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"I looked for a class for my 17 year old daughter that would not be about moving air around but would focus on a real world approach to self defense. At Get Real Martial Arts I found a curriculum that is full contact using instinctual survival responses. After seeing my daughter's progress in just a few short weeks and how Tom approached the class, I decided to join too. I now get a workout and skills that a health club could never provide."
Russ Cox
Lancaster, PA
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Tom Ridgeway: |
 Tom Ridgeway, President and Head Instructor of "Get Real", has over 32 years of experience in martial arts. Originally trained in the traditional arts, his passion now lies in Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do Concepts. It has changed his whole perspective of the martial arts world.
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Tom Ridgeway |
Once Tom discovered Jeet Kune Do, he vowed to be the best he could be in this "non-traditional" arena. In 1994, after training under Bob Jones of "Progressive Fighting Systems", he became a certified instructor of Jeet Kune Do and the Filipino Martial Arts.
In his desire to excel, Tom continued to seek out further opportunities to learn. As a result, he was fortunate enough to study under some of the most prestigious and well respected instructors in the martial arts world:
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- Dan Inosanto: Best friend and protege of the late Bruce Lee. He is now the "Torch Bearer" for Jeet Kune Do Concepts and Filipino Martial Arts.
- Paul Vunak: Founder of "Progressive Fighting Systems". Tom was also certified by Paul in 1995.
- Tom Cruse and Tony Engle: Instructors for "Progressive Fighting Systems."
- Bob Jones : Instructor for "Progressive Fighting Systems."
- Relson Gracie: Eldest son of the well known Gracie family of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
- Burton Richardson: Founder and President of "Jeet Kune Do Unlimited."
- Edgar Sulite: Founder of Lameco Eskrima (Filipino Martial Arts).
- Matt Thornton: Founder of "Straightblast Gym, Inc."
- Luis Gutierrez: East Coast Regional Director for "Straightblast Gym."
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| Tom believes that each instructor contributed something special and unique to his growth as a martial artist. He has brought it all together to offer the best possible training at "Get Real" Martial Arts. |
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Tom & Becky Ridgeway |
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Becky Ridgeway: |
Becky Ridgeway is Vice-President and Administrator of "Get Real". She works closely with her husband, Tom, to ensure that "Get Real" Martial Arts operates smoothly and efficiently. This mother of three and former day care provider also has years of experience as a Registered Nurse, and is knowledgeable in child and adolescent behavior and development.
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