11/13/2024
Liberty Haganah Center is proud to celebrate the promotion of Barry Patterson and Jason Reiser to the rank of First Degree Instructor Black Belt in the HaganaH fighting system. Years of hard work paid off with a grueling test of endurance, perseverance, determination, grit, passion, and technical capability.
Instructors Patterson and Reiser demonstrated their thorough knowledge of the fundamental techniques that make up the system under less than ideal conditions. The testing highlighted their ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments. They showed that they have what it takes to be part of group that is small in numbers; but big in heart, tenacity, abilities, and contributions to society.
I am grateful for the leadership of LHC’s instructor cadre and students who helped administer the test. Many, along with family and friends, supported their fellow teammates with encouragement, training assistance, snacks, and their time/presence.
I would also like to thank Master Instructor and Black Belt Edward Du Plessis and Black Belt Instructor Jason of Hudson Valley HaganaH - the Northeast HQ of the HaganaH System.
We also recognize the award of First Degree Instructor Black Belt to Pat Hooper who already received his student black belt. Hoop has been an integral member of LHC’s leadership and instructor team. Pat was promoted by HaganaH founder Mike Lee Kanarek in October, and we were able to formally present him with his belt after Barry and Jason’s test.
Join us in welcoming Liberty HaganaH Center’s latest additions to the Black Belt and well earned Leadership Cadre...Barry Paterson and Jason Reiser!
ASCENSION
EARNED. NEVER GIVEN.
Victor Castro
President and Chief Instructor
Liberty HaganaH Center / Liberty Training Services
Black Belt - Fourth Degree (Master Degree) HaganaH
Black Belt - First Degree HaganaH Blade Artist
International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA) Member
NRA Law Enforcement/Military-Firearms Instructor (Handgun, Patrol Rifle, Shotgun)