Master John Burdyck - Martial Arts World Champion

Learn the craft of Martial Arts from former World Champion and Hall of Famer Master John Burdyck

Practicing martial arts is one of the most beneficial things you can do for your growth.

There are many benefits of learning martial arts:

Most martial arts are high-intensity workouts, meaning you burn a lot of calories quickly. Burning calories means rapid weight loss and loss of excess fatty tissue.

Every form of high-intensity (HIIT) workout improves cardiovascular health. As the effort level Your blood vessels expand, and circulation improves, leading to much better cardiovascular health. Only 16 weeks of martial arts training drastically reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Martial Arts improves balance, flexibility agility and reflexes while offering stress relief, confidence improving your mental health and focus.

I offer private and semi-private lessons in karate, boxing, & kickboxing – the disciplines that have shaped my life. Clients can choose to come to me, or I’ll bring the training directly to you.

For further information about lessons, email masterjohnburdyck13@gmail.com or call 443-299-2047.

1972: John began Training

1975: First Black Belt Every three years earned 2nd, 3rd and 4th degree blackbelts.

1976: Began Kickboxing and won first World Kickboxing Championship for Super Lightweight category

1977: Opens John Burdyck's Karate, Boxing & Kickboxing School.

1982: Hired to work at Hartford Community College teaching karate. John was only one of two teachers accredited nationally.

During this time, began first karate tournament. (Maryland Open) Also Starting Battle of Baltimore Tournament

1983-88: Taught Boxing, Kickboxing, and Karate and continued to do exhibitions.

1987: Received Proclamation from Hartford County for giving out over $20,000 in scholarship awards.

1988: Inducted into Professional/Amateur Hall Of Fame

1990: Became Master John Burdyck (5th Degree Black Belt)

1995: Achieved 6th Degree Black Belt

2001: Hall of Fame & Spirit Award presented by Martial Arts Magazine (Lifetime Achievement in the Martial Arts)

1992: Achieved 7th Degree Black Belt. Eighth, ninth and tenth to come!

2009: World Karate Union Hall of Fame

2022: John hosts last tournament (35th Battle of Baltimore). Receives Shehan Mark's Lifetime Achievement Award for serving over 50 years in the industry.