Thomas Kern's dual career as owner of Kern Painting and Juko Kai Martial Arts Center exemplifies how passion and perseverance can build lasting businesses with genuine impact. His journey began at just 14 years old with a four-inch brush, learning the meticulous craft of painting from his stepfather: "no tarps, no drips" was the philosophy that shaped his approach to a trade that would sustain him for 44 years.

The martial arts side of his life represents an equally profound commitment. For 17 years, his Juko Kai center has offered a distinctly practical approach to traditional martial arts. Unlike schools focused on competitions and trophies, Thomas teaches what his 85-year-old mentor - a former US Marine and Marshal - calls a "combat art." His classes blend traditional forms with street-ready self-defense techniques, weapons training, and breathing practices that create both capable fighters and disciplined students. Perhaps most remarkably, Thomas found that martial arts training virtually eliminated his own dyslexia while channeling his ADHD energy positively - a personal transformation that informs his teaching approach.

Through economic hardships, including nearly losing his home during the 2008 financial crisis, Thomas has embodied the martial artist's mentality of finding alternative paths around obstacles. "I really don't like and care for the word no," he explains. "If you're going to tell me no, I'm going to find a way to go around." This adaptability, combined with old-school integrity learned from World War II-generation grandfathers, has become his business signature: quality work, kept promises, and genuine expertise freely shared. Whether you're interested in transformative martial arts training or need expert painting services, Thomas proves that businesses built on passion and principle can stand the test of time.

Ready to experience the quality and integrity that define both Kern Painting and Juko Kai Martial Arts Center? Contact Thomas directly at 970-444-5003 or visit his websites to discover how his 44 years of expertise can benefit your home or personal development journey.