Sensei Gary Goltz, 7th dan, began studying judo in his hometown of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 1965 under the well known Korean champion Kyu Ha Kim, 9th dan, owner of Kim's Martial Arts. In 1971, Sensei Gary initiated a judo program at the University of Pittsburgh, which is still going strong today. After moving to Southern California, Sensei Gary recognized the need for a dojo in his local area and founded Goltz Judo Club in 1987. He then formed a close friendship with the late Dr. Osvaldo Zarantonello, 9th dan, who was the club's technical advisor. Gary is a Bronze Benefactor Life Member of the United States Judo Association where he serves as Chief Operating Officer, Funding Committee Chair, Awards, and Tournament Committees Member. In 2003, Sensei Gary was inducted into the USJA's Hall of Fame as Coach of the Year. (Talking judo with Gary Goltz)


Sensei Gary Allegheny Mountain AAU Champion 1968






· Gabriel Goltz, 1992 and 1993 Junior National Champion
· Nathan Goltz, 1992, 1993, and 1994 Junior National Champion
· Dave Reaver, 2000 Masters National Champion
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Nick Niakan, 2003 Masters National
· Top Performing Club at the 2007 USJA Winter Nationals
· Brad Karmann and Dr. Greg Tan, 2008 Masters National Champions
· Gavin Purdy, 2008 Brown Belt National Champion


Sensei Gary presenting a certificate to Hayward Nishioka

Helio Gracie's inscription to "my good friend Sensei Gary" in his book


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