Meet our CCMA Instructors
GM Robert Leamon
Grandmaster - Owner & Founder of CCMA
Sensei Robert Leamon currently holds a Grandmaster level in CCMA. Sensei started his martial arts journey at the age of 14 under the initial training of Sensei Phillip and then he transitioned to United Karate Studios under the direction of Ben Kiker. Sensei Robert also holds a 2nd DAN in Filippino style martial arts under the instruction of Sensei Felix. Sensei Robert has competed in several full-contact kickboxing events and competed on Team USA/IAKSA. One highlight of his martial arts career was competing with Team USA in the IAKSA Kickboxing World Championships held in Birmingham, England. Sensei Robert has competed in numerous local and non-local martial arts events. One of his goals has always been to encourage his students to excel to the best of their ability. This encouragement is not only in martial arts training, but also with "life" issues. Sensei Robert's CREED is: "I will not do anything to disrespect or dishonor my Sensei. I will not do anything to disrespect or dishonor my Dojo. I will walk with the fore knowledge that Christ is my strength and I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me (Philippians 4:13). I will not do anything to disrespect or dishonor myself (Proverbs 3:5-6).My intent is to focus on instructing and also to lead with a Godly attitude in a Godly atmosphere." Sensei Robert is married to Sensei Lisa. One of his greatest accomplishments is his six children, 19 grandchildren and 1 great-grand! Sensei Robert stays very active in his church, Emmaus Baptist. In their spare time, the Leamons enjoy riding their motorcycle and hanging out with the kids and grands!
Sensei Lisa Leamon
5th DAN
Co-Owner/ Co-Founder CCMA
Sensei Lisa currently holds a 5th DAN in CCMA under the direct training and leadership of Sensei Robert Leamon. Sensei Lisa's initial martial arts training was achieved through United Karate Studios under Robert Leamon, Mitzi Jeter, and Ben Kiker. Sensei Lisa's background in martial arts training involves Katas and Bo Staff Katas. She too has competed in numerous martial arts tournaments and has won "Grand Champion" in a tournament as a Black Belt and 5th Blue Belt Rank . She has received "most points" in the NASKA ratings and "most dedicated" student award during her martial arts career. Sensei Lisa works as Registered Nurse in Obstetrics and has been at the same hospital for more than 40 years. Sensei Lisa is married to Sensei Robert and is the Co-Founder of CCMA. The Leamons have 6 children and a 19 grandchildren and love spending quality time together riding their motorcycle and just enjoying life! Both are very active in their home church Emmaus Baptist in South Dalton, GA.
Sensei Elizabeth Doss
4th DAN
Lead Instructor Chatsworth Dojo
Sensei Elizabeth Doss is the Lead Instructor of the Chatsworth Dojo. She currently holds a 4th DAN CCMA Black Belt under the direct leadership and training of GM Robert Leamon. Elizabeth started her martial arts journey with Jessie Thornton of United Karate Studios in Ringgold. She took a break from training for several years, then when she decided to begin that journey again God led her to CCMA.
Sensei Elizabeth and her husband Stephen have 3 grown sons, one granddaughter who also trains at CCMA and 2 grandsons, one of whom lives with Father God. In her spare time, Elizabeth is an educator and owns "Doss Tutoring". She and Stephen love to spend quality time together enjoying nature and when opportunity permits you might catch her on the back of Stephen's motorcycle riding like the wind.
Sensei Sara Johnson
4th DAN
Little Warrior Instructor - Rocky Face Dojo
Sensei Sara Johnson currently holds a CCMA 4th DAN Black Belt. Sara is one of our most versatile instructors who jumps in to lead adult and Little Warrior classes wherever the need is. Sara is very competitive and holds several trophies in underbelt and BB rank. Sara and her husband Dwayne reside in Ringgold and have 4 children who are also CCMA Black Belts. Sara is very active in her church Whitfield Baptist. She loves gardening and farming. Sara leads our Little Warrior Classes in the Dalton Dojo. She is a great asset to CCMA and we love having her on board!
Sensei Alton Cordova
2nd DAN
Alton began his training at CCMA with his entire family under the instruction of GM Robert Leamon. Alton started his martial arts journey as a 'no belt' with CCMA and now proudly wears a CCMA 2nd DAN Black Belt. He and his wife Sensei Kimberly, also a CCMA Black Belt teach the Saturday morning class in Rocky Face. They have 5 children who are students at CCMA!
Sensei Kimberly Cordova
2nd DAN
Kimberly Cordova is a 2nd DAN Black Belt. She began training at CCMA in March of 2016, just 6 weeks after giving birth to her youngest child. She enjoys teaching and serving the Lord in and outside of the dojo.
Sensei Tammy Bennett
2nd DAN
Little Warrior Instructor - Chatsworth Dojo
Sensei Tammy Bennett began her training with CCMA and now holds a 2nd DAN Black Belt. Tammy and her husband Mark live in Chatsworth with their two children who also train at CCMA.
Coach Anthony McCalley
Coach/Instructor
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Coach Anthony McCalley is the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructor in the Rocky face Ga gym.Coach Anthony has been training for 4 years and is a 1 stripe Purple belt. He has recently joined with Professor Juan Guevara of Juanaconda Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. They both believe in using useful and effective technique for ground self defense. Coach Anthony has received all of his ranking under Professor Juan. He brings his training from professor Juan's gym to the Rocky Face gym. Anthony also trains as an underbelt in the traditional karate/TKD classes at CCMA. His wifes name is Sara, who also trains in BJJ and helps coach the children.
Professor Juan Guevara
4th Degree Black Belt
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Professor Juan V. Guevara, a former professional Mixed Martial Arts fighter and combat sports veteran, has been training and teaching Gracie/Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for over 20 years. He is the founder of Juanaconda BJJ, which was established in 2008. He’s also the co-founder of Compound Fitness, where he is proud to be able to spread the “gentle” art, which he loves and continues to be passionate about.
Coach Jason Hunter
Coach/Instructor
Cardio-Kickboxing
Jason Hunter is the lead Instructor in our Cardio-Kickboxing class, he is also a 2 stripe blue belt in BJJ. Jason and his wife Stephanie reside in Chatsworth with their two children.