History
LTC(R) G. Larry Hartsook, US Army Special Forces (Green Beret) for 27 plus years. He attained the Enlisted Rank of First Sergeant, E8 with 9 years in the service. He applied for Officer Candidate School and graduated in 1980, returning to Special Forces as a Lieutenant/Team Commander. His skills in multiple martial arts styles were continually combat tested during his service to his country. He trained over 45 years in numerous styles worldwide with dedication and determination to continually develop his mind, body, and spirit. Dr. Masaaki Hatsumi of the Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu awarded him Junidan, Suigyo Happo Biken, 12th Dan status in Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu, and he has achieved 10th Dan(s) in the US Tai Karate Association, San Ryu Do, Karate for Christ International, Shinsei Hapkido and Tae Kwon Jutsu. He holds several high high-level Dan rankings in numerous styles throughout the United States and internationally, earning him worldwide recognition.
Specialties
Eagle Karate prides itself in being one of the only martial arts studios in Knoxville, TN that families truly train together. By training with your child you are building core values, finding empowerment together and strengthening the overall family bond. Parents can have a significant impact in their child's life by simply getting involved.