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ENDORSEMENTS
Sensei Montenegro has long been a well-respected
judoka. Here are just a few of the notable
endorsements:
Juan Montenegro is an outstanding technician who is grounded in the
fundamentals. The very first time I saw him move and perform his techniques, I
knew he was taught well. He has great rhythm which comes from years of practice.
He is an instructor that I would highly recommend to kids and adults of all
ages.
Keith
Nakasone
1980 USA Judo Olympic Team Captain, multiple National
Champion, and Pan American champion. Keith has been a judo coach for the
legendary SJSU Judo Team for more than two decades.
To learn more about the SJSU Judo Team please visit www.sjsujudo.org

Juan Montenegro is a tremendous coach and judoka. I have taught and trained
with Juan, and can tell you that his students are very lucky to have him as an
instructor. His love for judo and dedication to teaching is reflected in his
students. Its always a pleasure to see them at practices and training
camps.
Chuck
Jefferson
multiple National Champion, Pan American champion,
co-author of “Clinch Fighting for MMA”
To learn more about Chuck Jefferson, please visit www.chuckjefferson.com

I have known Juan Montenegro since 1974. He has
great judo technique, was an international competitor and he is an outstanding
coach. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a judo coach in Southern
California.
Jhonny Prado 2007 United States Olympic Committee Judo Coach
of the Year, Head Coach of the USA Judo National Training Site at North
Miami. Jhonny Prado has been selected as head coach for several Jr. and Sr. Pan
American Judo Teams, and Jr. World Teams.

I have had the pleasure of teaching seminars with Juan Montenegro, and would
recommend Juan to any potential judoka, experienced or beginner. Juan focuses on
the fundamentals of good technical judo, while teaching the character building
disciplines of focus, self-control and integrity.
Mike
Swain
4x Olympian,
World Champion, and 1996 USA Olympic Judo coach. Mike Swain is considered a
leading authority on the sport of judo. He is the only American that was
selected as one of the “50 Great Judo Champions” in the book by Simon Hicks and
Nicolas Soames.
To learn more about Mike Swain, or to see the instructional products and
martial arts supplies that his company has available please visit www.swainmats.com
Juan Montenegro is a four time national champion of Peru, and comes highly
recommended. Orange County Judo Training Center is fortunate to have such
a competent and accomplished competitor and instructor.
I would like to
give Juan my best wishes in his new endeavor and hope that he can reach all of
his goals in his new dojo.
Yoshisada
Yonezuka
8th Dan Kodokan, 9th Dan USJF Black Belt, 2x USA Olympic
coach.
To learn more about Yonezuka Sensei and his dojo, The Cranford Judo and
Karate Center, please visit www.cranfordjkc.com

I highly recommend Juan Montenegro as a judo coach. His judo technique and
instruction are world class. Its been an honor to train and teach with Juan.
When my team trained in Southern California, it was on the mat with Juan
Montenegro."
Melvin Magata
6x Philippines National Champion, International
medallist, Trainer for Philippines National Team 2000-2003, Philippines National
Coach 2004-2006.
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