Master Michele Helaney is a distinguished martial artist, fitness expert, and licensed massage therapist based in Omaha, Nebraska. With a career spanning over two decades, she has made significant contributions to martial arts, holistic health, and fitness.
Martial Arts Career
Since 1998, Helaney has been deeply involved in martial arts, earning both national and international recognition. She holds a 5th Degree Black Belt in Traditional TaeKwon-Do and is a certified Master Instructor (Omaha Blue Waves, n.d.). As co-owner of Omaha Blue Waves Martial Arts, she has played a pivotal role in promoting martial arts within the community.
Her dedication has led to inductions into prestigious halls of fame, including the United States Kido Federation (USKF) Black Belt Hall of Fame and the United Martial Arts Association (UMAA) Hall of Fame. These honors recognize her spirit, dedication, and accomplishments in martial arts (United States Kido Federation, n.d.).
Professional Roles
Beyond her martial arts achievements, Helaney is a licensed massage therapist in Nebraska and serves on the Nebraska Board of Massage Therapy. She co-owns Omaha Blue Waves Massage, Bodywork, and Education Center, emphasizing her commitment to holistic health (Omaha Massage, n.d.).
In the fitness industry, she is a certified personal trainer and weight loss specialist with over 15 years of experience, focusing on weight loss and body transformation (Omaha Blue Waves Fitness, n.d.).
Leadership and Community Involvement
Her background in dance and gymnastics from childhood has enriched her martial arts practice, allowing her to incorporate elements of flexibility and rhythm into her teaching.
Through her multifaceted roles, Master Michele Helaney continues to impact the martial arts and wellness communities, promoting physical fitness, self-defense, and holistic health.
References
Omaha Blue Waves. (n.d.). Black belts of Omaha Blue Waves Martial Arts. Retrieved March 22, 2025, from https://omahabluewaves.net/black-belts-of-omaha-blue-waves-martial-arts/
Omaha Blue Waves Fitness. (n.d.). About us. Retrieved March 22, 2025, from https://omahabluewavesfitness.bravesites.com/about
Omaha Massage. (n.d.). About us. Retrieved March 22, 2025, from https://omahamassage.info/about-us/
United States Kido Federation. (n.d.). USKF Black Belt Hall of Fame. Retrieved March 22, 2025, from https://uskido.org/uskf-black-belt-hall-of-fame-2/
