4th Dan Black Belt
American Freestyle Tai Jitsu
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR · CHIEFLAND
Renshi Richard Panek
Experience, continued learning and a love of seeing progress.
Meet Renshi Richard Panek at Victory Martial Arts Academy in Chiefland. A retired Air Force member, he found in martial arts a meaningful outlet for his warrior spirit and a way to keep learning.
Helping students and families grow since 2010.
American Freestyle Tai Jitsu
Training journey began in 2011
Established in 2010A continuing martial arts journey
Five Florida locationsOne shared Victory community
Values beyond the matRespect, integrity and compassion
THE PERSON BEHIND THE TITLE
A new chapter after service in the Air Force.
Richard began training in 2011 after retiring from the Air Force. Martial arts gave him an outlet for his warrior spirit and a practice he could continue developing.
He trains to stay healthy and maintain flexibility as he gets older. His journey is a reminder that people come to martial arts at different stages of life, with personal reasons for beginning.
For families exploring martial arts in Chiefland, his story offers a chance to meet someone whose commitment to learning continues alongside his work with students.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
A commitment to continued learning.
Explore the ranks and training that form part of Richard’s martial arts background.
Black Belt
Iaido
Black Sash
Doce Pares Eskrima
WHY RICHARD TEACHES
Sharing knowledge and celebrating the journey.
“I love to see the changes in my students as they advance through the ranks.”
Renshi Richard Panek
Richard teaches to strengthen his own skills and, more importantly, to share his knowledge with students. Seeing how students change as they advance through the ranks is one of the things he loves most about teaching.
That personal interest in progress gives families a clear sense of what motivates him. The learning journey matters to him, both as a martial artist and as an instructor.
Contact the Chiefland team to discuss a suitable class for yourself or your child. Ask about the programs currently available and how beginners can get started.
BEYOND THE ACADEMY
Gardening, quiet moments and a little banjo practice.
Outside the academy, Richard enjoys gardening as a peaceful way to connect with his creator. He also enjoys trying to play the banjo, with a sense of humor about whether his family enjoys listening. Those personal details make it easy to get to know the person behind his martial arts experience.
THE VICTORY FAMILY
A foundation parents can get to know.
Choosing martial arts for your child starts with getting to know the people, the programs and the values behind the academy. Victory was established in 2010 and now brings its community to Apollo Beach, Chiefland, FishHawk, Riverview and Ruskin.
Explore the instructor stories, speak with your local team and ask about a first class. The conversation is a chance to share your child’s interests and understand how to get started.
RespectHonorCourageLoyaltyIntegrityHonestyCompassion
YOUR NEXT STEP
Take your first step in Chiefland.
Interested in learning with Renshi Richard Panek? Request a free introductory class at Victory Martial Arts Academy in Chiefland. Tell the team about your goals, and they will follow up to discuss a suitable class and whether Renshi Richard will be teaching.
Victory Chiefland
12 N Main St., Chiefland, FL 32626
Email sensei@vmadojo-chiefland.com
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