Kurt Cornwell has spent most of his life involved in the Martial Arts. With a passion and fascination for the spectrum of styles that the practice has to offer, Coach Kurt explores cultural martial arts from all parts of the world and throughout history.

In 2007, Kurt became a full-time member of the MKG International Martial Art Organization. Since then, he has become a professional Instructor, traveling the country and beyond teaching the Martial Arts.

Kurt lives in Ferndale with his wife and three children. His wife is a well-known Therapist and advocate for Special Needs Children in Metro Detroit, and their three children, two of whom are neurodivergent, enjoy music, dancing, drawing, and of course, Martial Arts.

Coach Kurt’s specific qualifications and accomplishments include:

• Certified Instructor: Inosanto International Martial Arts Association

• Certified Instructor: MKG International Method of Martial Arts

• Michigan Director for MKG Method

• Inducted into United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame for his work empowering others via the Martial Arts

• Keynote Speaker at UCLA/TEDx Symposium on the benefits of the Martial Arts Lifestyle

• Notable clientele includes NFL and NHL Players, Actors and Stunt Professionals, SWAT Teams and Security Professionals, Non-Profit Agencies, Health Care facilities, and live public events.

• Kurt has appeared on numerous television news networks due to his work introducing people to the Martial Arts Lifestyle

• Published Features Author: World of Martial Arts Magazine

• Podcast Host: WOMA Podcast, Talking Heads (MALMAG)

• Regular Podcast Guest: JKD Dialogues, FMA Discussions, MALMAG Podcast, and more

• Guest Instructor in Osaka Japan, Los Angeles CA, Baton Rouge LA, Minneapolis MN, and across Michigan.

Kurt’s Mission
To create accessible training opportunities where people from all walks of life can feel comfortable and inspired to explore the transformative practice of martial art.