Dan Kiser

CEO & President of ASD
Instructor: Haganah FIGHT, Israeli Tactical Knife, Krav Maga, Combat Fitness

Dan Kiser is the President of Austin Self Defense, which has served Austin, Cedar Park, and Leander since 2002. Mr. Kiser has always had a passion for learning self-defense and fighting techniques and sought out training in reality-based martial art forms. Mr. Kiser has undergone extensive training and received certifications in Krav Maga and Haganah Israeli Self Defense & Hand to Hand Combat and anti terrorist techniques. Mr. Kiser has trained under many well-known and prestigious instructors including, Mike Lee Kanarek who is the founder of Haganah F.I.G.H.T and former Operations Group Commando of the Golani Brigade Special Ops Unit of South Lebanon. Additionally Mr. Kiser has consistently trained in Brazilian Jui Jitsu, Hap Kito, Tae Kwon Do, Sambo, & Judo.

ANDREA Mills

Instructor: Haganah FIGHT, Israeli Tactical Knife, Krav Maga, Combat Fitness

Andrea, originally from Southern California, has called Austin “home” for the past six years. While in high school, she taught elementary school reach-out anti-drug and anti-abuse programs, “Students Reaching Out”. Andrea has always had a desire to help others but was never quite sure in what capacity to devote herself. Andrea’s path was discovered after attending classes at Austin Self Defense. Andrea first attended fitness classes and had such a hunger for knowledge and training that she began committing herself to our Mixed Martial Arts training & Haganah training. Through her training she has been able to overcome many physical and emotional boundaries and discovered a new thirst. Andreas passion for her training and personal accomplishments has helped her find the avenue she had been searching for as well as to help others in their personal efforts. Andrea has attained her FIGHT certification through the International Haganah Federation and continues to hone her skills through a variety of training in many different arts and fighting styles. Andrea is now head instructor or our Haganah Kids program and uses her skills, bubbly personality and creative mind to help educate and motivate children to pursue their own personal goals as well.

Bart Brooks

IKMF Director for Texas, Instructor: Krav Maga

Bart Brooks is the IKMF Director of Texas. He is certified by the IKMF and was trained by Avi Moyal, Gabi Noah, and Thierry Cimkauskas. Mr. Brooks spent three years training under the American Krav Maga before moving over to the IKMF. Mr. Brooks is also a 4th degree black belt under the legendary J. Pat Burleson.

Vic Fredlund

Instructor: Haganah FIGHT, Israeli Tactical Knife

Vic brings his military and martial arts background to Austin Self Defense (ASD) to assist in training students in the skills to defend against a potential threat or attack.
During his six years in the US Navy Vic recognized the value of self defense training.  Vic also trained extensively in Tae Kwon Do and now holds the rank of 2nd Degree Black Belt. While training in TKD, Vic competed regularly in both local and state competitions. TKD became his new passion and with interest in passing along his skills, quickly attained his instructor credentials to instruct both adults and children classes.  In order to expand on his self-defense training, he began training extensively in the Filipino martial art “Modern Arnis”, which focuses on stick and knife fighting as well as joint-locks.  In early 2006, Vic wanted to expand his self-defense knowledge even further and began looking for more “street-oriented” training styles.  In his search, he found his new home at Austin Self Defense.  Focusing on Krav Maga and Haganah, Vic continued his evolution from competitive martial arts to realistic, real-life self defense / defensive tactics.  Vic’s profession in the technical support of HVAC systems helps to financially support his commitment to self defense excellence.  In late 2008 Vic received his Haganah instructor certification to continue his journey in helping others with realistic defensive tactics training. Vic’s greatest personal reward is to continually broaden his training cuuriculum which also enables him to educate others on the best training available for real life situations.

John Wright

Instructor: Haganah FIGHT

John Wright was an inspiration to his fellow students in his classes in North Attleboro, MA. John started training in the Martial Arts at the age of 32. He earned his 1st degree Black Belt in Mixed Martial Arts at the age of 36 years old. John’s love for the Martial Arts and his desire to help people drove him to pursue a second career as a Martial Arts Instructor. Today, John lives in Texas after a recent move from Rhode Island.

• He's been training in the Martial Arts for over 8 years and has achieved many prestigious awards and rankings:
• He is a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Mixed Martial Arts.
• Trained under Master Garcia who is a 5th Degree Black Belt.
• Trained under Sensei Tiano who is a 4th Degree Black Belt in Mixed Martial Arts
• Certified FIGHT instructor under Mike Lee Kanarek

Tiesa Carroll

Instructor: Fitness

In 1999, I moved to Texas with my family. At the time my kids were very young and I worked two jobs and took real estate classes on the weekends. When did I have time to work out? Within 4 years I had gained 20 lbs. I went to the doctor and that was it….I had to make a change. One of my neighbors came knocking on my door and wanted to know if I’d take a class with her. I took my first ASD class back in February 2005 and I loved it! I was hooked! I not only look great but I feel fantastic! I have more energy and self-confidence. ASD gives me a challenging and intense workout every time. Plus, I’m learning something new with every class I take. I spent this past summer training and I am now a Fitness instructor.

Hugo Luna

Instructor: Fitness

Born and raised in Texas, my journey began when I served in the United States Marine Corps for 8 years. Seven of my 8 years were served in Okinawa, Japan where I met my wife. We now have 2 wonderful children, Anna Giselle 8yrs old, and Orion Alexander, 18 months.

While in the Corps, I obtained my Gray Belt Certification in a new program that was being implemented called the 'Marine Corps Martial Arts Program', or MCMAP. This program was focused on unarmed combat, edged weapons, weapons of opportunity, and rifle and bayonet techniques. Urban Warfare was another big chapter in my career, which led to me taking up the role of Marksmanship Coach/ Instructor for small arms (pistols/ rifles).

As I rose through the ranks, I was promoted to the Adjutants Office to be the Commanding General's Classified Material Manager/ Force Protection/ Anti-Terrorism Non-Commissioned Officer. Alway s striving for more, I ventured “off base” to learn the art of Muay Thai Kickboxing with the local nationals, thus sparking the flame.

I came across ASD (Krav Maga), got setup with a class, and I was hooked! The leadership and Discipline instilled into the members was marvelously displayed. Helping others with their goals is what I strive for. Something I always say, 20 % is physical, 80% is mental! SEMPER FI!!

Joe Stan

Instructor: Boxing

Joe is retired Lieutenant from the Travis County Sheriff's Office, was the Chief Defensive Tactics Instructor for 18 years, and a Police Nunchuku Instructor. He was a SWAT-Commander, Entry Team and Sniper. For 6 years, Joe fought professional Kickboxing and fought Golden Gloves on the Pro Boxing Circuit. Additionally, Joe holds a 3^rd degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do.