Shihandai Cathy Melanson

A member of The Phoenix Karatedo Association's Executive Council, Shihandai Melanson serves as the Chief of the Camp Phoenix Committee, which develops and plans the organization's annual summer camp. Formerly an officer of the Mount Saint Mary's College Karatedo Club and tournament champion, she is an active proponent of physical fitness. She is presently co-instructor at the Rockville dojo, teaching in both the Adult and Karate Kids programs. Melanson attained the rank of Godan during Summer Gashuku 2003.

A summa cum laude graduate of Mount Saint Mary's College, she later earned her graduate degree in specialized history from George Mason University. Presently she teaches at Bishop Ireton High School in Alexandria, Virginia
Shihandai Melanson can be contacted at cathymelanson@msn.com