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Mr. Serdinsky Mr. Jeff Serdinsky, Chief Instructor Mr. Serdinsky

Master Jeff Serdinsky

Chief Instructor

Master Serdinsky Master Jeff Serdinsky

Master Serdinsky is the Chief Instructor and President of Martial Arts America. Master Serdinsky is a seventh degree Black Belt and combines over 30 years of Martial arts experience in every class. Master Serdinsky has a unique way of combining his traditional base with cutting edge progressive thinking, and combat conditioning. Mr. Serdinsky is nationally certified by the USTF United States Taekwondo Federation and The Choong Sil Kwon Taekwondo Federation. He is also Internationally certified by the late Grand Master Park Jung Tae, the President of the Global Taekwondo Federation. Master Serdinsky is a nationally certified coach and referee by the (AAU) Amateur Athletic Union. Master Serdinsky was given the prestigious honor of being inducted into the U.S.A. Martial Arts Hall Of Fame. Master Serdinsky earned his Ph.D in martial psychology and martial science from the University of Asian Martial Arts Study. These credentials insure you that he is committed to excellence and continued training.

Master Serdinsky is the author of a very powerful book titled, "To Those Whom Much Is Given, Much Is Expected". His life lessons and success tips provide an excellent source of information for anyone interested in becoming the best they can be in life. He has developed business systems that help the school owner maximize their potential. His high energy martial arts seminars are extremely motivating and cutting edge. They will surely bring out the best in you. Master Serdinsky is the President of the USMAA - United States Martial Arts Alliance. Master Serdinsky is also the founder and director of the NJMAA New Jersey Martial Arts Association which helps schools and instructors throughout the state become the best that they can be. Master Serdinsky is the creator of the Master Kick Martial Arts Academy Franchise. He developed Master Kick for his Black Belts who desire to own and operate their own academy.

Master Serdinsky has trained with the legendary Grandmasters of our time. He had the honor of training with the late great Grandmaster Park Jung Tae for many years. Grandmaster Park was present at Mr. Serdinsky's 4th Dan Test in 1996 and Certified him in The GTF. In 2003 at the WTA World Championships Mr. Serdinsky and one of his senior students performed at the opening ceremony, demonstrating one of the patterns Grandmaster Park invented in honor of his passing. Master Serdinsky has also trained with Grandmaster Jhoon Rhee, and Grandmaster Yong Il Kong. In 2005 Master Serdinsky led a demonstration team at the USTF National Championships in Dallas, Texas. The demonstration was to honor the great Grandmaster Nam Tae Hi. Grandmaster Nam Tae Hi was responsible for creating the Taekwondo patterns Hwa Rang, Choong Moo, and Ul Ji. He is truly one of the founding fathers and pioneers of Taekwondo. 5 of the original Korean Demonstration Team members were present at that time making this demo very prestigious. Master Serdinsky not only honored the Grandmasters with the patterns they invented, he also honored his instructor by performing a 15 minute self-defense demonstration that displayed how all of the arts can work together. Grandmaster McNeely was responsible for making Master Serdinsky the complete, well rounded martial artist he is.

Master Serdinsky was a long time member of the Team USA National Taekwondo Competition Team. He was voted Team Captain in 1997 and 2003. Master Serdinsky is also a winner of state, regional, national, and international tournaments which has helped give him his nickname of “Trainer of Champions.” Master Serdinsky helped coach the Team USA Junior Girls winning a Gold Medal at the 2002 GTF World Championships. Master Serdinsky not only trains in Taekwondo, he cross trains in Jiu - Jitsu, Muay Thai, Judo, and numerous weapons styles including: Escrima, nunchuku, jo-staff, tonfa, and knife fighting. Master Serdinsky's students include National & World Champion Competitors, 82nd Airborne, Army Ranger, Marines, DEA, State Police, and Local Police.

