Menkyo Kaiden Shihan Gil Adams, owner and primary instructor of the zanshin goshin dojo, has been studying and teaching martial arts for over 30 years. Mr. Adams holds a 8th degree rank in Hakko Denshin Ryu. He also holds black belt rank in 2 styles of karate, 5 different styles of jujutsu, and judo. The World Martial Arts Hall of Fame has also honored Mr. Adams with the lifetime achievement award.