3rd. Kyu Nikidokai Brown Belt
Nikidokai/2KS Certified Instructor
Trainer: Elite Fight Team Leader of: W.E. UNITE
Ambassador Board: MMA YOUTH OUTREACH.

Senpai Andrea has dedicated her life to serving those in need, both domestically and abroad. As a mother of 11 children, she has homeschooled them for 16 years, instilling in them a love of learning and a desire to make a difference in the world. Andrea's passion doesn't stop at her own family. For the past 15 years, she has been traveling to countries such as Kenya, Uganda, and Serbia to work with marginalized and at-risk children and communities. She has partnered with local leaders and non-profits to make a real impact on the ground, improving the lives of countless individuals and families. For 10 years, Andrea served as the COO of Remember The Poor, a non-profit organization that worked closely with African leaders to address community needs. 

While Andrea's heart for service has been a constant throughout her life, she has also discovered new passions along the way. Growing up, she watched her brother's love for martial arts, but it wasn't until later in life that she found her own love for mixed martial arts (MMA). Andrea and her family became involved with 2KS and MMAYO, a non-profit that helps others discover their own greatness through MMA. Andrea has found joy and purpose in this work, and feels honored to serve alongside the team at 2KnuckleSports.

In addition to her work with MMAYO, Senpai Andrea plays an active role in the organization's leadership. She assists on the board, helps run its operations, and dedicates time to meeting with at-risk individuals, connecting them with MMAYO's programs to improve their lives. Another passion of hers is leading the W.E. Unite, Women Empowered Self-Defense and Fitness classes for the community. Through these classes, she empowers women with essential self-defense skills while promoting physical fitness and community solidarity. Senpai Andrea eagerly anticipates her continued personal training and growth in mixed martial arts, seeing it as a lifelong lifestyle that enriches both her physical abilities and her sense of personal empowerment. She dreams she and her husband will one day own/operate their own 2KnuckleSports Dojo.