What We Are About

Warrior Crucible is exactly what the name says. Crucible can be defined as a situation of severe trial, or an environment which different elements interact, leading to the creation of something new. That something "new" is a new YOU--a more complete Warrior who has withstood the challenge of physical, mental, and spiritual pressure tests. It is often that we see the inner battle within someone, whether it be overaggressiveness or fear of conflict, surface on the mat. This program is uniquely designed for participants to partake in a journey in pursuit of wholeheartedness through the vehicle of self-defense.

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Instructor Lopez

Instructor Lopez is Founder and CEO of Warrior Crucible. Having nearly three decades of experience, Lopez has become a well- rounded fighter. He has achieved the ranking of 2nd Degree Black Belt under the M.A.S.T.E.R. System in Baltimore, MD and is a certified instructor under this program. He also was a certified instructor for MASADA Tactical in Severna Park, MD. He achieved a red patch within the Israeli Combat System hosted by MASADA Tactical. He has served as a Senior Pastor in White Marsh, MD for 8 years before moving his family to Kinard, FL.

Lopez has started Warrior Crucible with the mission of training the heart through the art. He believes everyone has a Warrior within them, we just need to draw it out. His vision for Warrior Crucible is for every participant, young and old, to unlock their hidden potential and forge a stronger version of themselves.

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