Instructor
I first joined the Kanto Sho Karate Club in 2016 when I was 9 years old. I remember seeing an advertisement about joining karate and I knew I wanted to try it. Ever since then, it has become an important part of my life and has shaped me into the person I am today. Joining the dojo has given me so many opportunities and experiences I wouldn’t get anywhere else. The dojo became more than just a place to train—it became a place where I developed important life skills and values like discipline, perseverance, and respect. My senseis have played such a huge role in my life and encouraged me to become a better person. They push me to stay motivated, work harder, and step outside my comfort zone. I have also made many long-lasting connections in the dojo, and it is such an amazing community that feels like a family. In 2026, I achieved one of my biggest accomplishments by earning my Shodan (black belt). This accomplishment taught me that you can achieve anything you put your mind to, even if it feels impossible. As I get older, karate will always have a special place in my heart, and I hope to share my experiences and values with future students and inspire them in the same way I was when I first stepped into the dojo.
Brief History of Training and Accomplishments:
2016: Joined the dojo
2026: Received Shodan (Black Belt)
Competitions:
All Japan Full Contact Karate Tournament – Fall 2026
Canadian Shotokan Karate Tournaments – 2018–Present Gold, Silver, and Bronze
Canadian Shotokan Annual Open North Tournament – 2023–2025 Gold, Silver, and Bronze
South Calgary Annual Karate Tournament – 2023 Silver
Canadian Shotokan Karate Tournament – 2019 Most Spirited Award