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“The students are our inspiration and we hope to inspire them in return”


Caledonia Martial Arts Academy is operated by two 5th degree black belt (godan) certified instructors, Sensei Troy and Sensei Tony. Both men have been training for over 20 years and draw on a wealth of knowledge and instructing backgrounds. It is their respect for the arts and commitment to Mushashi’s principal “the way is in training” that has developed into a relentless ability to pass the message to their students. They encourage an atmosphere that allows students to enjoy themselves while getting into great shape and learning to truly defend themselves. Their teaching also encourages students to build their confidence, motivation and concentration while embodying the concepts of respect and integrity. The club is affiliated with the World Congress of Shintani Wado-Kai Karate.


When asked their favourite part of training and teaching, both admit to having too many to choose. Tony is best known for his wide range of self defense techniques and weapons training. Troy provides a precision of kata and basics, but we all know his true calling is anything sparring.

 

CMAA Black Belts:


Sensei Steve received his 3rd degree black belt (sandan) in December 2009 and obtained his instructor’s certification in 2006. Steve has enjoyed training under the guidance of the head instructors the longest of all CMAA black belts. He was not only a great help to build the club (literally), but has been instrumental in continuing the training principals adopted by the club. Steve loves to spar and has developed many styles and strategies.


Sensei Julie is a 2nd degree black belt (neidan) and obtained her instructor’s certification in 2008. Julie joined CMAA as a student after watching her son in the kids’ class. The first student to make the journey from white belt to black in the club, she enjoys the diversity and commitment to training the club provides. Her favourite technique – haito (of course).


Sensei Craig received his 2nd degree black belt (neidan) and his instructor’s certification in December, 2009. Craig joined CMAA as a teenager to help with his carreer path. Being successful in both venues, Craig continues his training with unfailing commitment. His particular interests lie in training self-defense techniques and continuous sparring.


Sensei Mark received his 1st degree black belt (shodan) in 2006. Mark loves the challenges that karate brings - both mentally and physically. He has entered many competitions with kata and sparring and is famous for making up a kata on the fly!


Sensei Mike received his 1st degree black belt (shodan) in 2008. Mike joined the club with his son not knowing that he would become immediately hooked himself. Always one to train his katas, he truly enjoys the level of fitness he has achieved and maintains, but the comraderie of the club is his favourite.

 

Sensei Emily achieved her 1st degree black (shodan) in 2009. Emily is the youngest shodan and the youngest in club to break concrete although she is definitely not the least experienced. She began training in the kid’s class and held the rank of junior black belt for 2 years. With hands on knowledge of both the kids and the adult classes, she is a true asset to the team.


Sensei Chris, Sensei Christine and Sensei Ashley have joined CMAA while previously obtaining black belt ranks in another system. They bring CMAA their experience and diversity with katas, weapons and sparring.


Sempai Liam, Sempai Connor, Sempai Ryan and Sempai Ethan all hold the rank of junior black belt (shodan ho). All four began training at CMAA at young ages and when people speak of the benefits of training in the martial arts, it is clear to see the results in these young men. They are confident, respectful, determined and disciplined – they are enthusiastic role models as senior students.