Sensei Caleb Beller, 4th Degree Black Belt Goju Shin-Ryu, has been training in the martial arts under Sensei Wenneberg since July 1992. Sensei Beller has been a fine example of the quality instructors at American Martial Arts Academy, as he has twice been awarded for Teaching Excellence by the Martial Arts Business Association and American Martial Arts Academy. His communication skills have been especially beneficial as he is able to impart his experience and knowledge of our art to all of his students in an enthusiastic and caring manner. Sensei Beller is able to bring out the best in every student and makes an exceptional teacher for all seeking to improve in the martial arts as well as in life. Sensei Beller is an integral part of every aspect at AMAA, and is currently the school's Program Director and an instructor.

Mr. Jason Wenneberg

Head Instructor

Contact email: MrWenneberg@karateamaa.com

Jason is an honor role student and an accomplished violinist as well as a 2nd degree Black Belt. He has studied Martial Arts with his father since 1992. He is a graudate of the Instructors College and has taught Ninjas, Juniors and Adults for 5 years. He has a keen understanding and sensitivity towards his students and communicates well with parents. We at AMAA are honored to have him as our head instructor.

Dr. Jeffery Bodwin

Adult Instructor

Contact email: DrBodwin@karateamaa.com

Dr. Bodwin, 4th degree Black Belt, has studied Goju Shin-Ryu with Shihan Wenneberg for 17 years. Dr. Bodwin is a staunch supporter of Shihan Wenneberg's vision and refers many of his patients to the studio. Dr. Bodwin and Shihan Wenneberg are a team second to none.

Mr. Nikhil Joshi

Asst. Head Instructor

Contact email: MrJoshi@karateamaa.com

Ms. Sheri Wenneberg

Assistant AMP Director

Contact email: MsWenneberg@karateamaa.com

Mrs. Bonnie Wenneberg

After-school Martial Arts Program Director

Contact email: MrsWenneberg@karateamaa.com