Instructors

Master Jeff Growel - Has over 20 years of experience in helping men, woman and children to better themselves through Martial Arts, Yoga, and Wellness training. He is a multiple Black Belt holder and has experience in over 10 different martial art styles. Mr. Growel is only one of a handful of instructors in the world certified by the World Chung Do Mu Sool Won association to teach their rare and ancient  Korean Royal Court Martial Art. He is also the creator of M.A.S.T.E.R. (motion awareness & safety training for employee readiness) and is co-responsible for creating Safety techniques for Harley Davidson Motor Company. These techniques are based on Martial Arts stretching and Yoga movements. M.A.S.T.E.R. training has a 95% success rate with Harley  Davidson employees in countering, levitating and educating the harmful effects of "non-awareness" in daily activity and repetitious work. This includes the daily employees regime of standing, reaching, bending, lifting, pushing and breathing in their fast paced work environment and lifestyle. Mr. Growel has worked for Harley Davidson for 14 years and as taught Martial Arts and wellness for the past 12 years for the company. He still studies Martial Arts and Yoga to further his education on proper body movement, mechanics and wellness.

Celina Growel - Began studying Women’s Self-Defense in 1996 under various instructors.  In 2001, she became one of few females to learn the rare Royal Court self-defense system, Chung Do Mu Sool Won, under Master Michael Augsburger. Beginning in 2004, Celina embarked on the journey of obtaining the status of becoming the first female to be certified in Mike Vaughn’s Personal Protection Program. Celina is the woman’s personal protection instructor for the Harley-Davidson Motor Company and many other corporate businesses in Milwaukee.  She continues to hone and develop her skills through the study of Chung Do Mu Sool Won, Jeet Kune Do, Hapkido, Muay Thai and Brazilian Jujitsu. Celina’s other interest includes honoring her Mohawk heritage as a Pow Wow dancer. She is the head female dancer for the Dekalb, NIU gathering and Rockford Illinois gathering under the mounds. Her Native American dancing instructor is Miami tribe member and Chung Do Mu Sool Won Master, Michael Augsburger. With respect to being a wife and mother, Celina’s main passion is to empower woman and individuals through Martial Arts (personal protection) training.  

*If you’re interested in practical self defense training for your company, group or club, contact Celina or Jeff at Royal Court Academy. A corporate package is available upon request. 414-302-5125

Joe Daniel - Trained in the early and late seventies in Boxing and Tae Kwon Do. He is an excellent instructor who truly enjoys working with children. Joe has been instrumental in developing children programs that increase focus, better behavior at home and better grades in school.  “I always had an interest in the martial arts but never developed the passion to take it to the next level.  My interests changed and I pursued other endeavors.  My physical fitness drifted to wellness and weight training.  Martial arts did not resurface again in my life until I had a child of my own. When he reached an age where he could appreciate it, I returned to the world of martial arts. My intent was to find a studio that had a program that would benefit my son for his entire life. I found such a program under the direction of Master Jeff Growel. Fascinated by the styles that Master Growel had to offer, I also decided to join. I have been with Royal Court from its beginning. There has been no looking back. To date I hold a third degree Black Belt in Royal Court MMA, a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, and continue to work towards a Black Belt in Chung Do Mu Sool Won. I also continue to train in Muay Thai. I have been a children’s instructor since early 2005. My mission is to have a positive impact on my students through the benefits of martial arts training and instill positive life skills that produce successful adults.”

Jim Yenter - Mr. Yenter has been with Royal Court Academy since the beginning. His martial arts training started in his early 20’s in Shorin-Ryu Karate. After 4 years in that system he achieved the rank of 4th Kyu. After getting married and starting a family he took some time off from training. Many years later the Martial arts bug bit him again but he wanted to see what other styles were out there. “When Mr. Growel introduced Chung Do Mu Sool Won to Harley Davidson I was hooked. I have been training in this art for the last 7yrs. Chung do’s flowing movements, extensive weapon forms and superior self defense skills make this the art I have always been looking for. I currently hold black belts in both Tae Kwan Do and Chung Do Mu Sool Won. I work and teach at Harley-Davidson Capitol Dr. Plant. I also train in Jeet Kune Do, Brazilian Jujitsu, Muay Thai and Kali. My personal goal is to help my students reach their full potential through Martial Arts training”.

Charles Watkins - Charles became interested in Martial Arts (1977-1978) while serving in the U.S. Air Force over seas at Kun Sun Air Force Base in South Korea.  He earned the rank of Red Belt in Tae Kwon Do before returning to the United States.  He then was stationed at Little Rock Air Force Base where he continued to train.  In 1981, Charles received a higher calling to attend Arkansas Baptist College.  In 1993 he became the Paster of New Light Baptist Church.  In 2002, he relocated with his wife to Milwaukee Wisconsin to become the full time Paster of King Solomon MBC.  In 2003, Charles became a student of Royal Court Academy under the direction of Master Jeff Growel.  At present Charles continues to train and teach the art of Chung Do Mu Sool Won.  Charles also holds the rank of Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do.

Steve Pyatt - Steve is a excellent instructor who always takes it to the next level in helping students succeed. Through patience and hard work, Steve's dedication to his students has helped them achieve levels that they never thought possible. Steve and his family are from upper Wisconsin and moved to Milwaukee where he is currently employed at Harley-Davidson. Steve holds multiple Black Belts in Royal Court MMA, Tae Kwon Do, and Chung Do Mu Sool Won. Steve also trains in Muay Thai. Steve's long range goal is to one day open a Martial Arts School in his home town.

Quincy Jones - Royal Court Academy is proud to welcome Quincy Jones as our new Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor. Come check out his class, Thursdays, 4:45 - 5:30.

Jacob Daniel - Jake has been under the instruction of Master Jeff Growel for eight years. He holds a Black Belt In Royal Court MMA and Sashes in Muay Thai. Jake continues his training with Master Growel to assure the highest level of expertise that Royal Court Academy is known for. Jake is a three time Wisconsin State Champion in KICK USA Tournaments and has competed in two National Tournaments at Disney's Wide World of Sports in Orlando, Florida, bringing home a Silver and Bronze Medal.

Student Instructors

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