About Us

Sifu Karl Romain is a highly sought-after Certified Master Coach whose clients come from all walks of life, from business executives to pro-athletes, coaches, entrepreneurs, and couples seeking growth in their relationships. He excels at guiding clients through step-by-step plans and actions to help them define and achieve their goals. No stranger to adversity himself, Karl Romain overcame life-threatening injuries to become the World Martial Arts Champion and a Hall Of Fame Member.

Taking the knowledge gained from his experiences, Sifu Romain was inspired to create the “Champions for Life” and "Finding Balance" seminar series. These seminars are designed to encourage and motivate participants to live their dreams and win at life despite the adversity and challenges they may face. Through the inspiration of his own life’s journey, Sifu Romain has accomplished many goals including becoming a best-selling published author and speaker, as well as having made multiple television appearances on popular programs such as Oprah and The Dr. Oz Show, and regular radio appearances as a guest on various programs and as co-host of the RESET radio and digital show. Through his passion, he found his purpose, and is ready to help you find and live your dreams!

Martial Arts Accomplishments

• 1990 W.A.K.O. World Champion.
• Won Silver and Bronze Medals representing the United States in the WKA World Championship in Forms and Weapons Division, held in Kentucky in September 2000.
• Inducted into the United International Kung Fu Hall of Fame in 1996.
• Inducted into the World Christian Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 1998.
• Inducted into the World Sokeship Hall of Fame on September 23, 1995.
• Inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame
• Inducted into the Action Martial Arts Hall of Fame
• Rated 6th place overall nationally for weapons in the PKL, 1989.
• Rated 4th place overall nationally for forms and weapons NASKA, 1989
• Participated in the Champions for Charity program, which raised funds for children in need of organ transplants.
• Board Member for HealthCorps. (Non-Profit working to improve lives by educating and empowering teens)
• Retained by the New York Giants Football Organization to cross-train players during the off-season '99-2000.
• Has trained with, worked out with, and given private lessons to various professional athletes and celebrities, including Amani Toomer, Howard Cross, Michael Strahan, Tiki Barber, Greg Cornella, Emmanuel McDaniel, and Reggie Stevens from the New York Giants Football Team; John Francis Daley, star of the nationally syndicated TV series Freaks and Geeks and The Geena Davis Show; and Katie Koczynski from the U.S. Senior National Skeleton Team

        .•Coordinated numerous off-site fitness and leadership programs for various municipalities, schools, and major companies including Verizon Wireless, Montessori Schools, Bell Atlantic Mobile, Whole Foods and many others.

• Personally trains Felicia Gorham and Malcolm Huggins, the only two children to be inducted into the United International Kung Fu Hall of Fame.
• Business Man of the Year NRCC, 2005/2006

Personal Appearance and Speaking Engagement Highlights

• Has Appeared in 5 seasons of the Dr. Oz show as a re-occurring guest explaining the benefits of Tai Chi and Chi Gung. 
• Appearance on the Oprah Show with Dr. Oz promoting "You Staying Young Book."
• Appearances on Fox Television, including Good Day New York and Good Day New York Early Morning Edition.
• Featured on Fox National News.
• Demonstrations, interviews, and appearances for WPIX TV.
• Interviewed and appeared on MSG Cable Television Network.
• Special appearances and interviews for ABC, NBC, and CBS TV News. 
• Interviewed by WBLS radio in New York.
• Appearances on the Billy Taylor Show aired on WFAN Radio.
• Featured on 200 billboards and speaking engagements as part of the Governor’s “There’s No Excuse, Buckle Up” program.
• Featured in Bruce Caine’s book “Our Common Grounds.”
• Performed a demonstration for the International Federation of Body Building.
• Performed a demonstration for the Budweiser World of Wheels Exhibition.
• Performed in Pasqua del Budo Tour (13 cities in 12 days in Italy).
• Special guest speaker at a luncheon hosted by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles at the Waldorf Astoria, attended by executives from major insurance and automotive companies such as Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and others.
• Selected to promote the New York Senior Tennis Event featuring Jimmy Connors, John McEnroe, Mats Wilander, and Bjorn Borg, which aired on the MSG Network in June 2000.
• Scheduled to appear on the Now.com internet site, the world’s first fully converged television and internet broadcaster.
• Co-host of the "Reset Radio" show
• Host of the "Overcoming Obstacles" Podcast 
• Contributed to NY Times Best Seller By Dr. Oz and Dr. Roizen, "You Staying Young" book and video. 
• Published Best Selling Author: “Legendary Long fist,” “The Cross and the Warrior”, "Shaolin Athlete," and "Unbreakable" (an Amazon Bestseller).