Rebecca Pizzolatto is the co-owner of the LVIRK Training Center operated by Lehigh Valley Isshin Ryu Karate, Inc. She received her Third Degree Black Belt in Isshin Ryu Karate in October 2006. Sensei Becky is a member of the Okinawan Isshin Ryu Karate and Kobudo Association (OIKKA), the International Association of Martial Artists (IAMA), and the National Association of Professional Martial Artists (NAPMA).

Sensei Becky has studied Isshin Ryu Karate for over 10 years and has been teaching for over 5 years. She received the 2003 Okinawan Karate Kai Instructor of the Year Award and the 2004 IAMA Instructor of the Year Award. She also has completed the Rape, Aggression, Defense (R.A.D.) Training for women. She currently teaches Youth and Adult Isshin Ryu Karate and Karate Weapons classes at Lehigh Valley Isshin Ryu Karate, Inc. Over the years, she has studied with many noted martial artists, including Grand Master Angi Uezu, Shihan Gary Alexander, Hanshi N. Morgan Woods, Master Tsuyoshi Uechi, Master John Devine, Kyoshi Dayne Walz, and Renshi Rodney Guignet.

Sensei Becky's background also includes a B.S. in Chemistry, Mathematics, and Computer Science from Desales University (formerly, Allentown College of Saint Francis de Sales) and an M.S. in Chemistry from Lehigh University. Sensei Becky worked as a web programmer for Lutron Electronics Co., Inc. for four and a half years. She taught Web Design & Web Programming at Lehigh Career and Technical Institute during the 2004-2005 school year. Currently, she is the Senior Web Designer & Developer for Bushido Enterprises, Inc.

Sensei Becky's goal is to help others, especially other women, realize the excitement and benefits of martial arts training. She wants to help every student attain their goals in martial arts and in life.