Master Bardin has been training with Grandmaster Haney for over 30 years. 

 

He has grown to be an outstanding martial artist, as well as a fine example for Blackbelts and students to follow. 

 

Master Bardin obtained his 1st Degree Blackbelt in 2001 in Senka Te Karate Do and now holds a 5th Degree in the system. 

 

In 2015, Grand Master Haney presented him with the title ‘Renshi’ which means “polished instructor.”

 

He has been studying UKC’s War Hand Muay Thai since 2013 and achieved Nung Khan - Black Sash in 2017.  In 2022, he was given the title of “Assistant Trainer” in the system. 

 

He began studying UKC’s street-based fighting system, SWARM, in 2016 and currently holds a 2nd Degree Blackbelt in the system. 

 

Master Bardin continues to train with Grandmaster Haney in each of UKC’s systems as well as Jiu-Jitsu, combat knife fighting, and stick fighting techniques. 

 

He is married to fellow student, Sensei Sarah Bardin.  Together they have 2 beautiful daughters, Abbey and Lily, who are also students of Senka Te Karate Do.

 

Master Bardin serves in his local church and is a dedicated Christian.  He is a prime example of the Bushido warrior, serving God while living his art.