09/25/2026
Our head coach has lost count of her world titles.
Hillary Witt grew up in Catasauqua. When she started there was nothing to train at around here, so she drove to Philadelphia. Then New York. Then she moved to San Diego and did most of her training there before coming home.
Ask her how many world championships she has won and this is what you get:
"Between gi and no gi, maybe like four. I lose track. Not because of so many, just a lot of time between them."
That is who teaches the beginner class in Allentown.
We asked her what she would say to somebody who is not scared exactly, but hesitant. Somebody who has been meaning to walk in for a while.
"I think it's important that you get comfortable with the uncomfortable, in a safe and facilitated environment. You're always gonna have me here as one of your head coaches. We have an amazing group of ladies and gentlemen that are gonna support you, and never push you too hard, but push you enough."
Never push you too hard, but push you enough.
That is the whole job, and she is the one who does it.
First class is free. Link in bio.
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