When Master Serdinsky is not kicking, punching or body building he can be found in the mountains hunting, fishing, and off-roading. He enjoys the solitude of the outdoors and prefers to spend his “non conditioning time” fly fishing in a cool river or riding his Dune Buggy & Dirt Bike. Master Serdinsky also enjoys riding his Harley Davidson around the beautiful farmlands of New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Master Serdinsky returned home victorious from the 2003 World Championships with 5 medals. Three of which were gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze. Master Serdinsky was voted the USTF Instructor of the year in 2003 & 2004, for his outstanding dedication and leadership to his students. One can’t help but to be motivated by his presence. He brings out the best in each and every one of his students.

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If you would like to have Master Serdinsky visit your school for a seminar, call us at 908.317.KICK to reserve your date and time. Master Serdinsky is available for the following seminars:

Jiu Jitsu - Children & Adults
Advanced Competition Sparring
Plyometrics & Competition Conditioning
Tie Ups & Takedowns
MMA Cross Training
Knife Fighting / Defense
Combat Street Defense - Including Knife & Gun Disarms
Weapons Seminars - Nunchaku, Arnis Stick, & Jo-Staff
Instructor Training Classes
Private Lessons

Head Instructor

Mrs. Serdinsky Sharon Serdinsky

Mrs. Serdinsky is a 5th Degree Black Belt and the Head Instructor / Manager at Jeff Serdinsky’s Martial Arts America. Mrs. Serdinsky has been a student of Master Serdinsky since 1994. Mrs. Serdinsky not only teaches the Taekwondo classes with Master Serdinsky, but leads the Cardio Kick Program. Mrs. Serdinsky is an excellent role model for all ages of female martial artists. Her perseverance and committment to excellence are the driving force behind her success. Mrs. Serdinsky is an eleven time National Champion, and the 2003 International Grand Champion winning 5 gold medals. Mrs. Serdinsky is the Womens World Powerbreaking Champion with a 6 board sidekick. Mrs. Serdinsky is a member of Team USA and travels afar competing for our country. Mrs. Serdinsky not only competes in Taekwondo tournaments, she also competes in full contact kickboxing and Jiu-Jitsu tournaments as well. She is a born motivator, and will bring out the best in everyone of her students. Below is a list of her achievements at Black Belt:

  • MAA Competition Team Member
  • Instructor At The J.C.C. TKD Program
  • Numerous Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey, and Delaware AAU State Champion
  • AAU Capital State Games-Double Gold medalist
  • 11 time USTF & AAU State, Regional, and National champ
  • 1998 Silver medalist at AAU Nationals
  • 1998 Choong Sil Medal Recipient
  • 1998 CTF National Sparring Champion
  • 2nd place in National Points
  • 1999 MAA Competitor of the year
  • 1999 AAU N.J. State Champion 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 1999 CTF Regional Champion 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 1999 AAU National Champion Gold Medalist in Forms
  • 1999 CTF N.J. State Champion 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 1999 CTF Nationals Silver Medal in Sparring
  • 1999 AAU Morris Cup Double Gold Medalist in Forms and Sparring
  • 2000 AAU N.J. State Champion 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2000 AAU Mid Atlantic Regional Champion 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2000 AAU Nationals Double Gold Medalist in Forms and Sparring
  • 2000 AAU Morris Cup Triple Gold Medalist in Forms,Sparring, & Olympic
  • 2000 MAA Competitor of the year
  • 2001 USTF Grand National Championships 3rd Forms and 2nd Sparring
  • 2001 AAU N.J. State Championships Gold Medal Sparring and Bronze Medal Forms
  • 2001 AAU National Championships Gold Medal Sparring and Silver Medal Forms
  • 2001 USTF North Regional Champion 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2002 USTF Winter National Championships 1st Forms and 3rd Sparring
  • 2002 USTF Grand National Championships 1st Forms and 2nd Sparring
  • 2002 USTF Summer National Championships 2nd Forms and 2nd Sparring
  • 2002 USTF North Regional Champion 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2002 USTF Winter National Championships 1st Forms and 2nd Sparring
  • 2003 USTF Grand National Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2003 USTF New Jersey State Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2003 USTF/WTA International Championships winning 5 Gold Medals 1st Forms, 1st Sparring, and 1st in Power Breaking
  • 2003 Team USA National Competition Team Member
  • 2003 USTF Winter National Championships 1st Sparring and 3rd Forms
  • 2003 USTF Black Belt Finals 1st Forms, 1st Sparring, and 1st in Board Breaking
  • 2004 USTF Grand National Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2004 USTF Winter National Championships 1st Forms - did not spar because of pregnancy
  • 6/2/2005 Proud Mother of Baby Mikayla
  • 2007 AAU Mid Atlantic Regional Champion 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2007 AAU New Jersey State Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2008 9.21.08 Full Contact Kickboxing Champion 125 lb division
  • 2010 2.21.10 Full Contact Kickboxing Champion 125 lb division
  • 2010 3.20.10 Grapplers Quest Champion No-Gi
  • 2010 Team USA National Competition Team Member
  • 2010 Gold Medalist G.T.U.K. World Championships - Edinburgh, Scotland
  • 2011 Team USA National Competition Team Member
  • 2011 WTA International Championships in Dallas, Texas winning 4 Medals: 2nd Continuous Sparring, 3rd Forms, and 1st in Team Forms & 3rd in Team Sparring
  • Assistant Coach of Jeff Serdinsky’s Martial Arts America Competition Team

