Master Ferdinand Aquino
Chief Instructor & President of Karajitsu
Master Ferdinand Aquino brings decades of elite martial arts experience and a deep passion for teaching to Karajitsu. Holding a 4th Degree Black Belt in Karajitsu, he is recognized as a leading expert in the art of adaptable combat.
Credentials & Achievements:
- 4th Degree Black Belt in Karajitsu
- Professional MMA Fighter
- Professional K-1 Kickboxer
- Amateur Boxing Record: 9-0 (undefeated)
- Kyokushin Karate Fighter
- Black Belt in Kickboxing
- Master of Filipino Martial Arts
- Juego Todo Fighter
- 9th Khan in Muay Thai
- Vovinam Practitioner
- Founder of Team Psychopath MMA
Master Aquino’s teaching emphasizes mental discipline, strategic thinking, and real-world self-defense, preparing students to become confident, adaptable martial artists.
Professor Ryann De Guia
Assistant Chief Instructor & Vice President
Ryann De Guia is a skilled martial artist and educator who supports the Karajitsu vision with a comprehensive approach to training, coaching, and fitness. His blend of martial arts expertise and fitness knowledge makes him an invaluable instructor and mentor.
Credentials & Expertise:
- 2nd Degree Black Belt in Karajitsu
- MMA Practitioner and Assistant Coach
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (No-Gi) Level 1 Instructor
- Black Belt in Kickboxing
- Blue Belt in Kyokushin Karate
- Certified Personal Trainer
- Circuit Training Specialist
- Meal Planning & Preparation Expert
- Author of Karajitsu: The Way of Adaptable Combat
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Ryann combines martial arts mastery with fitness science and nutrition to help students achieve peak performance both on and off the mat.
