U.S. Open World Martial Arts Championships
www.usopen-karate.com
The U.S. Open is known as the “Super Bowl” of Martial Arts Competition.  It is the most prestigious martial arts tournament in the world and is host to the highest caliber sport martial artists anywhere in the world.  The event is July 3-4, 2009, and will be held at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort in Orlando, FL.  This is the Official 2009 ISKA World Championships and is a NASKA 5A World Tour Event.

The Bold Look
(Doug’s and the “Quest For The U.S. Open” Team’s uniform provider)
www.boldlook.net
For over 15 years, the Bold family have devoted themselves to the highest level of customer satisfaction.  With a unique and extensive product line, The Bold Look is your one source for all your martial arts and sporting goods needs.

The Bold Look – “Not Just Different…Better!”

Orlando Barbell
www.orlandobarbell.com
Orlando Barbell offers a unique environment geared specifically towards individuals who fully intend to accomplish their strength and fitness goals. Our no frills attitude will allow you to put the neon and gossip of the franchise gyms aside and let you get to work! Members have 24-hour access, so there is no time for excuses. We have all of the equipment necessary for you to accomplish what you set out to. Big gym quality with a comfortable gym environment and cost.

Orlando Barbell offers the lowest monthly rates around with NO CONTRACTS AND NO CATCH, and is staffed with a professional, highly qualified, championship-level staff led by #1 Nationally ranked Brian Schwab, BS, CSCS!

Matt Bloom, BS, Sports and Fitness
OrangeCountyStrength@yahoo.com or (407) 765-5642
Matt is one of the nation’s very best Strength and Fitness Trainers.  Here are just a few of his credentials:

• Consultant of strength and conditioning for the U.S. Special Forces: Army Rangers.
• Trained along side world record holding powerlifters, including 1250 pound squat at the world’s strongest gym, Westside Barbell.
• Studied under the most innovative minds in the strength and conditioning world at Westside Barbell.
• Coached over 30 prospective and current NFL players including Super Bowl Champions and players selected to the Pro Bowl.
• Coached some of the fastest players in the 2008 NFL Combine including the fastest 40 yard dash time for a defensive end in the history of the Combine.
• Coached several MLB players including World Series Champions and players selected to the All-Star game.
• Bachelor of Science in Sports and Fitness from the University of Central Florida.
• Certified Strength Coach by Westside Barbell.
• Certified Fitness Trainer by the International Sports and Science Association.
• Coaches athletes and clients of all sports and ability types.

Kickgen Online Martial Arts Community
www.kickgen.com
Kickgen.com is an online social networking site devoted to martial artists and their schools in a family-friendly environment.  With a rapidly growing membership, Kickgen.com is a sponsor of the U.S. Open and hosts LIVE streaming broadcasts of many of the nation’s top rated martial arts tournaments.  In addition, Kickgen.com provides many tools and resources designed to assist the local school owner in recruiting, retaining, and growing students.

LifeWorks CPR – Health & Safety Services
www.lifeworkscpr.com
Located in Phenix City, AL and serving Alabama, Georgia, and Florida, Lifeworks CPR provides professional training in basic life support techniques (2-year certifications).  We specialize in Cardiopulmonary Resusitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and First Aid training for:  Martial Arts Schools, Business and Industry, Day Care Providers, Health Care Providers, Civic Organizations, Church Groups, and Interested Individuals.  Lifeworks CPR also provides custom sales of AED’s for your organization.

The Lauren Kearney Connection
(Doug’s Coach for the U.S. Open)
www.laurenkearney.com
Lauren Kearney is a world-class martial artist holding numerous World Championship titles in both Forms and Weapons and was the first person ever to win seven NASKA world titles in one year. Lauren is a member of the esteemed Team Paul Mitchell.

Lauren holds a 2nd degree Black Belt in American Kenpo.  In May of 2007, Lauren received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Florida Atlantic University, and is currently pursing a Graduate degree in Business Administration from Florida Atlantic University.

Lauren and Doug are former broadcast partners for Kickgen.com LIVE events all over the country.