Susan Franke

My professional fitness journey began 20 years ago when I started teaching cardio kickboxing at AmeriKick Karate Studio in my hometown, Haddon Heights, NJ. I quickly fell in love with the class format and enjoyed the fast paced and rewarding workout. The owner had an opening and asked me whether I would like to teach the class, I jumped at the chance. I was able to bring high energy and motivation to my classes in a fun and fast paced format. I knew right away this was my passion and it would not be just another passing fad. I earned certifications from leading fitness organizations as well as the AmeriKick organization's internal instructor training.

To take advantage of all that was to offer at the Martial Arts school, I also started to learn karate which ensured that I had the proper kicking and punching technique as well as made me stronger, more focused, and able to defend myself. Achieving my black belt in Kenpo Karate, was just the next step in my journey and the lifestyle change was real.

Soon after, I was able to purchase the entire karate and kickboxing studio from the head Sensei. Fast forward... I am now a master level, 5th degree black belt, head instructor and owner of AmeriKick Haddon Heights in my hometown. We have over 100 active karate and kickboxing students and I am proud to be able to influence the lives of so many others. I have never lost my love for kickboxing as I still lead these classes on average, 3 days per week. I now employ additional kickboxing instructors and hold them to a high standard to ensure that our programs are the best classes in the area.

Over the years, my aspirations have led me to branch out into many areas of fitness. I take yoga daily, workout constantly and focus on a healthy diet. My husband and 2 daughters have also taken this fitness journey with me and, as their head Sensei, I have trained them earn their black belts as well. They have always been supportive of my goals and ambitions, and we encourage each other daily to live healthier, be happier and grow stronger.

Professional Experience:

Owner, Head Instructor - AmeriKick Karate Haddon Heights - https://amerikickhaddonheights.com

Owner: Entrepreneur, Small business owner. 5 employees.

Master Sensei: Over 80+ children and adult students of Kenpo Karate. Group and private lessons.

Kickboxing Instructor: 20+ regular kickboxing students in a fast-paced cardio kickboxing class.

Self Defense Instructor:

Offer self-defense classes for local community organizations.

Certificates and Accreditations:

list all fitness certs, courses, etc.

Black Belt 5th deg

AFFA

Kickboxing