Professor Natalie Van Hamersveld

Professor Natalie is currently a Black Belt under Professor Alex D’Hue and is an instructor and owner of Gracie Barra Santa Rosa. She received her Black Belt at the hand of her Professor on September 18th 2021. In 2012, starting at the age of 15, she quickly took to teaching both kids and adults.  After receiving a degree in Recreation Therapy from Cal State Long Beach she used her new skills as a certified recreational therapist to create personal programs for those with developmental disabilities. Also a stand out in competing, Professor Natalie has achieved titles such as Pan American silver medalist, Abu Dhabi North American trials champion, Long Beach Open Champion, amongst many other titles.