JULIO "MUTCH" USERA
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Julio "Mutch" Usera
Silver Life Member - United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF) ®
Silver Life Member - United States Martial Arts Federation (USMAF) TM
Member - US Ju-Jitsu Senior Masters Caucus
Member - USJJF National Technical / Promotion Committee
Member - USMAF National Technical / Promotion Committee
State Director - United States Taiho Jutsu for South Dakota
Hanshi Julio "Mutch" Usera has over 50 years experience in the Martial Arts.
Julio “Mutch” Usera has always been involved in a form of martial arts or boxing for over 53 years. His training in Jukite JuJitsu was influenced by his Sensei, Master Al Salazar, 9th Dan, Chief Instructor, during the early 70's. In 1978 Usera become the Chief Instructor of the Rapid City JuJitsu School. In 2008, Usera earned his 8th Dan in Jukite Ju-Jitsu from Hanshi Claude Woodson, 10th Dan, Jukite JuJitsu from St. Louis, MO.
In 1984 Usera also began training under Ken Penland, 10th Dan in Shorinji Ryu Jujitsu in 1984 until his death in 2006. Hanshi Penland Jujitsu system was instrumental in training combative skills for the Los Angeles Police Department. After the passing of Hanshi Penland, Usera continued his training in Shorinji Ryu Jujitsu, Bujin Ki Ryu Jujitsu and several other martial arts under Hanshi George Alexander, 10th Dan and Chairman of International Shorinji Ryu Jujitsu Federation, International Shorin Ryu Karate Kobudo Federation and Okinawa Hakutsuru Kenpo Karate Association.
In 2021, Usera received his 10th Dan and title of Hanshi in Shorinji Ryu Jujitsu under Hanshi George Alexander. He also trains in the art of Matsumura Shorin Ryu Karate, Kamagata Ryu Kenjutsu (Samurai Sword) and Okinawa Hakutsuru Kenpo Karate under George Alexander, Hanshi.
Usera is also engaged and recognized by national martial arts organizations:
Martial Arts Training & Achievements:
Usera and his wife Charlene, own and operate a Dojo at the Rushmore Mall, Rapid City. They have been in operation since then with over 100+ active students and 11 Black Belt instructors training under his leadership. Usera continues to instruct several Black Belt students that own and operate their own dojos. These Dojos are located in Belle Fourche, SD; Sioux Falls, SD, Minnetonka, MN and Park City, UT.
Usera has always been a promoter for the art of JuJitsu as well as other martial arts systems. He has promoted tournaments since 1975 which were opened to all styles and systems. Tournaments were used for students to their skills and create relationships with other clubs and martial artists. Today, tournaments are directed by his affiliated dojo in Sioux Falls. Usera has and continue to instruct JuJitsu and tactical defense to area Law Enforcement, business professionals and Women self-defense seminars. He is the founder of the Master's Series Martial Arts Camp. During his martial arts career, he has conducted seminars in JuJitsu at various clubs and summer training camps. Since 2008, Usera has been the Master Jujitsu instructor for the George Alexander’s ISKKF Summer Camp held in Palm Coast, FL.
Usera is a prominent business and community leader in Rapid City region and South Dakota. He retired from Black Hills Energy in 2021 after 48-1/2 years of service. His professional expertise in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications and Economic Development continues to volunteer and support organizations throughout South Dakota. He also graduated from Black Hills State University.
As a community leader, he serves on the following board and organizations:
Awards & Recognition:
Graduate:
Hanshi Julio "Mutch" Usera can be contacted at the following -
5624 Villaggio Lane
Rapid City, SD 57702
Email: [email protected]
Silver Life Member - United States Ju-Jitsu Federation (USJJF) ®
Silver Life Member - United States Martial Arts Federation (USMAF) TM
Member - US Ju-Jitsu Senior Masters Caucus
Member - USJJF National Technical / Promotion Committee
Member - USMAF National Technical / Promotion Committee
State Director - United States Taiho Jutsu for South Dakota
Hanshi Julio "Mutch" Usera has over 50 years experience in the Martial Arts.
Julio “Mutch” Usera has always been involved in a form of martial arts or boxing for over 53 years. His training in Jukite JuJitsu was influenced by his Sensei, Master Al Salazar, 9th Dan, Chief Instructor, during the early 70's. In 1978 Usera become the Chief Instructor of the Rapid City JuJitsu School. In 2008, Usera earned his 8th Dan in Jukite Ju-Jitsu from Hanshi Claude Woodson, 10th Dan, Jukite JuJitsu from St. Louis, MO.
