Martial Arts
Yoshio Ishimura
Bio
Aikido is based on the principle of non-conflict. In Aikido, one uses powerful circular movements to blend with an opponent’s attact and redirect the attack into a throw or immobilization, bringing the conflict to a peaceful
Alexander Kask
Bio
Alex is a direct student of Ono Yōtarō-sensei of the Chōfūkan Dōjō in Kyōto, Japan, who is the 16th lineal headmaster of the Bitchū-den linegage of Takenouchi-ryū Bu-jutsu, one of Japan’s oldest and most respected martial
Ken Stavenes
Bio
Ken began training with the UBC Judo Club in 1995 and has been instructing with UBC Judo for the past 10 years. During his time at UBC he has also had the opportunity to train with
James Chartier
Bio
With 30 years experience, James holds multiple black belts, certificates and gold medals in Jujutsu, Karate, and Judo. The majority of training is in practical street self defense (last 16 years) in Krav-Maga & Combat Jujutsu.
Louisa Weizmann
Bio
A full time self defense instructor (Hit and Run Self Defense), Louisa has over 25 years experience, holds multiple black belts and is one of the few female street safety specialists in North America. With gold/silver
Lucas Trottier
Bio
Tai Chi Chuan translates are “Supreme Energy Fist” and can be regarded as one of the most highly developed martial arts in the world. Using the meditative qualities of Qi Gong and the principal of softness
Daniel Pugh
Bio
Sifu Daniel Pugh is a disciple of Master Raymond Cheung and has been teaching Hung Gar Kung Fu for over 10 years. With its roots in the Southern Shaolin Temple, Hung Gar Kung Fu has been
Gosha
Bio
Gosha has been training Muay Thai since 2009 and has invested his time in several professional gyms, including ones overseas. He was taught the fundamentals of the sport by Chase Ingalls, a 4-time Muay Thai world champion.
Anthony Tomov
Bio
Anthony started his Jiu-Jitsu journey in 2013 at Gracie Barra Vancouver. He is a BJJ Purple belt instructor and competitor who enjoys sharing his knowledge on the art. He teaches Adults and kids and believes that
Dan Read
Bio
Dan Read has been training in martial arts for 35 years, and teaching Hapkido for almost 30. In addition to Hapkido, Dan has a well-rounded background in a variety of other fighting arts, including Karate, Kendo,