Instructors
Sifu Collin Lieberman
Head Instructor & Owner
Jeet Kune Do - Bruce Lee's Way of The Intercepting Fist
As a teenager, I was deeply inspired by martial arts legend and founder of Jeet Kune Do (JKD), Bruce Lee. At age 18, I discovered a JKD school near my home and wouldn't stop talking to my parents about it. So they signed me up (and shut me up) as a birthday gift, and what a gift if was! Flash forward more than 25 years, and here I am as the "Sifu" of a thriving martial arts academy. I am honored to be a certified Senior Full Instructor in Bruce Lee's art (Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do) under Sifu Raffi Derderian.
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Kuntao Silat - Sacred Energy Arts
I have been passionately training in this art for 10+ years. Kuntao Silat is an Indo-Chinese martial art, influenced by Kung Fu, Tai chi, Bagua, Xhing I, and Silat. I have been carefully taught in the lineage of Kuntao Silat DeThouars and I am honored to have earned a Red Sash under Sifu Matthew Cohen, of Sacred Energy Arts in CA.
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Tai Chi - Someday Farm Taijiquan
I have been studying Taijiquan for 15 years, and many of those years have been directly with world champion Stephen Watson. This inspiring art and education has laid the foundation for my core values: strength through balance, connection and awareness. I'm grateful to have found this art and this teacher - as they have improved every aspect of my life - physical, martial, emotional, mental and spiritual.
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Variety is the essence of life!
Beyond my three core disciplines, I have cross trained in a handful of other arts and systems. I am honored to be an associate instructor in Filipino Kali under Sifu Raffi Derderian. I have also trained in Thai Boxing, Western Boxing, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The result of all this... a deep respect for those who undertake the journey of the martial artist - one of endless self discovery and self improvement.
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An understanding of human movement and physical training goes hand-in-hand with the journey of the martial artist. I worked professionally as an NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and I have extensive experience with Kettlebells, Original Strength, CrossFit, Pilates, Yoga, and Qi Gong. ​
Sifu Laura Thomas
Instructor & Manager
Laura has been training at Centerline since 2016. She is an instructor in our Jeet Kune Do program, Kids Kung Fu, Kickboxing and Little Dragons. She also has experience in Thai Boxing, BJJ, and loves to find opportunities to train whenever she travels. A former High School Spanish teacher and Cheerleading coach, Laura loves to motivate her students and is passionate about helping people to feel good in their bodies. Laura is available for Private Coaching as well.
Sifu Patrick Wilshire
Instructor - Jeet Kune Do
Patrick trained for many years in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Wing Chun Kung Fu (Ving Tsun) before coming to Centerline in 2015. He is an instructor in our Jeet Kune Do program. Patrick also has experience with Kali, Silat, and Kettlebell fitness.
Sifu Luigi Guzzon
Instructor - Jeet Kune Do
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Luigi is an instructor in our Jeet Kune Do program. He joined Centerline in 2016 when he started training in JKD. He has studied and practiced Wushu Nan Quan [black sash first rank / 1st Duan], Chang Quan, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Sanda, Muay Thai, and Kickboxing.
Sisook Mike Blegen
Assistant Instructor - JKD
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Mike has studied primarily Chinese martial arts, including Northern Shaolin Longfist, Wushu, Ba Gua, and Tai Chi. He started training at Centerline in 2016 and is an assistant instructor in our Jeet Kune Do program.
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Mike's also a thoughtful guy who makes the best gifts. He's handy with a 3D printer and silk screen machine!
Coach Gabbie
Kickboxing Coach & Kids Assistant
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Gabbie’s first introduction to jabs and kicks was in HS, following along to Billy Blank’s Tae Bo VHS tapes. Fast forward some decades when she happened upon Kickboxing at Centerline in 2019, and fell in love with the supportive community and how the classes bring together various martial arts and fitness techniques for a fun and invigorating workout. Gabbie is passionate about creating uplifting environments where all learn and grow stronger alongside each other, and is thrilled to have the opportunity to do so as a kickboxing instructor at Centerline.​
Sija Izzy Herold
Kickboxing Coach & Kids Assistant
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Izzy started training at Centerline in 2018. Since then she has become a kickboxing coach, as well as an assistant instructor in the Kids Kung Fu program. Izzy primarily studies Kuntao Silat and Jeet Kune Do. She has spent time exploring Thai Boxing, Qi Gong and BJJ, which has had a significantly positive impact on Izzy’s life.
Christian Przygocki
Kuntao Silat Assistant
Christian started at Centerline in 2017 and focuses his training on Silat & Kali. He holds a previous instructor rank in Filipino Kali. He has also had training in various arts including JKD, Western boxing, Thai Boxing, Wrestling, Qi Gong and meditation.
Shikhar Bajracharya
Jeet Kune Do Sihing
Shikhar began training at Centerline in 2016. He holds a 2nd degree black belt in Shotokan Karate, 3rd degree brown belt in Shinto-Ryu Karate, and 6th kyu in Toyama Ryu Battodo. He has since continued training in Jeet Kune Do, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Thai Boxing, Silat, and Boxing.
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