Certified Instructors

Ms. G Samantha Grzywacz

Ms. Grzywacz is a 5th degree Black Belt and student of Master Serdinsky’s since she was 6 years old. She has compiled many achievements since her days as a white belt. Ms. Grzywacz is a four time World Champion and has also won twelve National Championships to date. Watching her execute one of her competition forms is a treat to behold. Ms. Grzywacz exhumes the beauty of the Taekwondo patterns like no-one else. Below is a list of her many achievements while at the rank of Black Belt:

  • MAA Competition Team Member
  • MAA Buddy Team "Red" Leader
  • MAA S.W.A.T. Team Member
  • Instructor At The J.C.C. TKD Program
  • Numerous AAU & USTF State and Regional titles
  • 1st Place 97 USTF Regional Championship
  • 1997 CTF Virginia State Championships 1st place Sparring (beat Mr. Barber) and 2nd place forms
  • 1997 Double Gold Medalist at the AAU Mid Atlantic State Games
  • 1998 Choong Sil Medal Recipient
  • 1998 CTF National Points Champion
  • 1998 MAA Competitor of the year
  • 1999 AAU N.J. State Champion 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 1999 CTF Regional Champion 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 1999 CTF N.J. State Champion 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 1999 AAU Nationals Silver Medalist in Forms
  • 1999 CTF Nationals Gold Medalist in Forms
  • 1999 MAA Competitor of the year
  • 1999 AAU Morris Cup Double Gold Medalist in Forms and Sparring
  • 2000 AAU N.J. State Champion Double Gold Medalist in Forms and Sparring
  • 2000 AAU Mid Atlantic Regional Champion 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2000 AAU Nationals Double Gold Medalist in Forms and Sparring
  • 2000 AAU Morris Cup Gold Medalist in Sparring, and Silver in Forms
  • 2000 MAA Assistant Instructor of the year
  • 2000 MAA Competitor of the year
  • 2001 AAU N.J. State Championships Silver Medal Forms and Bronze Medal Sparring
  • 2001 AAU National Championships Gold Medal Sparring and Bronze Medal Forms
  • 2001 USTF Winter National Champion 1st Forms
  • 2002 USTF Grand National Championships 1st Forms and 2nd Sparring
  • 2002 USTF,GTF Junior World Team Member
  • 2002 GTF Invitational Double Gold Medalist
  • 2002 GTF World Championships Gold Medalist in Forms and Silver in Sparring
  • 2002 USTF Summer National Championships 1st Forms and 3rd Sparring
  • 2002 USTF North Regional Champion 1st Forms
  • 2002 USTF Winter National Champion 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2003 USTF Grand National Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2003 USTF New Jersey State Championships 3rd Forms and 2nd Sparring
  • 2003 USTF/WTA International Championships winning 4 Gold Medals 1st Forms & 1st Sparring
  • 2003 Performed Opening Ceremony Demonstration Honoring Grandmaster Park Jung Tae
  • 2003 Team USA National Competition Team Member
  • 2003 USTF Winter National Championships 1st Sparring and 1st Forms
  • 2003 USTF Black Belt Finals 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2004 USTF Grand National Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2004 USTF Black Belt Finals 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2004 USTF Winter National Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2005 USTF/NATA Connecticut State Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2005 USTF Summer National Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2005 ICTF International Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2005 Performed A Demonstration Honoring Grandmaster Nam Tae Hi At The USTF Nationals
  • 2005 USTF Winter National Championships 1st Sparring and 1st Forms
  • 2005 USTF Black Belt Finals 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2006 Promoted to Head Instructor of MAA Children's Program
  • 2007 AAU Mid Atlantic Regional Championships 2nd Forms and 2nd Sparring
  • 2008 Winner Full Contact Kickboxing Fight 12/13/08
  • 2009 USTF Texas Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2010 Team USA National Competition Team Member
  • 2010 Gold Medalist G.T.U.K. World Championships - Edinburgh, Scotland
  • 2010 WTA Texas Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring and Grand Champion Forms
  • 2011 Team USA National Competition Team Member
  • 2011 WTA International Championships in Dallas, Texas winning 3 Medals: 1st Forms, and 1st in Team Forms & 3rd in Team Sparring
  • Captain of MAA Competition Team

