Ethan Bennett

3rd Degree Black Belt

Shodan: April 2002

Nidan: April 2006

Sandan: November 2008

Birthdate: 10/10/1985

Ethan Bennett has been involved in Uechi Ryu since he was four years old. He has moved around with Shihan Allen Bennett and Sensei Amanda from Michigan, to Indiana, to Colorado, back to Michigan, and finally to Colorado again in 2006. While in Michigan, Ethan trained at the Kalamazoo dojo under Master James Thompson and while in Colorado, trains and teachs at the Karate studios set up by the Bennett family. Ethan has fought in many tournaments ranging from Florida, Michigan, and California while growing up, but no longer competes as an adult.

Meaningful Awards:

3rd Place Bronze Medal, Mixed Style Regional Championship

Held in Florida, 1993: AAU

7,8, and 9 yr old Division - Kata

2nd Place Silver Medal, Mixed Style Regional Championship

Held in Florida, 1993: AAU

7,8, and 9 yr old Division - Fighting

Other Accomplishments:

Eagle Scout, Gerald R. Ford Council - Grand Rapids, MI Troop 253