Instructor:
3rd Dan Zachary DeNovellis (Black Belt #1502)

Mr. DeNovellis began his martial arts career at our academy in March, 1998. He earned his 1st Dan Black Belt in May 2004; his 2nd Dan in September 2006; and his 3rd Dan in September 2009. Mr. DeNovellis has been a member of our demo team since it's inception where he displays his expertise with the tonfas.

As a member of our weapons class, Mr. DeNovellis was the 1st person at our academy to receive the Danielson Martial Arts Academy weapons award for his hard work, dedication and skill with the Bo staff. Mr. DeNovellis holds several tournament victories in many different events. Mr. DeNovellis lives in Sterling, but attends Plainfield High School.