Mr. Barber Charles Barber

Mr. Barber is a 5th degree Black Belt and student of Master Serdinsky’s since he was just 4 years old. Like Ms. Grzywacz, he has compiled many achievements since his days as a white belt. Mr. Barber is a Multi National and International Champion and is also a member of Team USA. Mr. Barber is quickly becoming a dominate force in the fighting world. He trains very hard to make himself the best he can. Mr. Barber enjoys cross training with Master Serdinsky in Jiu-Jitsu and other grappling arts. Below is a list of his achievements at Black Belt:

  • MAA Competition Team Member
  • MAA S.W.A.T. Team Member
  • 1999 CTF N.J. State Championship 3rd Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2000 AAU Morris Cup Bronze Medal in Forms and Sparring
  • 2000 AAU N.J. State Championship 2nd Sparring and 3rd Forms
  • 2000 AAU Nationals Bronze Medalist in Forms
  • 2002 USTF Winter National Championships 3rd in Sparring and 4th in Forms
  • 2003 USTF New Jersey State Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2003 USTF Connecticut State Championships 1st Forms and 2nd Sparring
  • 2003 USTF Winter National Championships 1st Sparring and 1st Forms
  • 2003 USTF Black Belt Finals 1st Forms and 2nd Sparring
  • 2003 Team USA National Competition Team Member
  • 2004 USTF Grand National Championships 2nd Forms and 2nd Sparring
  • 2004 USTF/NJMAA New Jersey State Championships 1st Forms, 1st Sparring, and 1st Grappling
  • 2004 USTF Winter National Championships 2nd Sparring and 2nd Forms
  • 2004 USTF Black Belt Finals - Regional Champion
  • 2004 MAA Assistant Instructor of the year
  • 2005 USTF/NATA Connecticut State Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2005 USTF Summer National Championships 1st Forms and 4th Sparring
  • 2005 ICTF International Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2005 USTF Winter National Championships 1st Sparring and 1st Forms
  • 2005 Performed A Demonstration Honoring Grandmaster Nam Tae Hi At The USTF Nationals
  • 2005 USTF Black Belt Finals 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2006 Earned Black Certified Instructor Collar
  • 2006 Head Instructor at Scotch Plains JCC Program
  • 2006 Head Instructor at Drew University
  • 2007 AAU Mid Atlantic Regional Champion 2nd Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2007 AAU New Jersey State Championships 1st Sparring
  • 2007 USMAA New Jersey State Championships 1st Sparring and 1st Forms
  • 2010 The Goodfight Silver Medalist in Gi Grappling
  • 2011 Team USA National Competition Team Member
  • 2011 WTA International Championships in Dallas, Texas winning 3 Medals: 3rd Continuous Sparring, and 1st in Team Forms & 3rd in Team Sparring
  • Co-Captain of MAA Competition Team

