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                  Shihan Durand is distinguished as a 10th Degree Black Belt in the renowned Blue Life Budo Ninjutsu System and as a Tuhon (Senior Master Instructor) in Pekiti Tirsia Kali. He is the originator and leader of the Blue Life Karate School.

Known for his meticulous instruction yet personable approach, Shihan Durand excels in communicating fundamental principles in an enjoyable manner, appealing to children and families alike. This engaging teaching method is also imparted to his team of instructors. His notable personal accomplishments include:

- Being a 12-time New Jersey State Karate Champion

- Securing 3 WKU World Champion titles

- Winning 2 National Championships

- Gaining induction into the U.S.A. Martial Arts Hall of Fame, the World Karate Union Hall of Fame, the Action Martial Arts Magazine Hall of Fame, and the Legends of the Martial Arts Hall of Fame

- Achieving the status of Certified Combat Pekiti Tirsia Kali Silat Master Instructor

Shihan Durand heads the instruction at Blue Life Karate & Xtreme Kickboxing.

From a young age, martial arts significantly shaped his life, igniting a dream to one day open his own martial arts school to share the transformative power of martial arts with others. 

Today, he takes immense pride and feels profound humility in leading the Maplewood community's martial arts education, witnessing the growth and evolution of students into more joyful, healthier, and confident individuals across all ages.

                   Holds the rank of 10th Degree Black Belt in the acclaimed Blue Life Budo Ninjutsu System and holds the rank of Tuhon (Senior Master Instructor) in Pekiti Tirsia Kali. The founder and director of Blue Life Karate School.