Mark Harrell began training in the martial arts under his father when
he was only a small child. Since that time more than 35 years ago, he has gone
on to study many different martial art systems from some of the world's
leading experts and teachers. He has become an accomplished martial artist in
his own right in a number of martial arts systems, including Kali, Eskrima,
Kuntao, and Pentjak Silat to name a few.

Mark is "interested in the philosophy, the cultures, the physics of
movement and dynamics of power, health and fitness, self discipline, and
practical self-defense." Mark uses his martial arts, as he explains, "as a
vehicle for self-discovery, personal growth, and transformation." He cites Bruce
Lee, Wally Jay, Gene LeBell, Ed Parker, Dan Inosanto, Larry Hartsell, Ben
Largusa, and Angel Cabales as major sources of inspiration and
influence in his own martial arts journey.

Mark has achieved numerous accomplishments within his study and
practice of the martial arts. He has over 35 years of comprehensive study and
experience in Chinese, Indonesian, Filipino, Thai and Japanese martial arts'
systems, with numerous instructor certifications, two of which are recognized
and ranked, at the master level. Mark is the only individual known to have
earned the very rare and prestigious advanced teaching certificates
from both Grandmaster Ben Largusa of Villabrille-Largusa Kali and the late
Founder and Grandmaster Angel Cabales of Serrada Eskrima. He is
considered to be one of the worlds leading experts and teachers of martial arts
and practical self-defense.

Mark holds many distinctions within the world of the martial arts. He
conducts seminars teaching the systems of Kali, Eskrima, Kuntao, Silat,
and practical self-defense to martial art academies, professional
associations, educational institutions, and the general public. Mark also teaches
defensive tactics to law enforcement agencies and officers throughout
Northern California.

He was inducted into the "Martial Arts Gallery of Fame" in Cleveland,
Ohio in 1997 for his lifelong dedication to the martial arts, outstanding
skills, and for his contributions to the martial arts' community. Mark was also
inducted into the "International Karate and Kickboxing Hall of Fame" in
the year 2000 for recognition of his outstanding dedication, diligent
study, and instruction of the martial arts.

Mark is the Founder and Chief Instructor of the Harrell Academy of
Martial Arts and is also the current President and Director of Training for
Martial Arts International.

Scholarship within the martial arts is another of Mark's contributions.
He is the author of several training manuals for Martial Arts
International members, including studies of Kali and Largo Mano Eskrima. He
co-authored along with Dr. Andre KnustGraichen the book "Pentjak Silat: Martial Art
of Indonesia", Volume I. Additionally, he has written and produced several
instructional video tapes, including: "Kali Fundamentals" and "Tai Chi
Kung for Health and Relaxation."

As Mark explains, "I love to teach because I can help my students
actualize their own potential, especially in the area of fitness, health, and
self discipline. The creative problem solving, and research and development,
as well as the personal interaction is so exciting that I look forward to
every moment. I really enjoy helping others to help themselves. I truly
believe that through the process and interaction of teaching that I am the real
student. I have learned so much about life, people, and myself through
this wonderful journey."

Achievements:

Mark Harrell was inducted into the Martial Arts Gallery of Fame in
Cleveland, Ohio in 1997 for his lifelong dedication to the martial
arts, outstanding skills, and for his many contributions to the martial arts' community.

Mark was inducted into the International Karate and Kickboxing Hall of
Fame in the year 2000 for recognition of his outstanding dedication,
diligent study, and instruction of the martial arts.

Mark is the only individual known to have earned and been awarded the
very rare and prestigious advanced teaching certificates from both
Grandmaster Ben Largusa of Villabrille-Lagusa Kali and the late Founder Grandmaster
Angel Cables of Serrada Eskrima.

Co-authored along with Dr. Andre KnustGraichen the book Pentjak Silat:
Martial Art of Indonesia, Volume I

Authored several training manuals for Martial Arts International
members, including studies of Kali, Largo Mano Eskrima, and Boxing Drills

Wrote, produced and featured in the videos: “Kali Fundamentals” and
“Tai Chi Kung for Healthand Relaxation”

He is currently working on a new video series: “Practical Street Fighting”

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