William Alexander

Background

About William Alexander

BACKGROUND • Began study of disciplines of martial arts at the age of six • By 10, was teaching Thai boxing to a class of 25 beginner students between the ages of 10-65, while under the supervision of the school’s lead instructor • At 17, joined neighborhood watch program in Hollywood, CA known as the Guardian Angels Became chapter leader for the city of Los Angeles Trained members of chapter in self defense and Thai boxing to give them the fundamentals they needed to defend themselves Provided support to local law enforcement during the LA riots in 1984 Established martial arts program for community and chapter members MILITARY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT BACKGROUND • Served in the Utah Army National Guard • Served in the United States Army Trained eight years with the 19th Special Forces Group Providing US protection to indigenous personnel in foreign countries • Worked at White House Communication Agency • Served as US Secret Service Officer providing foreign embassy and presidential protection GYM EXPERIENCE • As freelance fitness motivator, taught and trained others in several forms of combat sports Boxing Thai Boxing Grappling MMA • Member of the Maryland Thai Boxing Academy Fight Team • Investor and member of Severn MMA Academy Lead instructor for thai boxing and Brazilian Jujitsu Several of my students were first place winners for both Naga and Grappler’s Quest Two students placed in Reality Fights, MMA fight Light Heavyweight Champion Welterweight Champion • Program Director at Club One Fitness Oversaw all programs within gym to include boxing and MMA Supervised 10 coaches, 5 personal trainers and 5 class instructors Held Quarterly meets for feedback, suggestions, changes to improve overall program Designed Biggest Loser Competition – most successful Club One Fitness program to date Established Thai Boxing classes Initiated process to establish boxing team