Trained in the Hoteikan System since the age of 3. Currently a 2nd degree black belt working towards 3rd degree. 20 years of training. Ranked in U.S.J.A (unit Judo) as a Sankyu. Competed & placed in numerous competitions, ranging from AAU Karate Nationals Competition, Judo Collegiate Nationals, Kickboxing (Full Contact) at the Capitale, etc... Certified as a Physical Education teacher in NYC. Currently a substitute teacher at Fort Hamilton H.S. in Brooklyn. Working towards CSCS - Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist.

Sensei Roxanne has trained in the Hoteikan Dojo since the age of 3. She was the very first female Junior Black Belt of the Hoteikan System. She has competed, coached and judged for AAU Karate championships. At age 9, Roxanne placed first place in the Junior World Championships for karate. Roxanne has her Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design and has done a lot of the print work for the Dojo. Roxanne also has a passion for dance and has studied ballet, tap, jazz, modern, African Caribbean, hip-hop and some salsa, merengue and bachata. She currently is licensed in Zumba Fitness , Zumbatomic (-zumba for kids) and Zumba Toning.