Our Team
All of our classes and camps are led by our world-class black belt instructors, who are deeply dedicated in instilling respect, confidence and discipline in order to bring out the best in every student.
Meet the team
Duncan Lowry
Chief Instructor
Duncan Lowry is our skilled chief karate instructor with over ten years of experience. He holds third-degree black belt in American and a second-degree black belt in Kenpo Karate. He’s won top awards, including IKC and ASKL Grand Champion, and was ranked in the World Top Ten for five years. Duncan mixes traditional and modern teaching to help students build confidence, respect, and discipline. As a proud dad, he teaches with care and helps kids grow both in karate and in life.
Terrance Brown
After School Director
Terrence Brown is the After School Director at Patriot Karate, where he creates a safe, fun, and supportive space for kids to learn and grow. With 20 years of martial arts experience, he holds a second-degree black belt in American Karate, a black belt in Kenpo, and a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Terrence has also won many national Jiu-Jitsu tournaments. In addition to his martial arts achievements, he is a college student, balancing academics with his passion for teaching.
Weston McKissick
Head Instructor
Weston McKissick is our head instructor, he holds black belts in American Karate and Tae Kwon Do, and has also trained in boxing for many years. His mix of skills gives him a well-rounded approach to self-defense. In his classes, students learn both the techniques of karate and the strategies of boxing. Weston is passionate about teaching in a way that builds skill, confidence, and the ability to adapt in any situation.
Ryleigh Sirmans
Instructor
Ryleigh Sirmans is a passionate karate instructor and a black belt in American Karate. As a high school student, she balances school and training with dedication and focus. Ryleigh is especially passionate about empowering young girls, using her motto “girl power” to inspire confidence and strength in her students. Her energy, commitment, and love for martial arts make her a great role model both in and out of the Patriot Karate.
Billy Barge
Instructor
Billy Barge is a dedicated martial artist and instructor with over ten years of experience. He holds a 1st-degree black belt in American Karate and is known for his patient, encouraging teaching style. Billy is passionate about helping students grow, both in their martial arts skills and in life. He works hard to inspire others and teaches important values like discipline, respect, and perseverance.
