Academy Founder
Meet Professor Alan Baker
Professor Alan Baker brings more than four decades of martial arts experience to his teaching.
His background spans grappling, striking, and self-defense, with training across multiple martial arts systems.
A Little About Professor Baker
Alan began training in 1981 and teaching professionally in 1990. His work includes martial arts instruction, self-defense education, and coaching.
He founded the Civilian Tactical Training Association in 2015 and has developed defensive tactics programs for executive protection professionals.
As AMAC’s founder, his teaching is part of the academy’s history and training foundation.
Training Background
Selected Martial Arts Credentials
- Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 4th Degree Black Belt under Master Pedro Sauer
- Combat Submission Wrestling Coach Level 5 under Erik Paulson
- Muay Thai Apprentice Instructor under Chai Sirisute
- Jeet Kune Do Instructor under Dan Inosanto; Full Instructor under Paul Vunak
- Filipino Martial Arts Instructor under Dan Inosanto and Tim Waid
- Wing Chun Senior Instructor Level 5 under Francis Fong
Explore Training with Professor Baker
Visit Alan’s website for information about his training programs, seminars, and private coaching.
Find Your Starting Point at AMAC.
Interested in classes at Atlanta Martial Arts Center? Contact Coach Iris to discuss your goals and arrange an introductory lesson.