During the seventies, he won several Karate tournaments. Also world champion in artistic kata in 1978. Held several records for breaking concrete, during the nineties.
Martial artist, specializing in Karate. Began training at the age of 12 and as over 30 years of experience. Also trained in Aikido, Kung Fu, Ninjitsu and Yoga.
Met Jean Claude Van Damme at a martial arts gala in 1991. This led to his part in The Quest (1996).