Join us as we delve into the remarkable journey of Karen Eden Herdman, a multi-ethnic 7th degree Grandmaster of Tang Soo Do.
Karen is celebrated in the martial arts community for her inspirational writing. Her work has been featured in every major martial arts magazine worldwide, and she has graced the covers of six.
A journalist by profession, Karen has worked for NBC and FOX affiliates, with live broadcasts on CNN and reporting for FOX National and Animal Planet.
She is the author of four books and contributes two karate columns each month to MASuccess Magazine and Tae Kwon Do Times. Her poem “I Am a Martial Artist” inspired an entire product line that has achieved global success.
Karen has also appeared in major Hollywood productions, performing stunts in “Sudden Death” with Van Damme and playing a feature role in “Sworn to Justice” alongside Cynthia Rothrock.
In 2000, she partnered with the Salvation Army to establish the largest inner-city martial arts program in the world. She is currently working on expanding this program to Native American reservations, providing training opportunities for youth.
Karen serves as a Warrant Officer in the State Guard and is also a seminary graduate and ordained chaplain.
Please enjoy her story!
The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Tae Kwon Do: Eden, Karen: 9780028623894: Amazon.com: Books
I Am A Martial Artist: Master Karen Eden: 9780978637712: Amazon.com: Books
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