Nikki Mandel is the Directing Master of the Martial Arts Academy. Shi-Han Nikki has an unusually diverse background in the martial arts, having studied many different styles over the past 30+ years. She has studied under numerous masters throughout the United States, Japan, Thailand and the Philippines. Her main focus is on Karate and, more recently, Chen-style Tai Chi. Shorin Ryu Karate (1st dan) Tai Chi Bushi-No-Ryu Karate (4th dan) Mu-Gen Karate (5th dan) Kung Fu Do Shi-Kia Kari-Kabong (Ancient Siamese Warrior Method) Qigong Ki Aikido Womens Self Defense CPR Certified Rated Florida Champion (Womens Combat) Honorably Discharged War Veteran Practiced in Japan, Philippines, Thailand and U.S. Tournament Judge Tournament Director/Promoter Lifetime Member of U.S. Wushu-Kungfu Federation Children Physically Challenged Senior Citizens Email Shi-Han Nikki Mandel