“If you are looking for a great program in the Omaha area, please check out Master Helaney. He is a great instructor and a great person.” June 23, 2009 LinkedIn

Kevin McDaniel, USTF Wisconsin State Director / (owner) American Martial Arts Center, Madison, Wisconsin.

“First and Foremost, Jeff is a terrific individual that always puts the needs of others before his, and goes out of his way to help. His life-long passion and dedication for practicing the Martial Arts, coupled with his mastery of teaching are clearly evident once you meet him. I have had the honor and privilege of working with, and attending his martial art seminars over the years, and can attest to his character and integrity in every endeavour that he undertakes. Jeff has raised the bar very high, and I think there would be very few individuals that would be able to match what he has to offer both personally and professionally.” April 2, 2009 LinkedIn

Master Rick Brabeck, 7th Dan (Technical Director) Midwest Martial Arts League, Chicago, IL

“I met Jeff through the Institute of Korean Natural Health. He is a dedicated martial artist as well as family man. His attention to detail and integrity are examples that all martial artists and people in general should emulate. I wholeheartedly endorse Jeff Helaney for any function. Jeff is a great Martial Artist. Look him up if you need anything while in his area.” April 19, 2009 LinkedIn

Master Jim Mahan 7th Dan Hapkido (President) American Combat Arts Federation

Michele Helaney

“My son took Tae Kwon Do from Omaha's Blue Waves and Michele was one of the instructors. Michele and her team took an awkward, uncoordinated young boy and gave him confidence and passion for the sport through their fun and consistent teaching techniques. I saw Michele and her team work with children at all levels of skills, abilities and behavior challenges. They keep the children focused and smiling. It was fun as a parent to watch the children improve weekly and take pride in their accomplishments. Michele's patience and individual attention shined as she worked with my son and others. I'm impressed that my son now has balance and enjoys going to the YMCA and "working out" with his friends. I often went and worked out myself because I knew he was safe with Michele and her team. It takes a lot for me to trust someone with my kids, but I felt very confident in their integrity after my son's completion of the first 5 week session. I would highly recommend sending your children to participate in Omaha's Blue Waves Martial Arts program.” March 12, 2009 LinkedIn

Cheryl Sullivan - Parent Recommendation 

“Michele is very passionate about the services that she provides to the community. She is an amazing transistional leader and has a rare ability of being able to change her leadership techniques to match that of her team. She is a mentor that challenges the children to not except the ordinary in their own practices, but to strive for the excellance found within them all. My son's life has been pleasantly touched by Michele's guidance and as a mother I am very greatful for her sharing her gifts.” March 3, 2009 LinkedIn

Mistie Stewart - Parent Recommendation