Good Luck, Christie Gallo!

MMA student Christie Gallo is off to the Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York this week. As a member of STORM (Special Team of Role Models) she has been able to teach and assist and continue to grow as a student. Christie is an outstanding young woman who is always juggling many activities and responsibilities and maintains a high-level of integrity at all times.

Christie has been training with Kaju AZ for over two years and has worked hard to attain the rank of Red Belt. Her last test was especially inspirational as she was battling the flu throughout the entire pre-test and test. She never quit or complained and showed a true Black Belt Attitude. She has also recently learned the katana from Sibak Nic and will continue training during school breaks and holidays trips home as her goal is black belt. We all know she has all the Desire, Dedication and Discipline to do it!

Christie is always smiling, energetic and a pleasure to train with and we are excited for her new adventure. The Academy will definitely benefit from her skills and willingness to give back. She doesn’t just say it – she does it! We will miss her no-quit attitude and Kajukenbo spirit, but know she will always be a part of our Ohana.

Good luck, Christie and thanks for all the high kicks, hard hits, and great memories!

(For any of you that want to keep in touch with Christie, see Simou for her new address.)