INSTRUCTORS
PROFESSOR MARK DONG
Mark Dong was born and raised in Houston, Texas. He grew up and currently resides in Katy, Texas. Mark worked in the Civil Engineering field designing roads and bridges for 15 years. He also is a lifelong martial artist and is continually learning different martial arts.
Mark has Black Belts in Kajukenbo Karate and Praying Mantis Kung Fu. He is also a high level Krav Maga Expert. Mark is now training in Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu where he holds a Black Belt and the title of Professor. On May 13, 2023, Mark was promoted to a 7th Dan Master's Black Belt with the Texas Karate Organization, and earned the title of Master.
Mark currently owns his own Krav Maga, Kickboxing, & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school, called Dragon's Den. Dragon's Den proudly serve Katy, Richmond and Fulshear.
Mark is also a stunt actor and started his stunt training in 2017 and has been busy with stunt acting and fight choreography. Mark is married and has two sons.
certifications
Israeli Certified Krav Maga Instructor (Expert 2)
KMG National Testing Committee Member
Certified Kids Krav Maga Instructor
Krav Maga Law Enforcement Asst. Instructor
ASP Tactical Handcuffing Certified
Unarmed Combatives Instructor (SFC)
Knife and Stick Combatives Instructor (SFC)
Muay Thai & Kickboxing Instructor
First-Aid/CPR/AED Certified by AHA
US ARMY/TXSG Combat Pistol Expert
7th Degree Master's Black Belt with Texas Karate Organization (TKO)
3rd Degree Black Sash in Praying Mantis Kung Fu
2nd Degree Black Black Belt in Kajukenbo Karate
Black Belt with Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
CrossFit Level 1 (CF-L1) Trainer
CrossFit Striking Instructor
CrossFit Kettlebell Instructor
NRA Pistol Instructor
License to Carry (LTC) Instructor
Licensed Level 4 Personal Protection Officer with DPS