Marla began her journey in Kuk-Sool Hapkido, April 2002 under the instruction of Jim Liguori. She joined with a primary goal of fitness which quickly turned into a love for the sport and the club. When Ho Shin Sool moved from Prince Township Communities Centre to Korah Road, Marla intensified her weekly martial arts training with one or two nights of kick boxing. This training has also enhanced her physical skills in downhill, cross-country skiing, and soccer as well as prepared her mentally for the challenges of life. Martial arts has become more then just an avenue for fitness but is now a way of life.
Marla was obtained her rank of 1st degree black belt with the United Korean Martial Arts Alliance in May of 2007.
