The Ultima was originally launched as the Foothills Karate Studio in January 1983 with a total of nine students. Charles Allen, the founder of the studio, began his training in 1973 in the North Central Arizona region (Verde Valley). Charles Allen received his Black Belt in Shodokan Karate, Judo, and Aikido on April 3, 1978, under Sensei Sam Plunkett, a Black Belt in the Hawaii Karate Association. Sensei Plunkett, born and raised in Hawaii, earned his Black Belt under Master Harold Matsumoto. In October 1978 Charles moved to Tucson, Arizona, where he began training in Tae Kwon Do under Master Lion Parks; followed for a short period under Master Kim; then joined the American Taekwondo Association and trained under Jim Smith.

Following those experiences, Charles had the opportunity to learn the Chuck Norris system now known as Chun Kuk Do. The name Chun Kuk Do identifies the unified set of philosophies, principles, and techniques.
The training and open mindedness of Master Norris convinced Mr. Allen that Chun Kuk Do was for him. Master Norris knows just about everyone that has been successful in the Martial Arts. Master Norris provides seminars, conventions, and opportunities for his Black Belt to meet and train with many martial art world champion masters to improve their exposure to all martial arts disciplines. There is no better way to have a well-rounded system than working with the best and having an open mind to put that knowledge together.
In October 1981, Charles received his 1st Degree Black Belt from Master Norris.  On July 22, 1995, Master Norris promoted Mr. Allen into the master ranks 5th Degree Black Belt. On July 28, 2001, Master Norris promoted Mr. Allen to 6th Degree Black Belt.
In 1984 at age 14, Kevin Hibbs began training at F.K.S. (The Ultima). He obtained his 1st Degree Black Belt on February 3, 1990. In 1991 Mr. Hibbs began teaching as a full-time instructor. In 10 years he worked his way up to an Executive Black Belt Instructor position and holds the rank of 5th Degree Black Belt!