Warren Hansen is a 7th Dan Black Belt in Taekwondo. Warren is a former Australian Champion and also represented Australia representative in the 2000 Olympic games. As a competitor Warren demonstrated his superiority building an impressive list of titles making him one of Australia's most well known Taekwondo success stories. Over 30 years of experience in his beloved sport has seen him develop a huge list of students who want to learn what it takes to be a champion. Warren is know for his family oriented approach to training and has helped many thousands of students achieve their won goals.
Ahmed Ismail is a 5th Dan Black Belt in Karate. Shihan Ahmed is the most senior (Saiko) practitioner of the Kyokushin-kan organisation in Lebanon and also holds the position of Branch Chief under the umbrella of Kancho. Hatsuo Royama. Saiko Ismail is a man who for many years has worked very hard for his community, changing the lives of many thousands of students through his martial arts teaching and personal leadership. In his home town of Tripoli, Saiko Ahmed is endeared by all who know him and highly respected by not only the people of Tripoli but also leaders in the martial arts community world wide. Traditional Karate-do (or Budo Martial arts) is important for the creation of strong bodies, and resilient minds, of which are so important for surviving todays challenges. Through the study of traditional Karate-do, Saiko Ahmad Ismail provides a powerful community contribution for the people of Tripoli. His focus on hard training and setting a high bar on quality has given him the reputation of a strong but fair leader, who trains his students to become thebest version of themselves. "The ultimate aim of karate lies not in victory or defeat, but in the prfection of character of its participants!" - Gichin Funakoshi
Andrew Cheung is a Sifu (master) of Wing Chun Kung Fu. Sifu Cheung is a lifelong practitioner training under the tutelage of his father Grand Master William Cheung. Sifu Chief Instructor at Cheungs Wing Chun Academy and at his young age has delivered traditional Wing Chun training to thousands of practitioners in Australia and international. Sifu Andrew Cheung leads the next generation of Wing Chun training with strength, commitment and dedication to this important and significant martial arts system. Sifu Andrew Cheung conducts workshops to enthusiasts all around the globe and is sought after as an expert in his field, and with experience in teaching private groups, school groups and women's self defence, is it any wonder that the popularity of the effective art of Wing Chun is alive and growing around the world. Wing Chun Melbourne; Martial arts Melbourne; kung fu Melbourne;
Angie Parr is a Muay Thai fighter and Instructor Angie works alongside her husband Wayne, (John Wayne) Parr at Boonchu Gym in Burleigh Heads Queensland. Born in the USA but moved to Gold Coast, Australia over 18 years ago. Angie is a Mum of 3. She is former USA champion and 2x World Champion. Co/Owner & Trainer at Boonchu Gym, Promoter of Amateur Muay Thai fights and CMT Promotion. As a practitioner and teacher in Muay Thai, it’s no surprise to learn how her influence has changed the lives of many by quite simply being a role model. As a personal trainer and highly proficient in allied fitness concepts such as kettle bells and general fitness programs, Angie is able to provide health and fitness to just about any member of the community. Angie is a great believer in professional development and has herself undertaken Sport Industry recognised Coaching Qualifications and is currently training in Brazilian jiu Jitsu to add to her list of skill sets. Angie Parr is concerned with the health and well being of children and adults alike, her influence across the board is one of professionalism and safety for all who train with her and under the Boonchu business structure. Boonchu Gym - 7/9 Kortum Drive, Burleigh Heads, Queensland, Australia 4220 www.boonchu.com
Kancho (Founder of School) Ino Maquirang is a 7th Degree Black Belt in Karate with over 45 years of international experience in the martial arts. Kancho specialises in developing his students over many years - he has started teaching children as young as 4 years old and mentored them even after their university studies. He has successfully competed in over 250 tournaments all over the world and has developed and coached students of all ages to compete at the highest levels. He has instructed and participated in demonstrations and seminars in Japan, New Zealand, Australia, England, Italy, South Africa, Hong Kong/China and throughout the United States, and has appeared in several instructional videos and books. In 1997, he was inducted into the Blitz Magazine Hall of Fame as the Outstanding Kata Competitor of the Year. He received his Masters from New York University (1994) and his Bachelors from Georgetown University (1987). Kancho Ino founded Jin Sei Ryu Karate-Do after teaching and observing many students, refining his teaching approaches, and further developing his personal philosophy of karate-do. Jin Sei Ryu Karate-Do represents his personal experiences and journey in karate which he and his family now wish to share with others.
Mr. Lange is a 4th degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and was the first on the BJJ and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) scene in Sydney, starting a club in 1994 that is now celebrating 25 years of high quality instruction. The club has produced many of Australia’s leading BJJ athletes and MMA fighters. The club has a great depth of skilled BJJ practitioners from all belt levels. Anthony Lange has well over thirty-five years experience and has fought, coached and trained all over the world. Anthony is the 2014 World Masters Brazilian Jiu Jitsu World Champion in his Black Belt division, being the first Aussie male black belt to win gold at an International World tournament. He also won the gold medal in 2003 at the International Masters in Brazil as a Brown Belt. This is particularly notable due to Anthony being the first ever Australian to achieve Gold at an International competition Anthony’s first competition win was in 1994 and since then has competed at every belt level, with gold medals in State, National and Pan Pacific competitions. Anthony is one of Australia’s Pioneers in the sport of MMA being one of the first to fight professionally on the local and international scene in Japan in both Vale Tudo and Shooto. He holds black belts and teaching certificates in Shoot System (MMA), Northside Kickboxing, Corral Arnis, Karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Stav. Anthony Lange has a passion for coaching and trains people from all ages, ranging from 5 years to 75 years, he personally conducts fifteen public classes per week and offers private lessons to club members.