In May 2007, Mr. Ilias began his training in the art of Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan under the guidance of Master instructor H.Y Kwon, (Dan Bon 10805).  His training in the art has been very traditional and he has kept that tradition alive and well. Mr. Ilias received his teaching certification from the U.S Moo Duk Kwan Federation in February 2015. 

​Mr. Ilias is also a personal trainer and accountability coach. His ability to add functional strength training to traditional training is a challenge at any fitness level. 

Mr. Ilias has worked with the Victim Intervention Program providing self-defense training to domestic abuse survivors and periodically hosts self-defense seminars.