Tom Hilliard, Head Instructor of the Cleveland Bujinkan

Tom began training in various martial arts in 1984 while he was in the Marine Corps, and in fall 1990, he began training in the Bujinkan, under the guidance of Larry Turner.  In 2005 he was given the rank of Godan (5th degree black belt).  In March of 2008, while training in Japan, he was promoted to Nanadan (7th degree black belt).  He continues to train with various Shihan around the United States and travels to Japan annually to train with Soke and his Shihan.

Tom also receives tactical firearms training from a nationally recognized institution annually, and competes in local firearm competitions to enhance his training, and those of his students.  He's also a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps.

Shidoshi Tom Hilliard