Jaguar Sport Karate: About Us

Mission Statement

“To better our community and its citizens through positive personal development skills by our training and to provide a safe and positive environment that will benefit our student’s mental and physical growth. To provide inspiration of personal excellence and achievements through our example as Black Belts both in and out of the Dojang. To ensure long-term growth of the student and its instructors by providing quality training.”

What is Jaguar Sport Karate?

The Jaguar is a symbol of strength and power. For strength and power to be effective on the outside it must come from the inside. Sport Karate was a word used to describe Kickboxing. We use the term to describe the athleticism in Martial Arts. Tournaments are encouraged but never forced. The most important goal at Jaguar Sport Karate is to have fun.

TAE KWON DO- (The way of the hand and foot). Tae Kwon do became popular after the 1988 Olympics in Seoul Korea as an Exhibition Olympic Sport. Tae Kwon Do is now a validated Olympic Sport and considered to be the most popular Martial Art in the world. The kicking techniques at JSK are derived from Tae Kwon Do.

WON MOO HAPKIDO- (Won= Circular, Moo= the Martial way, Hapkido- The way of coordinated energy). Hapkido is a combat art and used mostly for self-defense. Hapkido has kicks from Tae Kwon Do and throws and joint locks seen in Jiu Jitsu and Aikido. The self-defense learned in Hapkido is practical and the energy of the aggressor is used against them making it a great Martial Art for smaller students.

JUNSADO- (The way of the Combat Expert) is not a martial art. Junsado deals with what happens in a confrontation and its changing causes. What changes your perception is what causes you to react. At the core of the changes there is ground you can stand on. Personal Awareness and self-defense are combined as one.

KICKBOXING- Our kickboxing class adds the exercise regime of a Boxer with the added kicks seen in martial arts. It is designed to keep the student physically fit, combine hand skills and feet skills, and make the student react more fluidly.

GRAPPLING- Our grappling techniques teach the student how to get up on our feet once we are taken to the ground. In self-defense there is a likely scenario that you may end up on the ground. It is imperative to know how to defend yourself once you are on the ground.

Our reward system improves children's self-esteem
Our class structure teaches children discipline
Our activities channel children's aggression
Our classes enhance children's confidence and assertiveness
Our program teaches lifetime self-defense skills

Our workouts are a great way to get in shape
Our classes relieve stress
Our classroom practice sessions give you confidence
What we teach you could save your life
Our program is a lot of fun

Kyosahnim Lee Barnard is the owner/ operator and chief instructor of Jaguar Sport Karate. He has been doing martial arts since his childhood. His martial arts training were occasionally interrupted by his duty to his country as a Marine.

In the early years Mr. Barnard competed from 1981-2006. He has competed in over 800 tournaments and was once crowned the AANF, IKBA, and AAU champion. Tournaments also included the coveted Diamond Nationals. He had an outstanding amateur kickboxing career of 86-4. He made his professional debut in 1988 and had a professional record of 3-0.

With Master Natzke and Grandmaster Bill Wallace

He entered law enforcement in 1989. He had a successful career as a police officer for over 16 years in both Utah and California. Assignments included; Jail Officer, Detective, Field Training Officer, Gang Officer, Graffiti Investigator, and Weaponless Defense Instructor. He was and still is a sought after Graffiti expert in which he has given public speaking engagements, authored one book as well as magazine articles on the topic. Lee was frequently seen at boxing gyms in Baldwin Park, Pasadena, and Oxnard trying to hone his combat skills.

He continued to compete in Tae Kwon Do as well as 12- law enforcement karate tournaments. He earned the Silver medal at the International Law Enforcement Games and in his last year of competition in 2006 he earned double gold at the Western States Police and Fire Games as well as the Grand champion title at the Order of the Dragon tournament.

He holds a 2nd Dan Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do (World Tae Kwon Do Federation) and a 3rd Dan Black Belt in American Freestyle Tae Kwon Do (United States Karate Alliance). He also holds rank in Won Moo Hapkido and Shin-Toshi Karate. Other styles practiced have included Shotokan, Wado-Ryu, Shoreikan, Danzan-Ryu Jiu Jitsu, and Boxing.

