Instructors

Sensei Hanks

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

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.