Cephas Karate-Jujitsu Elite™
Instructor Info
Our Instructors have been hand-picked because of their specialized skill sets in multiple areas. They will not only educate you in self-defense, but they will teach in a way that makes it easy to process the information and you will have fun while learning the curriculum.
Professor
Soke Will Cephas II
Bio
As the founder of Cephas Karate Jujitsu Elite since 2000, the goal has remained the same: to produce high-quality Black Belts that understand both the practical and tactical application of techniques and pride themselves on being competitors/educators.
Credentials
Cephas Karate-Jujitsu Elite (10th Dan, Red Belt)
Cephas Karate Jujitsu (10th Dan, Red Belt)
Chikara Puma (8th Dan)
American Shorinji-Te (6th Dan)
American Aiki-Te (6th Dan)
Ascension Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (4th Dan)
Wado Ryu Karate (3rd Dan )
Awards and Achievements
2020 Founded Ascension Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
2018 CKJ Professor’s Award
2013 MMA Coach and trainer for Jerell Cephas (California Amateur Mixed Martial Arts Light Heavy Weight Champion)
2012 California Amateur Mixed Martial Arts Organization (CAMO) Corner Coach License
2007 Cephas Karate Jujitsu Board Member (VP)
2003 Bushido Fitness (Studio Grand Opening)
2003 Master Hall of Fame (Silver Achievement Award)
2001 Master Hall of Fame (Pioneer Award)
2001 Co Star in Martial Arts Video (Showmanship Video)
2001 TV Show Karate Work Out (Time Warner)
2000 Founded Cephas Karate-Jujitsu Elite
1986 Co Founded Cephas Karate Jujitsu
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Professor
Grandmaster Willard Cephas Sr.
Bio
The Most Interesting Martial Artist in the World!
Credentials
Cephas Karate Jujitsu 10th
Chikara Puma 10th
Wado Ryu Karate 5th
Seishinkai Karate4th
Hakkoryu Jujitsu 4th
Taekwondo 3rd
Awards and Achievements
2006 Delaware Black Sports Men’s Hall of Fame
2005 Hawaii Martial Arts International Society
2004 Master Hall of Fame (Platinum Life Achievement Award)
2000 Master Hall of Fame (Grandmaster Award)
1996 City of Palm Springs Proclamation
1965 AAU Diving (3 meter and Platform)
1951-1955 Delaware State Champion (Trampoline)
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Sensei
Trajan Cephas
Bio
In July 2023 Trajan received his Black Belt and Sensei title. He quickly started teaching children, adults and Law Enforcement. Trajan is one of CKJ Elite’s head instructors and is available for private lessons and seminars. Trajan is the youngest son of Prof Soke Will Cephas II.
Credentials
2023 Cephas Karate Jujitsu (Black Belt)
2023 Ascension Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Blue Belt)
Awards and Achievements
2018 CKJ Elite (Black Belt Leadership Award)
2018 CKJ Elite (Best Randori Award)
2017 CKJ Elite 1st Place Jr. Black Belt Light weight division
2016 CKJ Elite 1st Place Light heavy weight division
2015 CKJ Elite 1st Place Light weight division
2015 CKJ Elite 1st Place Middle weight division
2013 CKJ Elite 1st Place Feather weight division
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Sensei
Kai
Bio
In August 2023 Kai received his Black Belt and Sensei title. Kai is one of CKJ Elite’s head children’s instructor and is the eldest son of Prof Soke Will Cephas II.
Credentials
2023 Cephas Karate Jujitsu (Black Belt)
2023 Ascension Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Blue Belt)
Awards and Achievements
2023 Chikara Puma (Honor Award)
2019 CKJ Elite 1st Place Jr. Black Belt Heavy weight division
2018 CKJ Elite 1st Place Jr. Black Belt Heavy weight division (Spring)
2018 CKJ Elite 1st Place Jr. Black Belt Light weight division (Fall)
2017 CKJ Elite 1st Place Jr. Black Belt Middle weight division
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Fitness/ Run Coach
Shelly Cephas
Bio
People often ask me why I run.
I run for the challenge and the mental clarity.
I run for the peace it brings me.
I run to hear my rhythmic breath and feel my racing heart.
I run for the strength and self-confidence that it brings.
I run for the health benefits and endurance.
I run for the love of it.
I run…
Now, what will you run for?
Credentials
- High School Asst Sprint Coach
- RRC Certified
- CKJ Elite Strength and Conditioning Coach
- Cross Country Coach
Achievements
- Ultra-Marathon Competitor
- Boston Marathon Qualifier 2021
- Personal Best Record 108 Miles 34hrs
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