Our Instructors

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Master Christopher Vedda (6th Dan)

Martial Arts and fitness training have been a life-long journey and passion for Mr. Vedda.  His journey began with  a fitness-focused upbringing and a strong commitment to Martial Arts training as a young boy.  Later, working as an instructor for Master Dewey Sutton, he began seeking an education in the healing arts and achieved a degree of Kinesiology from Texas Christian University.  His goal was to better understand the bio-mechanics and physiology behind these things for which he had such great passion in order to improve the quality of his art and instruction.  Mr. Vedda now holds a Rokudan (6th Degree) under Master Sutton and Grand Master J. Pat Burleson and a Sandan (3rd Degree) under Master John Atkinson and Grandmaster Army Rizzo.  His training has continued to expand into disciplines such as Modern Arnis, GoJoShori, Jiu-Jitsu, Aikido, Boxing and many more.

Mr. Richard Allen (4th Dan)

Mr. Allen began his martial arts training at TKO Karate under Master Dewey Sutton at the age of 11. Later earning his Black Belt and becoming a lead instructor, teaching for four years. Duriung that time he eared two 1st Place titles at the AOK State Championship for Team Kata and Self Defense with Mr. Cody Stephens. Mr. Allen finds simplicity and depth in his favorite martial arts subjects; Katas and Bo Staff forms, as he is very particular regarding details. Mr. Allen expanded his knowledge further working for the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office From 2012 to 2021, which has given hima unique prosepective that he now brings to Trinity MAFA. He hold a Yodan (4th Degree Black Belt) under Master Sutton and continues to train with us here, furthering his passion to learn, teach, and mentor.

Mr. Jeremy Carrier (3rd Dan)

Mr. Carrier began his American Karate training in 2010, joining his son who had been training for several years prior.  The desire to simply share this activity with his son quickly turned into a passion that has driven him forward since.  Mr. Carrier cites his American Karate training as a major contributor to both mental and physical health and improved quality of life.  While training under Master Dewey Sutton, Mr. Carrier found a particular interest in "power breaking" wood and concrete with hand and elbow techniques.  Since early 2014, Mr. Carrier has served as an assistant instructor with Trinity Martial Arts and recently was promoted to full instructor status following earning his Sandan (3rd Degree).  In addition to American Karate, Mr. Carrier has trained in both Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. 

Mr. Gabriel Vedda (2nd Dan)

Mr. Vedda has been training in martial arts since 2013. He earned the rank of Shodan (1st Degree) in July of 2021 and the rank of Nidan (2nd Degree) in July of 2023. He has continued to expand his knowledge cross training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In the summer of 2022, Mr. Vedda traveled to Vegas for the MAIA Super show and was able to train with martial arts legends like Bill Superfoot Wallace, Lyoto "The Dragon" Machida and Carlos Machado. Mr. Vedda played competative Soccer and Football in school, but how now shifted his focus to his true passion of martial arts. As he finishes his Senior Year, he plans to pursue a Degree in Criminal Justice and a career in either Military Special Forces or Law Enforcement.  He is a great leader and example for our students, Mr. Vedda personifies our Black Belt Principles.

Our Lineage

The American Taekwondo System was brought to the United States by Grandmaster Jhoon Rhee, the "Father Of American TaeKwonDo", in the 1950s.  Master trained under Master Dewey Sutton. Master Sutton started training in American Karate in 1976 under the Grand Master J. Pat Burleson system.  Master Sutton earned the rank of 8th Degree Black Belt in August of 2009.  Our system has been passed down and refined over the years to become what it is today.  We constantly re-evaluate our training so we always remain relevant in today's society and provide the best physical and mental training for our students.

Our Lineage

  • Grand Master Jhonn Ree - 10th Degree

  • Grand Master Allen Steen - 10th Degree

  • Grand Master J. Pat Burleson - 10th Degree

  • Master Dewey Sutton - 8th Degree

  • Master Christopher Vedda - 6th Degree

  • Mr. Richard Allen - 4th Degree

  • Mr. Jeremy Carrier - 3rd Degree

  • Mr. Gabriel Vedda - 1st Degree

Our Massage Therapists

Mr. Christopher Vedda BS, LMT, LMTI (MT#122861)

Christopher graduated from TCU with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Kinesiology with a focus in Health and Wellness in 2005. After 10 years managing gyms and providing personal training, he transitioned to managing multidisciplinary medical offices. Christopher continued his education in massage therapy, working with clients providing sports therapy.  He achieved his Massage Therapy Instructor License (LMTI) and was asked to return as an instructor in the Tarrant County College Massage Therapy program. He taught Anatomy & Physiology, Kinesiology and Hands on Massage for Six years. Although Christopher is very good at Swedish and relaxation massage, he specializes in Therapeutic Kinesiology and Corrective care. He works with several Chiropractors and Physical Therapists to take a multidisciplinary approach to wellness. Click Here to Schedule

Ms. Shirley Reiter LMT (MT#131508)

Shirley’s passion for helping others and her interest in natural wellness brought her to study massage therapy at Tarrant County College.  In 2017 she became a licensed massage therapist.  Since her graduation Shirley has continued her education thru national seminars for continuing education and apprenticeships. Her 5 years of training in Crossfit and her experience as a mother of 2 kids led Shirley to specialize in Therapeutic Kinesiology, Swedish & Sports Massage.  Shirley’s favorite part of the work she does is being able to work on clients from their 20s, dealing with sports injuries, to clients in their 90s in post op or experiencing chronic headaches or pain. Click Here to Schedule

Our Personal Trainers

Ms. Tracy Miller

Tracy is a graduate of Davenport University with a Bachelors Degree in Marketing. Her fitness journey began at an early age, being a multi-sport athlete in High school and then a collegiate athlete, playing softball. After having three children, she took a special interest in female health and wellness and worked hard to become fit again after having her children. It was after having her twins, she decided to prepare to step on stage as a figure competitor in the NPC (National Physique Committee).It was shortly after she decided to make a career out of her passion for fitness and helping others and completed her certification with NESTA (National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association). PTA global (Personal Training Academy)and became a Spartan Certified Coach. Click Here to Schedule


Mr. Christopher Vedda BS, LMT, LMTI (MT#122861)

Christopher graduated from TCU with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Kinesiology with a focus in Health and Wellness in 2005. After 10 years managing gyms and providing personal training, he transitioned to managing multidisciplinary medical offices. Christopher continued his education in massage therapy, working with clients providing sports therapy.  He achieved his Massage Therapy Instructor License (LMTI) and was asked to return as an instructor in the Tarrant County College Massage Therapy program. He taught Anatomy & Physiology, Kinesiology and Hands on Massage for Six years. Although Christopher is very good at Swedish and relaxation massage, he specializes in Therapeutic Kinesiology and Corrective care. He works with several Chiropractors and Physical Therapists to take a multidisciplinary approach to wellness. Click Here to Schedule