Meet the owner, your instrctor

Ryan James Clark, known to many as “Rysqo,” is a multifaceted martial artist and creator from Philadelphia whose journey spans more than 32 years of dedicated training, teaching, and personal evolution. Beginning his path at a young age, Ryan immersed himself in martial arts not only as a system of self-defense, but as a lifelong discipline of character development, balance, and personal mastery. His experience across disciplines—including Korean martial arts such as Tang Soo Do and Hapkido—has shaped him into a thoughtful instructor known for blending traditional principles with practical, real-world application.

Beyond the dojang, Ryan is a versatile talent. His professional life extends into creative and technical domains, including tattoo artistry, entrepreneurship, and content creation. This combination of physical, artistic, and interpersonal skill gives him a rare perspective: he understands discipline both as a physical practice and as a creative craft. Whether he is teaching self-defense, guiding students toward confidence, or building meaningful experiences through his businesses, Ryan is consistently driven by a desire to help people grow stronger, safer, and more self-aware.

Respected for his authenticity and down-to-earth approach, “Rysqo” embodies the balance between toughness and compassion that lies at the heart of martial arts. His mission is simple but powerful—to empower others through the skills, mindset, and confidence that shaped his own life.