ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
We are proudly affiliated with Sifu Greg Pichardo's Phoenix Martial Arts and
Sifu Cass Magda's, Magda Institute Association.
MEET OUR HEAD INSTRUCTOR
Sifu Nathan Marinone has been in the Martial Arts for over 30 years and has trained extensively in a wide range of Martial Art systems, both along the east coast and across the country. He holds Full Instructor credentials in Jeet Kune Do, Filipino Kali and Buka Jalan Silat under Sifu Greg Picahrdo and is a senior representative for his association, Phoenix Martial Arts. Sifu Nate is also an Instructor and serves as the Connecticut representative for the Magda Institute Association, led by Sifu Cass Magda.
Sifu Nate holds additional credentials in JKD / Kali, Wing Chun Kung Fu, Serrada Eskrima, Teovel Balintawak, and in Catch Wrestling.
Staff Instructors
Guro Jeb Walton began his study of the Martial Arts in 2016 with Sifu Nathan Marinone. In 2024 he received his Black Sash in Filipino Kali and became an Apprentice Instructor in the Phoenix Martial Arts association. In addition to continuing his studies into the Filipino Martial Arts, Jeb also actively trains in Jeet Kune Do. He currently teaches private lessons in Suffield Connecticut.
Guro Masen Mccane began his study of the Martial Arts in 2020 with Sifu Nathan Marinone. Prior to that, Masen has studied Thai Boxing, Panglipur Silat and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. In 2025, Masen received his Lakan Isa in Serrada Escrima and currently holds the rank of of level 5 in the PMA Buka Jalan Silat program. Masen is currently an Assistant Instructor in the Phoenix Martial Arts association. Masen also actively trains in Catch Wrestling. He currently teaches in Higganum Connecticut.
Testimonials
"Sifu Nate is a true seeker of knowledge, a superb representative of Serrada Esrima and an phenomenal martial artist. Anyone looking for a quality Martial Artist with incredible skills and great humility should seek him out!".
- Renshi Anthony DiSarro
Senior Instructor in Kosho Kenpo and Serrada Escrima under Hanshi Bruce Juchnik.
“if any of you live in or around Connecticut be sure to pay a visit to Sifu Nate, his martial arts ability and knowledge is second to none!"
– Mike Dwyer
Self Defense Consultant at GKR Karate
"Nate is with out a doubt one of the best martial artists around. He is a true hidden gem with world class talent"
- Guro George Chaber
JKD / Kali / Silat Instructor under Sifu Dan Inosanto and owner of Bethel Academy of Martial Arts
“Sifu Nate is a very talented Instructor with a tremendous amount of knowledge."
– Sa Ba Nim Ron Ortla
4th degree Hapkido Black Belt and owner of The Martial Instinct
“Great opportunity to learn from an amazing instructor!”
– Sifu Dustin Santomenna
Phoenix Martial Arts of Massachusetts /
BJJ Black Belt
“Sifu Nate is a hard working and uber talented martial artist!”
– Sifu Raffi Derdarian
JKD / Kali Instructor and owner of
Derdarian Academy of Martial Arts
“Sifu Nate is a phenomenal martial artists with a wealth of knowledge!"
– Guro Carlos Castro
JKD / Kali / Silat Instructor under
Sifu Dan Inosanto.
" Everyone had a great time at the seminar. Much respect to your knowledge!"
– Professor Travis Passaro
BJJ Black Belt and Owner of
Radius Martial Arts
"If anyone lives out in Connecticut you should seek out Sifu Nate out. Getting to train and know someone like him is definitely
a privilege."
- Chuck Leverone
5th degree Nick Cerio Kenpo Karate and Owner of Evolving Martial Arts
“Sifu Nate is an excellent Teacher and a lot of fun to train with!"
– Tony Dellechiaie
3rd degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and
Head Instructor at Britt's Tae Kwon Do
"One of the most knowledgeable Martial Artists I ever met. He knows so much of so many different styles and more importantly can demonstrate them. "
- Sifu Greg Pichardo
Phoenix Martial Arts Head Instructor
“I am so very proud of the work your doing and cant wait to be instructed by one of the premier guro’s in the Filipino arts have to offer.
– Sa Ba Nim Myron Levy
3rd degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and owner of Elite Tae Kwon Do
“Thanks again Sifu, it was an outstanding experience and you definitely know your material. Your skills are exceptional!”
– Master Patrick Cassidy
4th degree black belt in the Jo-Ryu-Jujitsu system and owner of Westover School of Self Defense
“Sifu Nate is an amazing Martial Artists and Teacher!"
– David North-Martino
Free lance writer / author and Black Belt
“Sifu Nate is a fine instructor with attention to detail, articulation and body mechanics. He can move and explain the how and why of it”
– Tuhon Jack Latorre
Pekiti Tersia Kali Tuhon /
Head Instructor at PTI Academy
"GO! Great people and great work out....the execution discipline is right on the money."
- Mark Vincent McKenney
Aikido Instructor
CONTACT US
860-306-0425 | natejkd@gmail.com
Enfield, Connecticut 06082
We are currently a private school. Enrollment is currently by invitee only, with interviews available only through referral.
Feel free to contact us for more information.