Gary Nistler

Gary Nistler is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in martial arts and pastoral care. As an 8th Degree Grandmaster and Certified Taekwondo Trainer at Tiger-Rock Martial Arts since 1988, Gary has been involved in martial arts since 1974, starting in Okinawa, Japan. In addition to martial arts, Gary served as a Pastor at Sandy Cross Baptist Church from 2015 to 2022, and held positions in family life ministry at First Baptist Church of Oak Ridge. Gary's military background includes serving as a Chaplain in the United States Army Reserve from 2010 to 2022. Gary holds a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries from Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, and multiple Bachelor of Arts degrees in English and Psychology from The University of Georgia.