Team
Delavan Flying Dragons Martial Arts
Delavan's Most Accomplished Martial Arts Instructors
When you train with us, you're learning from instructors who've dedicated their lives to mastering multiple martial arts disciplines. Our teaching team holds advanced black belt certifications and master-level credentials earned through decades of practice and competition. Since 1979, our family has operated this school with one clear mission: providing students with authentic, high-quality instruction that builds real skills.
Ready to train with instructors who are committed to your success? Reach out to us today and discover the difference that experienced, dedicated instruction can make in your martial arts journey.
Master Joe A. Murphy
Senior Master Instructor & 7th Degree Master Black Belt
- Almost 50 Years of Experience in Martial Arts
- 7th Degree Master Black Belt in KiMudo
- 6th Degree Master Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do
- 4th Degree Black Belt in Kyuki-Do
- 1st Degree Black Belt in Judo
Mr. Chance Eldridge
Head Instructor & 4th Degree Black Belt
- Over 30 Years of Experience in Martial Arts
- 4th Degree Black Belt in KiMudo
- 4th Degree Black Belt in Muay Thai Kickboxing
- 3rd Degree Black Belt in Karate
- 1st Degree Black Belt in Kempo Karate
- 1st Degree Black Belt in Jujitsu
Mr. Dean Longo
Associate Instructor & 3rd Degree Black Belt
- Almost 50 Years of Experience in Martial Arts
- 3rd Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do
Mrs. Therese Hartogh Garcia
Associate Instructor & 3rd Degree Black Belt
- Over 20 Years of Experience in Martial Arts
- 3rd Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do
