George Breed - Biography

Biography

George Breed, Ph.D. is a psychologist, a psychotherapist, and dynamic presenter of workshops concerning the application of martial, spiritual, and healing art principles to daily life.

George began intensive training in the martial arts (Isshinryu Karate) while serving in the United States Marine Corps on Okinawa in 1959. Upon returning to the states, he taught karate and jujutsu in Atlanta, Georgia and in Gainesville, Florida.

After receiving his doctorate in psychology from the University of Florida in 1969, and being taught Ki Principles by Aikido Sensei Koichi Tohei in 1974, George began teaching workshops on the application of martial arts principles to daily life.

George has led innumerable seminars and retreats for health professionals (hospital and outpatient), behavioral health staff, state government workers, members of Native American nations (Arizona, South Dakota, North Dakota, and Nebraska), university faculty and staff, Elderhostel, and state and local wellness program participants. George’s seminars are well-received at both national and international conferences.

George is an avid hiker of the mountains and canyons of the Colorado Plateau. He was born in the Year of the Tiger.