Ron Balicki's odyssey within the realm of entertainment commenced as a stuntman and fight/stunt coordinator, yet his origins can be traced back to the metropolis of Chicago, where he spent his formative years. With an extensive background of over 35 years in martial arts training, Ron embarked on a quest to seek out the renowned Dan Inosanto, ultimately earning full instructorships in the esteemed disciplines of Bruce Lee's Jun Fan Gung Fu, Maphilindo Silat, and Filipino Kali.
Ron's journey to stardom began with a stint as a law enforcement officer in Cook County, Chicago, Illinois, where he played a pivotal role in the formation of the Special Operations Resistance Team, a specially trained unit equipped to handle high-pressure situations, such as riot control.
Ron's extensive travels have led him to distant lands, including the culturally rich nations of Japan and Indonesia, where he has participated in high-stakes, no-holds-barred fighting tournaments that have pushed his skills to the limit. As a seasoned professional in the realm of Shoot Wrestling, he has had the privilege of competing on numerous occasions in both Japan and America, honing his craft and testing his mettle against the best of the best.
In addition to his impressive competitive record, Ron holds instructorships in a diverse range of martial arts disciplines, including the powerful and precise art of Thai Boxing, the elegant and sophisticated style of Savate, the Filipino martial art of Lameco Escrima, the ancient and revered tradition of Wing Chun Gung Fu, the swift and deadly art of Latigo y daga, and of course, the intense and physically demanding discipline of Shoot Wrestling.
Ron, a renowned expert in the fields of military, law enforcement, and anti-terrorism, has garnered attention from diverse organizations globally for his exceptional teaching abilities and profound knowledge. His impressive portfolio includes writing thought-provoking articles for international magazines, authoring a highly acclaimed book on the iconic Jeet Kune Do martial arts style pioneered by the legendary Bruce Lee, and creating a series of comprehensive martial arts training videos.
Ron has had a diverse career, extending beyond his acting roles to include stunt-coordinating for various films. In this capacity, he has performed a wide range of impressive stunts, showcasing his skills and expertise in various areas. These stunts have included intense fights, high-speed car crashes, intricate ratchets, dramatic air rams, perilous high falls, and even gruesome full-body burns.
Outside of his work in the film industry, Ron has also pursued entrepreneurial ventures with his wife, Diana Lee Inosanto, and manager Tarik Heitmann. Together, they have founded their own production company, Zen Mountain LLC, which has successfully completed post-production on their inaugural film, "The Sensei".
