Master Craig Clinton

began his martial arts studies in 1968 studying Karate in Fort Campbell, Kentucky. His martial arts training continued in Vietnam where he studied Song Moo Kwan under Master Ye'Chong Ho and Captian Lee from the Korean R.O.K. He earned the rank of red belt while in Vietnam from Phan Van Duk of the S.V.M.

Master Clinton returned to the United States in 1971 and began training at Koroshi School of Defense in Painesville, Ohio under the late Master Tom Benich and Master Melvin Russell. Craig received his 1st degree black belt from Masters Benich and Russell in 1973.

In 1976 Craig began studying Tai Chi under Masters Pan Lee and Hu We Yu in Chicago. Upon moving to Arizona in 1982, Craig studied the art of Kuk Sool under Moo Chang. For three more years (1982-1985) Master Craig Clinton trained under Master Chaun Sup Chong in Ohio and Korea. Craig earned his Master Instructor license and the rank of 6th Dan in Ji Do Kwan from Master Chong.

Master Craig Clinton returned to Painesville, Ohio and opened his own Koroshi school. Craig instructs students in Tae Kwon Do, Tai Chi, personal training, and other fitness programs. Craig developed a cardio program called Koroshi Kick Fit as well as a toning and strengthening class called Medicine Ball.

Craig Clinton teaches Tai Kwon Do under the Koroshi School of Defense name which carries with it a symbol of quality, excellence, and integrity in martial arts. Master Clinton continues to pass the traditions and excellence of martial arts to students through branch schools. Craig also teaches personal training, personal defense, and his unique fitness programs in multiple locations throughout Northeast Ohio.