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Jason Barker is an amazing performer and a fascinating human being.  He is one of those very rare individuals who excels at everything he pursues.  He knew at a very young age, for example, that he had an innate comedic ability.  Influenced by Robin Williams, Bob Hope, and Jerry Lewis, young Jason discovered that he had already become an “instant” improv artist.

At the tender age of six, Jason began his martial arts training.  His teacher was Master Yakahoshi, who had been a student himself of the world-famous master, Bruce Lee, and the art of Jeet Kun Do.  By age sixteen, Jason was the proud holder of Black Belts in many arts.  They include not only his much-loved Jeet Kun Do, but also Tai Quan Do, Aikido, Hapkeido, Jujitsu, Tai Chi, Tai boxing, Tangoodo, Judo, White Tiger Karate and others. 

Jason began his theatrical career performing in church and school plays at age seven.  He was very good, and he knew that acting would be a big part of the rest of his life.

Jason put his comedy and acting career on hold along with his brand new marriage to join Uncle Sam’s Army, serving in the 125th during Desert Storm.  When honorably discharged from the service in 1991, he began building his new life with his wife, concentrating his energies on being a good father, husband, and provider.  During this time, of course, he continued his acting and improv classes, while spending countless hours writing music, poetry, and comedy in addition to perfecting his many accents, voices, and impressions.  These ranged from cartoon characters such as Gonzo to celebrities like Bill Clinton to the many accents and dialects.

Jason always knew he had a career in the film and television industry awaiting him.  He decided that his career would wait a little longer so that he could open his martial arts school and make a positive impact in his community.  Jason made a great impact and received recognition and commendations from many of the area's karate schools, police departments and school districts for the work he was doing with children.  Jason felt that many schools simply "gave away" karate; he consistently made his students earn it.  Better grades, for example, would earn students the right to learn more sophisticated and effective martial arts maneuvers.  Good reports from Mom and Dad would raise the student's authority level in Jason's classes.  Because of this work, Jason earned a position in the Martial Arts Hall of Fame (directed by Dr. Jim Thomas) not once, but twice, and in the mean time, received many nominations for induction.

When Jason's wife became ill, the decision was made to relocate to a warmer climate.  Las Vegas was chosen.  There Jason continued his destined journey to success in the entertainment industry.  There, once again, his love for comedy and acting came alive.  His wife took charge of Jason's PR and bookings at many of the better-known comedy clubs in and around the Las Vegas area. 

 

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