Shihan
Shihan
Floyd Baptiste
Shihan Floyd Baptiste holds the distinguished rank of a 7th Degree Purple Dragon Black Belt. He is not only an ACE-certified personal trainer but also holds certification in CPR. With an impressive track record of over 30 years as a martial arts instructor and over 35 years of practising the Don Jitsu Ryu System, Shihan Floyd is a seasoned martial artist.
Shihan Floyd’s teaching style is dynamic, and his humble personality creates an engaging learning environment. His dedication to martial arts began in Trinidad under the guidance of Professor Anthony Thompson. He eagerly seized every opportunity to train and learn directly from Grand Master Professor Jacob, the founder of Purple Dragon.
On March 27th, 2016, Shihan Floyd received the esteemed promotion to the rank of Shihan. He proudly serves as the Head Instructor at the Purple Dragon Cayman Islands dojo and is a respected figure in the community. He is widely recognized for his contributions to the Police Service, particularly after Hurricane Ivan, and his numerous self-defence workshops in collaboration with organizations such as the Family Resource Centre, Crisis Centre, and the Cayman Islands National Airline, Cayman Airways. Through these efforts, he continues to share the knowledge of Don Jitsu with the people of the Cayman Islands. Shihan Floyd Baptiste is truly a dedicated Purple Dragon Warrior.
Other Instructors
Professor Don Jacob (H.B.Mg)
Professor has taught and demonstrated with great success in countries such as England, Canada, USA, Hawaii, Japan, Australia, Africa, Nepal, India, China, and throughout the Caribbean, to name a few.
Geddes Hislop
His martial arts journey in 1985 at the Purple Dragon World Headquarters. Initially in search of an Aikido program, he couldn't help but be captivated by the allure of Don Jitsu Ryu, particularly its fascinating weapons aspect.
Sherika McTavish
Ms. McTavish has a remarkable ability to connect with children and is proudly certified in CPR, ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants. If you're looking to embark on a journey to achieve the best shape of your life, her class is the ideal choice.
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"excited to learn something new with each class"
Purple dragon has had a huge impact on our kids' focus, discipline, and self confidence. Our kids are not only learning the sport they love but they are also building a good character. They are excited to learn something new with each class and have fun doing it! The staff at Purple Dragon genuinely care for our kids' growth and encourage them to reach their highest potential. This, coupled with their disciplined approach, provides the right balance and environment for them to succeed.
Carter & Claire Downing
Student
"kids learn to be respectful and strong"
I great place for the entire family! The kids learn to be respectful and strong. My experience was that this was one big happy family, had my son and I lived on Cayman Island we would've loved to be a part of it ❤
Debbie Engedal
Parent
"Morals and Self-Respect"
This is the place to build a foundation for our future generations, through Self Defence, Discipline, Teaching of Morals and Self-Respect.
Lance Jefferson
Parent
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