American Tactical Goju

American Tactical Goju was created by Soke Joe Hess. The system was originally called the Joe Hess Self-Defense Systems. Soke's background includes USA Goju, Northern System Eagle Gungfu, Shorin Ryu Okinawan-Te, Judo, Kendo, Jiu-Jitsu, Aikijitsu, Aikido, and Iaido. He is also a master of many weapons. Our system is a blend of his 60 years of experience. It is designed for the serious martial artist looking for real world training.

Soke Hess the author of several books including Night Stick, Nunchaku In Action, and First Move.

Soke Joe Hess - 10th Dan Founder of American Tactical Goju				Soke Bob Ostovich - 10th Dan American Tactical Goju Head of System

Soke Bob Ostovich has been a dedicated student of Soke Hess since the 1970's. He is a well known and respected martial artist, kickboxer and trainer. The book, "A Young Athletes Guide To Kick Boxing Questions And Answers", was written and published by him 1986. Soke Ostovich continues to train and teach in Melbourne / Palm Bay, FL area.

Students of Soke Hess and Soke Bob Ostovich continue the training methods of Goju and real world self-defense. You may not find them in social media or even on the internet but there are many dedicated and hardworking instructors and students within the system!