JT Smith
Instructor
- Lead Pathfinder Instructor, Rancho Bernardo
- Leadership Team University Director
- Ninja Camp Lead Instructor
- After School Program Instructor
- Member of SwiftKick’s Demonstration Team
- Black Belt in Applied Martial Arts
Mr. Smith has been with Swiftkick for nearly 5 years. Previously, he had studied the Katana (the Japanese sword) for over 6 years. In addition, Mr. Smith has 3 years of experience in Tae Kwon Do. Mr. Smith also enjoys writing novels, poetry and music.
Personal Statement: “I enjoy working with Swiftkick’s younger students, driving them towards success as they work towards their black belts.”
JT*swiftkickma.com
858.385.1600
Joey Sowka
Instructor
- Coach for Adult Champion Program
- Assistant PathFinder Instructor, Rancho Bernardo
- Administrative Assistant at SwiftKick Martial Arts
Mr. Sowka has known and trained with Head Coach Brian Cowell since he was 8 years old. Mr. Sowka (aka Mr. Jabs) is currently an amateur fighter in the state of California and is pursuing a career as a Professional MMA Fighter.
Personal Statement: “Training with and working for SwiftKick has been a life-changing experience. I enjoy working with the kids and watching them grow in their martial arts skills.”
joey*swiftkickma.com
858.385.1600
Jordan Egger
Instructor
- Black Belt in Applied Martial Arts
- Pathfinder Instructor, Rancho Bernardo
- After School Program Instructor
- Lead Instructor for SwiftKick’s Forms and Weapons Class
- Captain of SwiftKick’s Demonstration Team
Mr. Egger began training under Mr. Cowell in 2007 and has since then joined the demo team and has achieved the rank of First Degree Black Belt in our Applied Martial Arts Program. In addition to Martial Arts, Mr. Egger also enjoys other sports, performing and dancing.
Personal Statement: “My inspiration for teaching is in part contributed to the relationships I develop while doing so, as well as the ability to do something I love.”
jordan*swiftkickma.com
858.385.1600
Debbie Green
Instructor
- Lead Instructor for Explorer Program, Rancho Bernardo
- After School Program Instructor
- Special Needs Instructor
- Assistant Instructor for Pathfinder Program
- Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do
- Happily Married mother of two
After watching her children have fun training in Martial Arts, she decided to train along side them. Mrs. Green attained the rank of black belt in Tae Kwon Do and has been training for 10 years. Her area of expertise is with the 3-5 year old age group, After School Enrichment Programs and students with special needs.
Personal Statement: “What better way to give back to the community than to start students off on the right path towards success both in their personal and academic lives. To be strong, confident and respectful in all they do”.
debbie*swiftkickma.com
858.385.1600
Ray Plevyak
Associate Coach
- Certified Instructor in Krav Maga
- Senior Instructor in Tae Kwon Do
- 5th Degree in Tae Kwon Do, Certified by World Martial Arts Ranking Association
- Black Belt in Krav Maga, Certified by West Coast Krav Maga.
Personal Statement: “I have a passion for the power and beauty of the martial arts. I truly love teaching others and helping develop in them the same passion for the martial arts as I have developed over the last 19 years.”
ray@swiftkickma.com
858.385.1600
Dan Welchons
Instructor
- Instructor for PathFinder Carlsbad Program
- Brown Belt in Applied Martial Arts
Personal statement: “In the end it’s not about the belts, it’s about seeing the kids be able to defend themselves in a real situation, and excelling in all they do.”
858.385.1600
Scott Rossall
Instructor
- Coach for Adult Champion Program
- Instructor for Women’s Self Defense Seminars
- Assistant Pathfinder Instructor, Rancho Bernardo
Mr. Rossall has trained in Applied Martial Arts with Head Coach Brian Cowell since 2007. His martial arts background also includes three years of training in traditional wrestling, as well as an ongoing training regiment in combat based martial arts with military and law enforcement personnel. Mr. Rossall is also an avid participant of CrossFit, snowboarding, wakeboarding, and all outdoor sports.
Personal Statement: “Amat Victoria Curam” – Victory Loves Preparation