Mr. Tucker
Changing Lives Martial Arts Instructor:
Name: Zachary Tucker
Birth date: October 27th 1991
Where I grew up:
Virginia Beach VA
Current ATA Rank:
4th Degree Black Belt
Reasons for training with Changing Lives ATA Martial Arts:
When I was 4 yrs old I had severe ADHD and maintaining this under a supervision of my Doctor with adderall. I started martial arts to help with self-control and self-discipline and now it has turned into a passion.
My next Martial Arts testing date: World's June 2014. Testing for 5th Degree Black Belt
A quick story about training with Senior Master Thomas:
I remember one class I had to do 237 knuckle push-ups on carpet because I kept moving. (discipline was different back then) I was very sore afterwards, but looking back on it, I am very glad it happened because it has taught me much better self control and I am a better person because of my experience.
A few of my certifications and training accomplishments:
- Level 3 certified judge
- Level 3 Certified Instructor
- Passed ATA FIT TEST!!!!!!!
- Healthier lifestyle than before
- SWAT/DELTA/ A-TEAM
- Received 3rd degree at 12 yrs old
- Received 4th degree at 18 yrs old
- 14 yrs in the Martial Arts

Virginia Beach & Chesapeake!









