Barbara Matlack is a founding partner of Phoenix Academy of Martial Arts and currently handles all aspects of the day-to-day operations and administration.  Realizing the many benefits of martial arts in the lives of her children and in her own personal study, she has been a long-time advocate for the Chinese Martial Arts.  Since the inception of Phoenix Academy, Barbara Matlack has been a supporter of numerous Tournaments, Seminars, Demonstrations and Outreach Activities within the Chinese Martial Art Community and the Local Community as well.  Her sincere passion for service and helping people of all ages, has proven to be a wonderful blessing to each of our students and their families.