Master Sam
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Born June 29, 1978
Rev. Dr. Grandmaster Samuel T. Robertson IV is a highly accomplished martial artist, pastor, military veteran, educator, and community leader. He holds a Professional Ph.D. in Oriental Philosophy with a Major in Martial Arts Science from the International University of San Diego. His deep academic and practical knowledge of martial disciplines is matched only by his unwavering commitment to spiritual development and community service
Dr. Robertson also holds a Bachelor of Divinity from Christian Leaders Institute and is currently pursuing a Master's-level education in Family and Marriage Therapy at Liberty University.
Martial Arts Recognition and Leadership
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Recognized as an 8th Dan Grandmaster by the U.S. Grandmasters Council
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Certified 8th-degree Black Belt Instructor by the World Black Belt Bureau (WBBB)
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4th Dan Master in Taekwondo by Kukkiwon, Seoul, Korea (Dan #5913069)
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2nd Dan Hapkido under WBBB / WAMAS / AFOKMA
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Founder of AIOKMA, AIOKMA DO, Combat Taekwondo, and the Light Lotus Martial Arts Society
Dr. Sam has over 37 years of martial arts experience and has been teaching for more than 25 years, promoting numerous black belt masters and state champions. A two-time Texas State Champion (1996–1997) and member of the Texas Taekwondo Team, he has won multiple championships across the DFW area.
Cross-Training and Disciplines Studied
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12 Khia in Muay Thai under Wesley Chan
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Shaolin Kung Fu (Tiger Style) – Black Sash under Sifu Wu Qua Kung & Master Tam Tham Pham (2007)
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Aikido – 1st Dan under Master Tam Tham Pham (3rd Dan) & Grandmaster Phu Van Quang (8th Dan)
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Tang Soo Do – 4th Dan under World Asian Martial Arts School (WAMAS)
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Hapkido – 2nd Dan under Grandmaster Quang Kung Chn (7th Dan)
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Additional training in Traditional Kung Fu, Isshin-Ryu Karate, Kendo, Judo, Jujitsu, Kempo, Tai Chi, American Karate, Hand-to-Hand Combat, Street Fighting, Boxing, Wrestling, and Kickboxing
Dr. Robertson is officially recognized by FROMA, the World Black Belt Bureau, World Asian Martial Arts School, the American Federation of Korean Martial Arts, and the U.S. Grandmasters Council.
Military and Civic Service
A veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Dr. Robertson served overseas with distinction. He is a certified firefighter, former paramedic, and fire instructor, having trained in pre-hospital emergency care at Navarro College. His life of service continues as a licensed and ordained chaplain, minister of the fire service, and worship leader.
Education and Ministry
In addition to his theological and martial arts education, Dr. Robertson:
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Studied Praise and Worship at Christian Leaders College
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Is completing his Bachelor of Ministry
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Took coursework in piano, guitar, photography, and art painting at Tarrant County College
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Holds a Doctor of Divinity from Yha's Tabernacle of Praise and Worship, where he serves as pastor and youth leader
Early Life and Community Roots
Dr. Robertson grew up throughout the DFW area, with deep roots in Dallas’s Pleasant Grove and Fort Worth’s Stop Six communities. He completed his secondary education at Waco High School in 1998, after attending Keller High School and L.D. Bell High School.
Legacy and Vision
A balanced and deeply spiritual martial artist, Dr. Robertson combines practical combat knowledge with philosophical and pastoral insight. His vision for empowering others through martial arts, ministry, and education continues to impact lives across generations.
Those that Tought and Mentored Dr. Sam
Grand Master Park Hee Deok (Eagle Park) was GM. Sergio Chavez Moreno and GM Jorge Puricelli Grandmaster. Who are Master's Sam Grandmasters.
1982 GM. Sergio Chavez Moreno 9th Dan Kukkiwan. Was the 1st to teach Dr. Sam only after his father. He taught Dr. Sam at age 5. GM Sergios GrandMaster Was GM Eagle Park. Who was the Grand Champion that beat out all the Masters in the DFW. G.M. Is prestigious. He is an Author and well known in his country. He taught the Olympic Tae Kwon Do team in Mexico. Gm Sergio Grand Master was Grand Master Park Hee Deok (Eagle Park)
1995 - 2002 GM Jorge Puricelli Tested Dr. Sam for his 1st back belt and second Dan. Placing-him in the Kukkiwan. Gm Jorge trained With GM Sergio Chavez Moreno and Trained Dr. Sam's Father who trained Dr. Sam at home. Gm George founded American Academy of Tae Kwon Do, And a successful Pizza shop. He is an Air craft Mechanic.
2002 - 2004 GM Won Chick Park made Dr Sam a brach school Instructor and trained him to run a Martial art school. He trained him with proper Korean Tae Kwon Do polishing him as a true Black belt.
2005 - Present my 3rd -10 dan is under The late Grandmaster Kang Rhee founder the World Black Belt Bureau. Gm Rhee also certified Dr. Sam as a Martial Arts Instructor as well as certified my founding style of AIOKMA DO. He also titled Dr. Sam as Master and Grandmaster. now GM's Rhee's son GM Young Rhee manages Dr. Sam's promotions With WBBB.
2001- 2021 Dr. Sam earned his 4th - 6th Dan with Gm Henderson under GM Khan Rhee with Dys and WBBB
2007 GM Tham Pham certified and tested Master Sam with Tang soo do, Kung Fu, Hapkido and Aikido. He is with World Asian Martial Arts School. He is a Multi Master of many styles. Polished and tested Dr. Sam.
2007 Wesley Chan trained and tested Dr. Sam in Muay Thai where he was given the equivalent of Black belt Titled 12 Khia
2022 Gm Dr. George Petrotta, P.h.D Tested Dr. Sam for HIs 4th Dan Kukkiwan making Master Sam A International Master out of Korea it self.
2008 Dr. Sam tested for his Blue Belt in BJJ under L. Everett holder of a Black Black Belt in BJJJ