Five-time World Champion Martial Artist Keith Cooke Hirabayashi is the guiding light behind Champions Martial Arts. He brings over 20 years of dedication and experience to the school.

For years, Hirabayashi was considered the man to beat on the national and international martial arts tournament scene. He was named Weapons Competitor of the Decade, thanks to his expertise with the staff, the broadsword, and the three-sectional staff. He is a member of The Black Belt Hall of Fame, The Inside Kung-Fu Hall of Fame, and The Fighter Hall of Fame. In addition, he's been listed among the 100 Most Influential Martial Artists of the Last Century by Black Belt magazine.

Not only an extremely accomplished martial artist, his impressive list of achievements includes star turns in such films as " Mortal Kombat", "Mortal Kombat II", "Beverly Hills Ninja," and "National Security".

Known and loved by children all over the Westside as Mr. Cooke, Hirabayashi brings a high level focus on character development to his teaching at Champions Martial Arts. Students he has mentored have gone on to excel in martial arts competitions of their own, as well as many other aspects of their lives.