He currently trains at Throwdown Elite Training Center to enhance his experience as a martial artist. He participates in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and believes that he must continue to train to make his students better.

Karen Barnard, RN is the co-owner and staff member of Jaguar Sport Karate. She started dancing ballet at age 4 and at age 11 she added jazz to her repertoire. In high school she competed in Miss Drill Team USA and was in the top 10 when an ankle injury cut her dream short. After high school she went to Pasadena City College where she was a cheerleader and continued her dancing.

She has worked in the medical field as a nurse for over 13-years in both California and Utah. She currently works as an emergency room nurse in a Salt Lake area hospital.

Mrs. Barnard is a current student of Jaguar Sport Karate as well as an aerobic instructor and choreographer. She is a graduate of the certified R.A.D. (Rape Aggression Defense) Basic Physical Defense Program. Her advice is of the most value to Jaguar Sport Karate as she often sees things through a mother’s eyes.

Cho Kyo Nim Aaron Herbst holds a Black Belt in Moo Duk Kwan Tae Kwon Do. "Moo Duk Kwan" literally translated means, “the institute of martial virtue.” He moved from Maine to Utah where he started practicing Olympic Style Tae Kwon Do but felt that Jaguar Sport Karate was a more suiting fit for his needs. Mr. Herbst is a graduate of Lehi High School and has aspirations of one day becoming a police officer. His hobbies include martial arts, fitness, and guns. He is also an Eagle Scout. His youth, motivation, and enthusiasm are great benefits to Jaguar Sport Karate. He was a leader of the S.T.O.R.M. team in Maine and leads our demonstration team which is a combination of the competition team and S.T.O.R.M. team. He brings a youthful zest to Jaguar Sport Karate and is a true asset to JSK.

Cho Kyo Nim Mario Herbst also holds a Black Belt in Moo Duk Kwan Tae Kwon Do. Like his son Aaron Herbst he also studied Olympic Style Tae Kwon Do locally. This father and son team holds great family values and they have enjoyed doing martial arts together. Both he and his son trained at Mid-Maine Tae Kwon Do before moving to Utah. Mr. Herbst is an accountant by profession and assists JSK with accounting issues as well as instruction.


