MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS

Proudly serving Snellville since 1979 — dedicated to changing lives
through martial arts, education, and coaching.

HEAD INSTRUCTORS

Head Instructors at Charles Minter Karate are dedicated students who have undergone extensive training and advanced from Assistant Instructors. They lead classes at multiple locations and oversee programs such as the After-School Program, Parent Night Off, and Karate Camps.

Grandmaster Charles Minter

8th Dan Black Belt
Grandmaster Instructor
45+ Years of Teaching Experience
U.S.A. Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee – Martial Artist of the Year 2004
2003 Tennessee AAU Individual Forms Champion
2004 Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation Instructor of the Year – North Area
2016-18 Voted Best Martial Arts School in Gwinnett County
2022-2023 Voted Best Martial Arts School in Gwinnett County

Master Charles Minter began his martial arts journey in 1971 and has since taught thousands of students, continually inspiring and guiding them. With over 45 years of experience, including numerous competitions, he uses his extensive knowledge to support students interested in competing. However, Master Minter believes that martial arts are much more than competition, emphasizing that proficiency in self-defense and forms is key to becoming a well-rounded martial artist.

Grandmaster Misty Hall

8th Dan Black Belt
Grandmaster Instructor
35+ Years of Teaching Experience
Head Instructor: Main Studio & George Pierce
2005 Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation Instructor of the Year – South Area
2005 National AAU Individual Forms Silver Medalist
2005 National AAU Point Sparring Silver Medalist
2006 National AAU Forms Silver Medalist

Master Zac Minter

4th Dan Black Belt
10+ Years Of Martial Arts Experience
AAU State Champion & Jr. Olympian
Head Instructor: Lilburn Parks/Recreation & Rhodes Jordan Parks/Recreation & Main Studio
CPR/First Aid Certified

Mr. Joshua Burton

3rd Dan Black Belt
AAU State & National Champion
7+ Years Of Martial Arts Experience
Head Instructor: Main Studio
CPR/First Aid Certified

Miss Jadah Tinsley

3rd Dan Black Belt
7+ Years of Martial Arts Experience
AAU State & National Champion
Head Instructor: Lilburn & Bogan Parks/Recreation, Georgia Gwinnett College, Emory Oxford College
CPR/First Aid Certified
AAU Certified Coach

Master Erich Janzen

4th Dan Black Belt
10+ Years of Martial Arts Experience
AAU State & National Champion & Jr. Olympian
Head Instructor: Main Studio
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor
AAU Certified Coach
CPR/First Aid Certified

Mr. Carlos Valladares

3rd Dan Black Belt
7+ Years Of Martial Arts Experience
Head Instructor: Lucky Shoals Parks/Recreation & Pinckneyville Parks/Recreation
CPR/First Aid Certified

Mr. Zachary Halls

3rd Dan Black Belt
AAU State & National Champion
7+ Years of Martial Arts Experience
Head Instructor: Main Studio
CPR/First Aid Certified
AAU Certified Coach

ASSISTANT INSTRUCTORS

Assistant Instructors at Charles Minter Karate are students over the age of 15 who have demonstrated their potential to become future Head Instructors. They assist in various programs, gaining valuable experience in running a karate school.

Mr. Haneef Tinsley

3rd Dan Black Belt
7+ Years Of Martial Arts Experience
AAU State & National Champion
Assistant Instructor: Lilburn Parks/Recreation & Rhodes Jordan Parks/Recreation & Main Studio

Miss Genesis Ramirez

1st Dan Black Belt
4+ Years of Martial Arts Experience
Assistant Instructor: Lilburn Parks/Recreation & Rhodes Jordan Parks/Recreation

Mr. Zarek Johnson

Brown Belt 3rd Guap (Current Belt)
3+ Years Of Martial Arts Experience
Assistant Instructor: Main Studio

JR. LEADERS

Jr. Leaders at Charles Minter Karate are students aged 12-15 who show the skills, knowledge, and passion to assist other martial artists. They receive guidance from all instructors, preparing them to one day step into the role of Assistant Instructor.