Our team of skilled and passionate instructors is dedicated to helping you reach your full potential. With expertise across multiple disciplines, they bring years of experience, commitment, and a love for teaching to every class. Whether you’re just starting or looking to master advanced techniques, our instructors are here to guide, inspire, and empower you on your martial arts journey.
Owner, Head Instructor
Sensei Smith is a 3rd Degree black belt in the Traditional Martial Arts, a 2nd Degree black belt in Tatsu Do Karate and a 2nd Degree black belt in Iaijutsu and Kenjutsu (Japanese Sword). She has over 20 years of teaching experience as an elementary school teacher and over a decade of martial arts experience.
Instructor
Sensei Strain has over 40 years of experience in martial arts with advanced degrees in multiple Japanese disciplines including Iaijutsu and Kenjutsu (Japanese Sword) and Karate.
Instructor
Sensei Davin is a 1st Degree black belt in Tatsu Do Karate and currently studies Rikidou Karate under Sensei Jennifer Smith as well as Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under Sensei John Farrar.
Instructor
Sensei Clarke is a 1st Degree black belt in Iaijutsu and Kenjutsu. While continuing his studies in sword under Sensei Strain and Sensei Smith, Sensei Clarke also studies Rikidou Karate under Sensei Smith.
Studio Manager
Jennifer “Jeni” brings several years of office administration and management to Empower Martial Arts. She is very active within the dojo as studio manager, as well as supporting her son and daughter in their marital arts journey.
"Dojo Dog"
Jasper is a certified therapy dog through A.T.D. (Alliance of Therapy Dogs). He has enjoyed volunteering in classrooms, hospitals, nursing homes and participating in many other special events. Jasper loves spending time at the dojo, playing with his tennis balls and getting lots of snuggles!
Empower is fortunate to have Bedroc MMA, Zumba with Tessy and Kingfisher Physical Therapy offer their services at Empower Martial Arts. Read on and click their links to find out more.
Instructors
John Farrar(right) is the owner and head instructor at Bedroc MMA. Sensei Farrar is a 5th Degree black belt in Japanese Jiu Jitsu, a 3rd Degree black belt in Judo, and a 1st Degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Gordie (left) is a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with over 32 years of marital arts experience.
Instructor
Max studies under Sensei John Farrar at Bedroc MMA. He currently teaches BJJ as well as MMA Striking Classes in Geneseo and Rochester.
Instructor
Tessy is a licensed Zumba and Zumba Gold instructor. Her classes combine dance and fitness through easy-to-follow routines set to Latin and international music, creating a fun workout experience for all ages and fitness levels.
Physical Therapists
Jodi and Mark own Kingfisher Physical Therapy where they provide one-on-one physical therapy sessions to enhance your quality of life. They also offer Rock Steady Boxing classes for people diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease or atypical Parkinsonian disorders, as well as Run DNA 3D Analysis, an advanced diagnostic tool used to evaluate the way you move.
133 Main Street Geneseo, NY 14454
585 519-4400
info@empowermartialarts.org
