Master Frank Annese

Frank Annese has been training in the Martial Arts for over 20 years.

After achieving his first black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, he wanted to see just how far he could take his training.

He began training in Ryu Kyu Kempo in 1993 under Marc Kline as well as Mike Solecki. It was here he was introduced to Martial Artists such as Wally Jay, George Dillman, Remy Presas, Rick Moneymaker, Tom Muncy and many more.

Realizing that there was so much to learn he decided to make the Martial Arts a life study and to pass on what he was learning from these pioneers who had gone before him and led the way.

Taking the advice of Professor Remy Presas which was “If you want to get good at something you need to teach it to someone then you will make the connection and you will have it” Frank began teaching in 1995.

Originally getting in the Martial Arts just for the fighting end of it, he has achieved more benefits in the last twenty years than just an outlet for fighting.

Today he and his wife Michelle own and operate Annese Martial Arts in Waynesboro VA the home Dojo for Dragon Society International.
We are now producing quality Black Belts who share our love for the arts.

Ranks & Certifications:

5th Dan Okinawan Kempo
4th Dan Torite Jutsu
1st Dan Tae Kwon Do
Level 1 Instructor Modern Arnis
Certified Dragon Society International Instructor
Member of The World Martial Arts Hall of Fame 2000 Instructor of the Year
United Professionals Cornerman Coach
Co–Owner Annese Martial Arts – Dragon Society Home Dojo