Coach Jose Fernandez- HTK Training Group Director

"Coach Jose"

Certified Firearms Instructor
Dedicated to promoting the safe and responsible use of firearms, Coach Jose emphasizes proper handling, shooting techniques, and situational awareness above all else, equipping students with the skills and confidence to manage firearms safely in any situation.

Range Safety Officer (NRA, USCCA)
As a certified Range Safety Officer, Coach Jose upholds strict safety standards at shooting ranges, ensuring a secure and controlled environment for training.

Available for hire as a Range Officer.

USCCA Training Counselor
As a certified Training Counselor for the United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA), Coach Jose mentors and certifies others in concealed carry and self-defense curricula. By shaping future educators, he empowers communities through preparedness and education. Together, We Save Lives.

HaganaH F.I.G.H.T. Instructor (20+ Years Experience)
Trained by world-renowned Israeli commando Mike Lee Kanarek, Coach Jose is one of the original certified HaganaH F.I.G.H.T. instructors. He brings decades of experience in close-quarters hand-to-hand combat, focusing on practical, real-world self-defense techniques that prepare students for high-stress situations.

Muay Thai Coach (15+ Years Experience)
With training under legends such as Ajarn Chai, Moti Horenstein, and other notable mentors, Coach Jose’s Muay Thai instruction emphasizes conditioning, technique, and mental resilience. This approach helps students develop both physical and psychological strength.

Instructor in Shin 2 Bone & Striking Militia (20+ Years Experience)
As a lifelong instructor under Mike Lee Kanarek’s “street fighting” methods, Coach Jose focuses on striking techniques and force-on-force applications for self-defense. Training includes practical skills for real-world encounters, tailored to meet students’ needs.

MLK Blade Arts "Black Belt" (20+ Years Experience) – Knife Survival
Holding a Black Belt in "Blade Arts," Coach Jose offers advanced knowledge in the use and defense of bladed weapons. This expertise integrates seamlessly with striking courses focusing on "knife boxing" and firearms training, providing a comprehensive approach to personal defense.

Ground Survival Specialist (15+ Years Experience)
Specialized training in ground survival equips students with essential skills for navigating and dominating ground-based confrontations. Instruction focuses on control, preparedness, and most importantly, adaptability in physical engagements.

Taekwondo Black Belt, 3rd Degree (20+ Years Experience)
Under Grandmaster Eui Hwang Chung

Teachers Without Borders: Bully Prevention Specialist (10+ Years Experience)
Certified in bully prevention, Coach Jose, also a husband, father, and former Marine, is dedicated to creating safe spaces for children. By combining fitness, self-defense training, and basic boxing with anti-bullying strategies, students develop both physical skills and psychological resilience.

Certified Women’s Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals Instructor

First Aid Stop the Bleed ***

Ongoing Professional Development
Includes, but is not limited to, personal and contracted training with local law enforcement, federal agencies, close protection contractors, as well as active and retired law enforcement and military personnel.

Personal Development and Mentorship
Actively training with coaches to prepare for competition in the Tactical Games and similar competitive shooting events. This pursuit sharpens technical proficiency and builds mental resilience in high-pressure scenarios.