Stefanie Shepard

Secretary of the New England Martial Arts Foundation

Godan - 5th Degree Black Belt

Began training: 2005

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Stefanie began training at Buzz Durkins Karate school in 2005. She is currently the rank of Godan. She attended storm classes in her early years of training.

She plays an active role in the facilitator’s group which assists at events such as Uechi-con, the tournament, and Kyu and black belt tests.

Stefanie graduated in 2013 from Keene State College with a degree in early childhood education and Spanish.

Outside of karate she enjoys spending time with her husband and son, being a beauty consultant with Mary Kay, and connecting with family and friends.