Schools - Burnsville

Master Instructor: Kerry Kruckow

7th Degree Black Belt

Kerry Kruckow

Master Kerry Kruckow began his training in 1981 while earning his Black Belt in 1986 under the tutelage of Grand Master Worley and Grand Master Franks.  He began teaching for USA Karate later that year and by 1988 had his second degree with a double major in sparring and teaching.

Master Kruckow's dedication to the art and his ability to connect with both Junior's and Adult students has led to many of his students to train under his direction for as much as 20 years.

Master Kruckow took tournament 1st place wins at each of the local N.C.K.A. tournaments: City of Lakes Open, Fall Central States, Twin Cities Open, Minnesota State Championships, Eau Claire Open, La Cross Open, and Spring Central States. He was ranked #1 in the N.C.K.A. Black Belt Sparring Division from 1988-1990 and took Grand Champion at the City of Lakes Open as well as the Minnesota State Championships. Mr. Kruckow will soon be celebrating his 26th year of honorable service to his students at USA Karate. Currently a 7th Degree Black Belt he continues his knowledge by studying other forms of Martial Arts such as, American Tae Kwon-Do and Brazilian Jujitsu.

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Aisa Kim-Karate

Aisa Kim-Karate

4th Degree Black Belt

Ms. Kim began her training in 1997. She received her Black Belt under Master. Kruckow in 1999. She received her 2nd Degree in 2001. She received her 3rd degree with a specialization in teaching in 2004. She received her 4th degree with a specialization in self- defense in 2009.

Ms. Kim is currently employed as an assistant instructor and in this capacity has helped many students receive their black belts.  Ms. Kim is also an active judge in NCKA Karate tournaments  and has worked with many USA Karate students to help them become more effective competitors.

DeNae Shewmake - PlatinumYoga

DeNae Shewmake - PlatinumYoga


Platinum-Yoga was founded by DeNae Shewmake.  DeNae is a nationally certified yoga instructor in Vinyasa, Hatha and Yoga Anatomy. DeNae has been teaching for several years in the Burnsville and Apple Valley area and has over 700 hours of instruction time.  DeNae works hard to know her students needs and goals and to create a fun, friendly environment.

www.platinum-yoga.com or call 612-859-0315

Class Schedule:
Monday: 8:30 am Yoga Sculpt and 10:00 am Vinyasa Yoga
Tuesday: 8:30 am Cardio Pump (strength and cardio)
Wednesday: 8:30 am Yoga Sculpt and 10:00 am Vinyasa Yoga
Wednesday Evening: 6:30pm Cardio Kickboxing 7:45pm Yoga
Thursday: 8:30 am Cardio Pump (Stregth and Cardio)
Friday: 8:30 am Yoga Sculpt and 10:00 am Vinyasa Yoga
Saturday: 7:00 am Vinyasa Yoga 8:30 am Vinyasa Yoga
Sunday: 2:30pm Zumba