Alexandra came to the mat through family, watching her father rediscover his passion for martial arts during her college years sparked something in her she hadn’t expected. What started as training alongside him quickly became a calling. Three years into her teaching career at Action Karate Newtown, Alexandra has turned that spark into a full-time commitment, bringing energy, warmth, and genuine investment to every class she leads. When she’s not on the mat, you’ll find her running, doing CrossFit, or baking something from scratch.
Alexandra specializes in early childhood martial arts development, with a particular gift for helping the youngest students: the Ninja Sharks (ages 3–6) experience their first big wins on the mat. What Alexandra brings to every student:
Celebrates every milestone
Adapts to every learner
Builds real physical confidence
Creates a safe space to try and fail
Teaching philosophy
Alexandra believes that teaching martial arts to young children is about far more than kicks and stances. It’s about showing a child what they’re made of. Her favorite moments happen in the split second after a student does something they didn’t think they could do. That look of surprise turning into pride? That’s what she shows up for every day.
She brings a high-energy, encouraging presence to the mat, but her approach is rooted in patience. With her youngest students especially, she understands that growth isn’t always linear. Some days a three-year-old just needs someone cheering them on from two feet away. Other days, they surprise everyone in the room. Alexandra’s job, as she sees it, is to make sure every student has more of those second kinds of days and that when they happen, somebody’s there to celebrate with them. Her motto says it all: pressure is a privilege, and she wants every child in her class to feel ready to handle theirs.
