Michele Lax, also known as “Mouse”, started in the Martial Arts when she was 8 years old. She earned her black belt in Tang Soo Do at 13 and later received black belts in Shorin Ryu, Tae Kwon Do and Wushu. By the time she was 18, she was traveling the world competing in Sport Karate. Known for her creativity, flair and straight up kicks in her musical katas, she was the 1st woman in the United States to compete with the Kama on a rope.  She won over 500 1st place trophies and 8 World Titles by the time she retired at age 23. After she graduated college, she started teaching Cardio Kick classes and personal training. She is a mom of 3, who encourages health and fitness in her home. You will often see her kids hanging out in the gym and helping out in class. She has been an athlete all of her life, so pushing you to your limits comes natural to her.