Instructors
Sensei Hanks
Instructor / Owner
Jason Hanks is a primary instructor and owner of Black Lion Martial Arts. He started his martial arts journey under Sensei Dale Kirby and holds a 4th degree Black Belt in Wado-Ryu Karate, a Brown Belt in Judo, and a Green Belt in Iiado.
Sensei Smith
Instructor
Steve Smith started martial arts under Sensei Taylor Hayden in Goodlettsville, TN before transferring to study under Sensei Dale Kirby. Sensei Smith is a veteran of the Tennessee National Guard. He is a primary instructor and holds a 4th degree Black Belt in Wado-Ryu Karate.