In 1984 Usera also began training under Ken Penland, 10th Dan in Shorinji Ryu Jujitsu in 1984 until his death in 2006. Hanshi Penland Jujitsu system was instrumental in training combative skills for the Los Angeles Police Department. After the passing of Hanshi Penland, Usera continued his training in Shorinji Ryu Jujitsu, Bujin Ki Ryu Jujitsu and several other martial arts under Hanshi George Alexander, 10th Dan and Chairman of International Shorinji Ryu Jujitsu Federation, International Shorin Ryu Karate Kobudo Federation and Okinawa Hakutsuru Kenpo Karate Association.
In 2021, Usera received his 10th Dan and title of Hanshi in Shorinji Ryu Jujitsu under Hanshi George Alexander. He also trains in the art of Matsumura Shorin Ryu Karate, Kamagata Ryu Kenjutsu (Samurai Sword) and Okinawa Hakutsuru Kenpo Karate under George Alexander, Hanshi.
Usera is also engaged and recognized by national martial arts organizations:
- United States JuJitsu Federation, Life-Time Member, SD State Representative
- United States Martial Arts Federation, Life-Time Member, SD State Representative
- International Shorinji Ryu Jujitsu Federation, Life-Time member, SD State Director
- International Shorin Ryu Karate Kobudo Federation, SD State Representative
- Kamagata Ryu Kenjutsu Association, Member
- Okinawan Hakutsuru Kenpo Karate Association, Member
- American JuJitsu Association, Member
- American Federation of JuJitsu, Member
Martial Arts Training & Achievements:
- 10th Dan, Hanshi, Grand Master, Shorinji Ryu Jujitsu
- 10th Dan, Hanshi, Grand Master, Bujin Ki Ryu JuJitsu
- 9th Dan, Hanshi, United States Taiho Jutsu
- 8th Dan, Hanshi, Jukite JuJitsu
- 2nd Dan Okinawa Shorin Ryu Karate
- Kamagata Ryu Kenjutsu (Samurai sword)
- Okinawan Hakutsuru Kenpo Karate
Usera and his wife Charlene, own and operate a Dojo at the Rushmore Mall, Rapid City. They have been in operation since then with over 100+ active students and 11 Black Belt instructors training under his leadership. Usera continues to instruct several Black Belt students that own and operate their own dojos. These Dojos are located in Belle Fourche, SD; Sioux Falls, SD, Minnetonka, MN and Park City, UT.
Usera has always been a promoter for the art of JuJitsu as well as other martial arts systems. He has promoted tournaments since 1975 which were opened to all styles and systems. Tournaments were used for students to their skills and create relationships with other clubs and martial artists. Today, tournaments are directed by his affiliated dojo in Sioux Falls. Usera has and continue to instruct JuJitsu and tactical defense to area Law Enforcement, business professionals and Women self-defense seminars. He is the founder of the Master's Series Martial Arts Camp. During his martial arts career, he has conducted seminars in JuJitsu at various clubs and summer training camps. Since 2008, Usera has been the Master Jujitsu instructor for the George Alexander’s ISKKF Summer Camp held in Palm Coast, FL.
Usera is a prominent business and community leader in Rapid City region and South Dakota. He retired from Black Hills Energy in 2021 after 48-1/2 years of service. His professional expertise in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications and Economic Development continues to volunteer and support organizations throughout South Dakota. He also graduated from Black Hills State University.
As a community leader, he serves on the following board and organizations:
- Black Hills Military Advisory Coalition - Board Member
- Ellsworth Air Force Base - Honorary Commander
- Ellsworth Air Force Base - Civic Leader Group - Member
- Central States Fair Foundation – Vice President of the Board
- Black Hills Area Habitat for Humanity – Board Member
Awards & Recognition:
- 2022 Elevate Rapid City – The George Award
- 2022 Black Hills Home Builders Association - Hall of Fame
- 2022 Cosmopolitan Club - Community Service of the Year
- 2022 Deadwood/Lead Economic Development - Community Leader of the Year
- 2021 Black Hills Corporation CEO - Summit Award
- 2021 South Dakota Governor’s - Excellence in Economic Development Award
- 2020 Black Hills Home Builders Association – President’s Award
- 2018 Black Hills Advertising Federation – Silver Medal Award
- 2017 Rushmore Region Alliance - Economic Development Partnership Award
- 2013 Black Hills Home Builders Association – Associate of the Year Award
Graduate:
- 2004 Black Hills State University, Spearfish, South Dakota
- 1986 Leadership Rapid City Program
- 1993 Leadership South Dakota Program
- 2012 National Security Forum Air War College, Maxwell AFB
Hanshi Julio "Mutch" Usera can be contacted at the following -
5624 Villaggio Lane
Rapid City, SD 57702
Email: [email protected]
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