Patricia D

5th Dan Budoki Junari Jujitsu Martial Arts USA

4th Dan Yudo / Judo Martial Arts USA

4th Dan Yusool Martial Arts USA

4th Dan Hapkido Martial Arts USA

3rd Dan Judo United States Judo Association

Instructor's Certificate BladeSafe Knife Defense

Female Instructor of the Year World Head of Family Sokeship Council

Certified Rank Examiner United States Judo Association

Certified Itsutsu No Kata United States Judo Association

Certified Renrakyu No Kata United States Judo Association

Certified Nage No Kata United States Judo Association

Master Patricia Hill

Master Hill has been involved in the martial arts since the early 70’s and is currently serving as the Vice President/ Secretary of Martial Arts USA. Along with training in the use of the cane, sword and sai, Master Hill was recently promoted to yodan in MAUSA Yusool, making her the highest ranking (and only) woman black belt in that system. Her current interests include escrima and knife fighting. Master Hill had a most impressive competition record, winning a national championship in the Junior Olympics in the early 70’s. Master Hill and Grandmaster Beard were honored as the 2005 Outstanding Kata Team Practitioners from the State of Alabama by the United States Judo Association. She was also honored as the 2006 Outstanding Master's Woman Competitor from the State of Alabama by the United States Judo Association.

Master Hill was recently inducted into the World Head of Family Sokeship Council Hall of Fame as the Female Instructor of the Year. Black Tie ceremonies were held in Orlando, FL. Master Hill was recognized by the World Sokeship Council for her contributions to the martial arts. Along with Master Hill’s award, she was also the only woman who gave a mini clinic alongside some of the most notable grandmasters in their arts in the world.

The World Head of Family Sokeship Council is an exclusive union of the top Grandmasters of 9th or 10th degree black belt ranking or the equivalent from around the world who wish to communicate and support one another. Membership includes some of the best martial artists in the world and at least 19 different countries are included among its’ membership.

Master Hill has also been awarded an Instructor's Certificate in BladeSafe from the Seven Owl Dojo in North Carolina.

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