Mr. DeSorbo Matt DeSorbo

Mr. DeSorbo is a 4th degree Black Belt and long time student of Master Serdinsky. Mr. DeSorbo is a National Champion and is also a member of Team USA. Mr. DeSorbo enjoys cross training with Master Serdinsky in Jiu-Jitsu and other grappling arts while on his quest to become the best Police Officer he can possibly be. Below is a list of his achievements while at Black Belt:

  • MAA Competition Team Member
  • MAA S.W.A.T. Team Member
  • 2001 AAU N.J. State Championships Silver Medal Forms & Gold Medal Sparring
  • 2002 MAA Student Of The Year
  • 2002 AAU N.J. State Championships Gold Medal Forms & Gold Medal Sparring
  • 2002 USTF Grand National Championships 1st Forms
  • 2002 USTF Winter National Championships 1st Forms
  • 2003 USTF Grand National Championships 1st Forms & 1st Sparring
  • 2003 USTF/WTA International Championships Silver Medal Forms & Bronze Medal Sparring
  • 2003 USTF New Jersey State Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2003 USTF Winter National Championships 1st Sparring and 1st Forms
  • 2003 USTF Connecticut State Championships 2nd Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2003 USTF Black Belt Finals 1st Sparring & 1st Forms
  • 2004 MAA Black Belt Of The Year
  • 2004 USTF New Jersey State Championships 1st Forms & 1st Sparring
  • 2004 USTF Connecticut State Championships 1st Forms & 1st Sparring
  • 2004 USTF Grand National Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2004 USTF Winter National Championships 1st Forms & 2nd Sparring
  • 2005 USTF/NATA Connecticut State Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2005 USTF Summer National Championships 3rd Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2005 ICTF International Championships 2nd Forms
  • 2005 USTF Winter National Championships 3rd Sparring
  • 2005 USTF Black Belt Finals 1st Forms
  • 2005 MAA Awards Banquet - Best With Kids / Students Choice Award
  • 2006 NJMAA New Jersey State Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2006 Head Instructor at Camp Harmony Program
  • 2006 MAA Assistant Instructor of the year
  • 2007 Earned Certified Instructor Collar
  • 2007 AAU Mid Atlantic Regional Champion 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2007 AAU New Jersey State Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2011 Team USA National Competition Team Member
  • 2011 WTA International Championships in Dallas, Texas winning 2 Medals: 1st in Team Forms & 3rd in Team Sparring
  • Co-Captain of MAA Competition Team

Mr. Chan Stephen Chan

  • MAA Competition Team Member
  • 1999 - Present - Academic Achiever
  • 2003 USTF New Jersey State Championships 1st Forms and 1st Sparring
  • 2004 USTF New Jersey State Championships 3rd Forms & 3rd Sparring
  • 2005 USTF Connecticut State Championships 2nd Forms and 2nd Sparring
  • 2005 MAA Awards Banquet - Voted Best With Kids
  • 2006 NJMAA New Jersey State Championships 2nd Forms and 2nd Sparring
  • 2006 MAA Awards Banquet - Black Belt Of The Year - Best With Kids - Outstanding Red Collar
  • 2007 AAU Mid Atlantic Regional Championships 3rd Forms and 3rd Sparring
  • 2007 AAU New Jersey State Championships 2nd Forms and 3rd Sparring
  • 2007 USMAA New Jersey State Championships 3rd Sparring & 3rd Forms
  • 2008 USMAA National Instructor Certification

Assistant Instructors

Jeff Serdinsky’s Martial Arts America has over 200 Black Belts in their National Instructor Training Program. Here is a list of a few of the most active Red Collar Assistant Instructors that are working towards their Black Certified Instructor collar. These Black Belts are a major part of our team and assist with teaching every week.

Ms. Sperlazza Jocelyn Sperlazza

Mrs. Gaskill Shana Gaskill

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