INSTRUCTORS & STAFF
We are a team of fun-loving, dedicated martial artists who provide quality training for all ages and skill levels. We are committed to cultivating strong, confident, and healthy students by strengthening individual and community connections.
To ensure a safe, productive, and engaging training atmosphere, all of our instructors hold certifications in their designated class of instruction, are CPR & First Aid trained and certified all while attending annual Safe Sport Trainings. In addition, all instructors are thoroughly background checked, including criminal and sex offender checks and vetted prior to running classes.
All instructors and instructional volunteers receive continued yearly training that strengthens their skill sets, deepens their foundational knowledge, and develops responsive and age-appropriate teaching techniques.
Each instructor brings a wide variety of skills to the gym. Take some time and get to know the Full Circle instructional team better.
To ensure a safe, productive, and engaging training atmosphere, all of our instructors hold certifications in their designated class of instruction, are CPR & First Aid trained and certified all while attending annual Safe Sport Trainings. In addition, all instructors are thoroughly background checked, including criminal and sex offender checks and vetted prior to running classes.
All instructors and instructional volunteers receive continued yearly training that strengthens their skill sets, deepens their foundational knowledge, and develops responsive and age-appropriate teaching techniques.
Each instructor brings a wide variety of skills to the gym. Take some time and get to know the Full Circle instructional team better.
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Master Naomi Even-Aberle
Black Hills Regional Director for Greenquist Academy Association Executive Director for Full Circle Martial Arts Academy [email protected] Master Naomi Even-Aberle is a Kukkiwon Taekwondo certified 5th Dan Master Black Belt, a Cchung Ryoung Hapkido Federation 4th Dan Master Black Belt, and a Kumdo & Kumbup 2nd Dan Black Belt. In additional Master Naomi holds an MFA in Visual Arts from Vermont College of Fine Arts. She began her martial arts career in 2006 under the direction of 6th Dan Master Instructor Nathan Schutz. Master Naomi Even-Aberle founded Full Circle Martial Arts Academy in 2012 and works diligently to provide quality, inclusive instruction for each and every student. |
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Master Nik Aberle Master Instructor Master Nik Aberle a Kukkiwon Taekwondo certified 4th Dan Master Black Belt, a Cchung Ryoung Hapkido Federation 4th Dan Master Black Belt, and a Kumdo & Kumbup 1st Dan Black Belt. He began his Korean martial arts career in 2007 under the direction of 6th Dan Master Instructor Nathan Schutz. Master Nik Aberle strives to provide a diverse and robust fitness plan customized to each and every student. |
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Mrs. Jessica Lewis
Lead Instructor for the Hapkido Program Mrs. Jessica Lewis is a Cchung Ryoung Hapkido Federation 2nd Dan Black Belt, a Taekwondo certified purple-trim belt, as well as a Kumdo & Kumbup 1st Gup. She began her martial arts career with Full Circle Martial Arts in 2016 under the direction of 4th Dan Master Instructor Nikolas Aberle. With a background in the health industry, Mrs. Jessica Lewis encourages students to find a healthy balance between training hard and nurturing their mental fortitude. |
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Mr. Adam Lewis
Lead Instructor for the Youth Taekwondo and Juniors Taekwondo Programs Mr. Adam Lewis is a Cchung Ryoung Hapkido Federation 2nd Dan Black Belt, a Kukkiwon Taekwondo certified 1st Dan, and a Kumdo & Kumbup 1st Gup. He began his martial arts career with Full Circle Martial Arts in 2016 under the direction of 4th Dan Master Instructor Nikolas Aberle. With a background in law enforcement and adventure sports, Mr. Adam Lewis strives to push students beyond their barriers through a diverse set of physical and mental exercises. |
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Ms. Elian Scott
Lead Instructor for the Adult Taekwondo and the Kumdo & Kumbup Programs Ms. Elian Scott is a Kukkiwon Taekwondo certified 2nd Dan Black Belt, a Cchung Ryoung Hapkido Federation 1st Dan Black Belt and a Kumdo & Kumbup 1st Dan Black Belt. She began her martial arts career with Full Circle Martial Arts in 2017 under the direction of 5th Dan Master Instructor Naomi Even-Aberle. With a breadth of experiences with Asian languages, Ms. Elian integrates Korean language and cultural exploration into each and every program. |
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Ms. Shaquell Holland
Lead Instructor for the Tykes Taekwondo Ms. Shaquell Holland is a certified Taekwondo certified Purple Belt. She began her martial arts training in 2015 under the direction of 5th Dan Master Instructor Naomi Even-Aberle. With a background in yoga, flexibility training, and meditation, Ms. Shaq encourages students to learn about their bodies one step at a time. |
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Mr. Jeremiah Price
Assistant Instructor Mr. Jeremiah Price is a certified Taekwondo certified purple-trim belt, a Cchung Ryoung Hapkido Federation brown belt, as well as a Kumdo & Kumbup 5th gup. He began his martial arts career in 2020 under direction 5th Dan Master Instructor Naomi Even-Aberle. Mr. Jeremiah aims to provide an engaging, fun, and growth focused mind set for each class. |
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Mr. Alex Farrell
Assistant Instructor Mr. Alex Farrell is a Cchung Ryoung Hapkido Federation 1st Dan Black Belt. He began his martial arts career with Full Circle Martial Arts in 2018 under the direction of 4th Dan Master Instructor Nikolas Aberle. As a father of two, Mr. Alex Farrell strives to help students grow into the best versions of themselves. |
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Ms. Brittany Price
Assistant Instructor Mrs. Brittany Price is a certified Taekwondo purple belt, a Cchung Ryoung Hapkido Federation brown belt, and a Kumdo & Kumbup 4th Gup. She began her martial arts career in 2020 under the direction of 5th Dan Master Instructor Naomi Even-Aberle. Ms. Brittany aims to share the benefits of the martial arts; physical fitness, discipline, and self-confidence with each and every student. |
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Mr. Steve Bintliff
Assistant Instructor Mr. Steve Bintliff is a Taekwondo certified green belt. He began his martial arts career in 2019 under the direction of 5th Dan Master Instructor Naomi Even-Aberle. With a background in LGBTQIA+ community resources , Mr. Steve strives to help students build confidence and be their authentic selves. |
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Mr. Damon Benbo
Office Manager Mr. Damon Benbo is a Taekwondo certified orange belt. He began his martial arts career in 2023 under the direction of 5th Dan Master Instructor Naomi Even-Aberle. In addition, Mr. Damon embraces the challenges and opportunities that lie within the administrative roll of Office manager, and strives to provide a welcoming environment to all. With a passion for martial arts and a desire to contribute, he aims to add value to the team and create a positive learning environment for our martial arts community. |