		ABOUT US Mission Statement “To better our community and its citizens through positive personal development skills by our training and to provide a safe and positive environment that will benefit our student’s mental and physical growth. To provide inspiration of personal excellence and achievements through our example as Black Belts both in and out of the Dojang. To ensure long-term growth of the student and its instructors by providing quality training.” What is Jaguar Sport Karate? The Jaguar is a symbol of strength and power. For strength and power to be effective on the outside it must come from the inside. Sport Karate was a word used to describe Kickboxing. We use the term to describe the athleticism in Martial Arts. Tournaments are encouraged but never forced. The most important goal at Jaguar Sport Karate is to have fun. What is taught at JSK? TAE KWON DO- (The way of the hand and foot). Tae Kwon do became popular after the 1988 Olympics in Seoul Korea as an Exhibition Olympic Sport. Tae Kwon Do is now a validated Olympic Sport and considered to be the most popular Martial Art in the world. The kicking techniques at JSK are derived from Tae Kwon Do. WON MOO HAPKIDO- (Won= Circular, Moo= the Martial way, Hapkido- The way of coordinated energy). Hapkido is a combat art and used mostly for self-defense. Hapkido has kicks from Tae Kwon Do and throws and joint locks seen in Jiu Jitsu and Aikido. The self-defense learned in Hapkido is practical and the energy of the aggressor is used against them making it a great Martial Art for smaller students. JUNSADO- (The way of the Combat Expert) is not a martial art. Junsado deals with what happens in a confrontation and its changing causes. What changes your perception is what causes you to react. At the core of the changes there is ground you can stand on. Personal Awareness and self-defense are combined as one. KICKBOXING- Our kickboxing class adds the exercise regime of a Boxer with the added kicks seen in martial arts. It is designed to keep the student physically fit, combine hand skills and feet skills, and make the student react more fluidly. GRAPPLING- Our grappling techniques teach the student how to get up on our feet once we are taken to the ground. In self-defense there is a likely scenario that you may end up on the ground. It is imperative to know how to defend yourself once you are on the ground. Benefits for Children Our reward system improves children's self-esteem Our class structure teaches children discipline Our activities channel children's aggression Our classes enhance children's confidence and assertiveness Our program teaches lifetime self-defense skills Benefits for Adults Our workouts are a great way to get in shape Our classes relieve stress Our classroom practice sessions give you confidence What we teach you could save your life Our program is a lot of fun All levels and abilities are welcome LEADERSHIP TEAM Kyosahnim Lee Barnard is the owner/ operator and chief instructor of Jaguar Sport Karate. He has been doing martial arts since his childhood. His martial arts training were occasionally interrupted by his duty to his country as a Marine. In the early years Mr. Barnard competed from 1981-2006. He has competed in over 800 tournaments and was once crowned the AANF, IKBA, and AAU champion. Tournaments also included the coveted Diamond Nationals. He had an outstanding amateur kickboxing career of 86-4. He made his professional debut in 1988 and had a professional record of 3-0. He entered law enforcement in 1989. He had a successful career as a police officer for over 16 years in both Utah and California. Assignments included; Jail Officer, Detective, Field Training Officer, Gang Officer, Graffiti Investigator, and Weaponless Defense Instructor. He was and still is a sought after Graffiti expert in which he has given public speaking engagements, authored one book as well as magazine articles on the topic. Lee was frequently seen at boxing gyms in Baldwin Park, Pasadena, and Oxnard trying to hone his combat skills. He continued to compete in Tae Kwon Do as well as 12- law enforcement karate tournaments. He earned the Silver medal at the International Law Enforcement Games and in his last year of competition in 2006 he earned double gold at the Western States Police and Fire Games as well as the Grand champion title at the Order of the Dragon tournament. He holds a 2nd Dan Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do (World Tae Kwon Do Federation) and a 3rd Dan Black Belt in American Freestyle Tae Kwon Do (United States Karate Alliance). He also holds rank in Won Moo Hapkido and Shin-Toshi Karate. Other styles practiced have included Shotokan, Wado-Ryu, Shoreikan, Danzan-Ryu Jiu Jitsu, and Boxing. He currently trains at Throwdown Elite Training Center to enhance his experience as a martial artist. He participates in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and believes that he must continue to train to make his students better. Karen Barnard, RN is the co-owner and staff member of Jaguar Sport Karate. She started dancing ballet at age 4 and at age 11 she added jazz to her repertoire. In high school she competed in Miss Drill Team USA and was in the top 10 when an ankle injury cut her dream short. After high school she went to Pasadena City College where she was a cheerleader and continued her dancing. She has worked in the medical field as a nurse for over 13-years in both California and Utah. She currently works as an emergency room nurse in a Salt Lake area hospital. Mrs. Barnard is a current student of Jaguar Sport Karate as well as an aerobic instructor and choreographer. She is a graduate of the certified R.A.D. (Rape Aggression Defense) Basic Physical Defense Program. Her advice is of the most value to Jaguar Sport Karate as she often sees things through a mother’s eyes. Cho Kyo Nim Aaron Herbst holds a Black Belt in Moo Duk Kwan Tae Kwon Do. "Moo Duk Kwan" literally translated means, “the institute of martial virtue.” He moved from Maine to Utah where he started practicing Olympic Style Tae Kwon Do but felt that Jaguar Sport Karate was a more suiting fit for his needs. Mr. Herbst is a graduate of Lehi High School and has aspirations of one day becoming a police officer. His hobbies include martial arts, fitness, and guns. He is also an Eagle Scout. His youth, motivation, and enthusiasm are great benefits to Jaguar Sport Karate. He was a leader of the S.T.O.R.M. team in Maine and leads our demonstration team which is a combination of the competition team and S.T.O.R.M. team. He brings a youthful zest to Jaguar Sport Karate and is a true asset to JSK. Cho Kyo Nim Mario Herbst also holds a Black Belt in Moo Duk Kwan Tae Kwon Do. Like his son Aaron Herbst he also studied Olympic Style Tae Kwon Do locally. This father and son team holds great family values and they have enjoyed doing martial arts together. Both he and his son trained at Mid-Maine Tae Kwon Do before moving to Utah. Mr. Herbst is an accountant by profession and assists JSK with accounting issues as well as instruction. JAGUAR SPORT KARATE



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