Rocky Mountain Karate Association

We're here for everyone who's interested in competent, practical Martial Arts training for self-defense, competition, health, and peace of mind.

About Mr. Hilsabeck -

Has trained consistently for over 40 years
Is a US Veteran
Has studied TaeKwonDo, Hapkido, Shotokan, Shorin-ryu, Wing-Chun, Judo, Western Boxing, Muay-Thai, and Okinawan Kobudo
Nationally rated forms and fighting competitor on U.S. Open Tournament Circuit, 1974-1980
Middleweight and Light-heavyweight division fighter on Professional Karate Association (PKA) Kickboxing Circuit, 1976-1981
Member of the undefeated five man Black Belt tournament fighting team “Rocky Mountain Bandits”, 1986-1990
Three time Colorado Karate Association Open Tournament Champion (1997, 1998, & 1999)
International level Arbitrator for National Blackbelt League (NBL), 1994-1999
A-rated Judge for International Sport Karate Association (ISKA) Kickboxing and Mixed Martial Arts competition
Licensed Judge for Colorado State Boxing Commission; Kickboxing and Mixed Martial Arts Competition
Licensed Coach and Judge for U.S. Amateur Boxing Association
ISKA 5-State Regional “Top Instructor”, 1989 & 1990
Has produced over 100 State Martial Arts Tournament Champions, four National Champions, and one 4 time NBL World Champion
Trained the 1988 & 1989 ISKA Regional Middleweight, Light-heavyweight and Heavyweight Kickboxing Champions
Trained the 1989 ISKA U.S. National Heavyweight Kickboxing Champion
Former Coach and member of the Board of Directors for the Denver, CO based Street-Smart and Street-Beat anti-gang/alternative activities programs
Colorado State Director, U.S. Police Defensive Tactics Association, 1990-1992
Inducted to U.S. Sport Karate Living Legends Alumni Association, Sept. 2002
Founder & Director, Kid’s and Adult’s “S.A.F.E.” Programs
Owner & Technical Director, Rocky Mountain Karate Assn., 1986-present