Sa Bum Nim James Espy
Mr. Espy is an Austin native who began his training in 1991. He received a second degree black belt in Tukong Moosul and title of Sa Bum Nim (Head Instructor) from Grandmaster Wonik Yi. He went on to earn a third Dan in Shotokan Karate and Dan Zan Ryu Jujutsu. Beginning in 1995, he studied under Sigung Hasting K. Albo, founder of Mo Min Kuen and Tensai Jujutsu martial arts systems, as well as Head Master of Linkuei, Albo Kali Silat, and a monkey boxing style. Before his death in 2008, Sigung Albo gave Mr. Espy permission to incorporate much of his teachings into the curriculum at TMAA. Additionally, Mr. Espy studies Hwa Rang Do under Master Ken Corona of Phoenix, AZ.
Mr. Espy has supplemented his martial arts study with research in other areas. He is certified in Medical Qigong and Tuina, a form of Chinese medical massage. He has done graduate level study of Traditional Chinese Medicine and is a Reiki master.
Mr. Espy is an avid student who constantly seeks to improve himself as a teacher through the study of healing and wellness, psychology, social dynamics, religion and spirituality.
Mr. Espy can be reached at sabumnim@traditionalmartialartsacademy.com
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