Started training in the Martial Arts 1983. Currently a Fifth Degree Black Belt in Shotokan Karate and a Fourth Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo. Inducted into three different hall of fames for excellence in teaching. Established the Dojo in 1996. Head Martial Arts Instructor for the East Haven Recreation Department. 2004 he was nominated as Sports Person of the Week by Shore Publishing Newspaper. Member of the East Haven and the Branford Chamber of Commerce Life member of the USMA Head Coach of Team Gambardella BS Degree from SCSU in Business Management