Jeff Bennie

In December 2013, Dr. Jeff Bennie passed his black belt test. Dr. Bennie is an anesthesiologist who practices in the Nashville area. He also travels extensively establishing clinics in remote parts of the world such as Africa and South America.

He is very dedicated to his family and the martial arts, attending various seminars and training camps during the year. Sensei has attended multiple IKSA National Training Seminars, and will be teaching a class at the 2026 NTS. On Sept 30, 2023 Sensei Bennie was promoted to 5th Dan and given the title "Master". Sensei teaches adult and children’s classes at the AKA. He is a member of the IKSA NTS preparation committee.