Philosophy & Mission

My passion for Karate comes from a lifelong journey of self-realisation through self-development—balancing the three pillars of growth: mental, physical, and spiritual.

From this, my mission has become clear: to serve others by improving all aspects of the human experience through Karate. I aim to teach not only technique, but life skills—guiding students toward confidence, resilience, self-awareness, and personal growth.

By using Karate as the foundation, my goal is to have a positive and lasting impact on as many people in the community as possible, supporting each individual on their own journey of self-realisation.

Latest Gradings

• 2013 – Graded to 7th Dan by Sensei Kawata
• 2014 – Graded to Kyoshi by Sensei Kawata

Coaching Roles

• Senior State Coach, Karate Victoria (AKF): 2006
• National Head Coach for International Pathways Program for Karate Australia

My journey in Karate began during a pivotal period of change in Shukokai. As an orange belt, I clearly remember Sensei Tommy Morris arriving at a time when the style, then over 20 years old, was no longer keeping pace with modern developments. His arrival marked a turning point—Shukokai was, quite literally, turned on its head.

While the changes felt natural to me as a junior student, many senior practitioners across the dojos of Sensei Alan, Sensei Paul, and Sensei Ian Eddy chose to leave rather than embrace the evolution. They never stayed long enough to see where that transformation would lead. I did—and it shaped the rest of my Karate life.

Over the years, I have had the privilege of training with some of the most influential figures in world Karate, including Sensei Tommy Morris, Sensei Chris Thompson, Sensei Shigeru Kimura, Sensei Yamada, Sensei Kawata, Sensei Tani, Sensei Teki Donovan, Sensei Antonio Oliver, and World Champion Junior Lefevre, Nakayama Sensei (twice World Kata Gold medallist, JKF Kata Coach for 28 years and JKF Executive), Rika Usami and Antonio Diaz (2012 World Kata Champions), among many others. Just as importantly, I value the countless hours spent training alongside dedicated Karateka and many peers who helped shape my journey.

I began teaching in my own club in 1985 and opened a full-time dojo in Sunshine in 1987. Since then, I have taught continuously to this day. My teaching career has included the honour of instructing in Japan at two dojos, including Sensei Tani’s Honbu Dojo. I have also served as a Senior State Kumite Coach with Karate Victoria since 2006 and I am currently a Karate Australian Head Coach for International Pathways Program