MAS will supply you with instructors and assistant instructors that are trained to be professional, courteous, friendly and proficient in the teaching of the Martial Arts. We pride ourselves on knowing our student’s needs and meeting them.


Billy Roberts

Billy Roberts began his training in Yoshukai karate in 1982 with instructor Donnie Hair. Mr. Roberts continued training between 1982 and 1991 under Bobby Bush and Pat Van Landingham. Since that time, Mr. Roberts has become a student of Mr. Smith with whom he earned his Black Belt in 1994. In 1996 Mr. Roberts achieved the rank of Nidan (2nd degree Black Belt) and 3rd degree in 1997.

Like many of the students at MAS, Mr. Roberts supplements his training in the dojo with lessons learned competing in local and national events. He is the 1993 FAME State Champion in Point Sparring, Intermediate division, and 1999 State Champion, Black Belt division.

Ryan Blair

In his 15 years of training with Mr. Smith, Ryan has attained the rank of 1st degree (Shodan) black belt. Ryan began his training at the age of 11 years and has since been an avid competitor. While balancing high school and college, Ryan has earned the title of Heavy Weight State Champion on the FAME circuit. He is now a Graphic Designer and assistant instructor at the Martial Arts Studio.