Matthew Blake Shadden, born in Decatur Alabama. Matt became hooked to martial arts as a fan of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and Power Rangers. His parents signed him up at Brian Veal's Martial Arts. By the age of 13, he was a Black Belt and a national competitor in (NASKA). Between the ages of 14 and 20, Matt forged himself into being more than just a martial arts, he struck out on his own to study the movement's of gymnastics, ice skaters, and various of other sports and started to create his own brand of style. After reaching his goals in competition he set his eyes on something bigger, but 1st he wanted to do the one thing his mother asked him to do, go to college. After receiving his BA in Telecommunication and Film from the University of Alabama, he sold his two business and set off on a great journey. Show less «