Joshua Margalus
Originally from Chicago, Head Instructor Joshua Margalus began his martial arts training at the age of only 8 years old and earned his black belt in taekwondo at 16. Josh credits martial arts with helping him move past poor body image issues and learning self-respect. More than just a teacher, Josh considers himself a mentor and strives to be a resource for both his students and their families. He believes that confidence and respect are some of the greatest teachings karate imparts and often says “the only opponent you have in life is yourself!”
A perpetual student of life, Josh is always teaching himself new skills and is currently learning to play the piano and studying computer coding and 3d animation. Joshua has his 2nd Dan (2nd degree black belt) and has competed in tournaments, placing in both Forms and Sparring in 2005-2006. In addition to his PMA family, Joshua is married, has four cats and a pit bull!
