Simon Pedelty is a Sifu (4th degree black sash) in Kung Fu. My Gradings: Sifu Billy Peng, Li Kris Han Panther Kung Fu - Black Sash Golden Lion Kung Fu Academy 3rd degree red sash Liang I / Shaolin Kung Fu Guen / Staff accreditation Sifu Anwar Spaul - Eagle Claw Kung Fu Mentor Sifu Simon has developed and delivered behavior intervention programs for individuals living with complex disability/psycho social support needs. Sifu Simon also holds Victorian and National martial arts titles , he is a devoted community practitioner who understands the true value of martial arts and its therapeutic benefits. As a competitor on the National All Styles circuit Simon is well respected and has a string of competition victories to his name. The "5 animal" Wushu style forms he performs are dynamic and high on the scale of complexity . Sifu Simon continues to demonstrate the flexibility and agility that can only be achieved by a healthy lifestyle and a passion for continual improvement. As a judge and referee, Sifu Simon is sought after within the National All Styles (NAS) for his impartial and professional adjudication. As a NAS referee, Sifu Simon understands what is needed both from a competitors perspective and a referees perspective, this is what makes him valued in competition circles. Sifu Simon Pedelty strives to understand the needs of clients and is able to use his Kung Fu/life coaching knowledge to inspire individuals and their support networks.

Vincent is a 6th Dan in Karate! Shihan Vincent was graded by Hanshi Tino Ceberano, and currently remains one of the few individuals to be graded to such a high and prestigious rank under the International Goju Kai system. Shihan Vincent is undoubtedly one of Australia’s most recognised and respected Karate practitioners. As managing Director of Ultimate Martial Arts and Fitness in Heathmont in Melbourne Australia, Vincent has trained many thousands of students over his 30+ years at the helm. To change the lives of others for the better is the aim of a well-run martial arts school, and this is what Shihan Vincent has achieved year in year out. Very few would disagree! In 2014 Vincent Shihan seeking more learning for his passion Goju Ryu Karate, ventured to Okinawa to train under Goju-ryu headmaster Taira Sensei. Impressed by Shihan Vincent’s eagerness and passion to continue developing and learning the ways of Goju-ryu, Taira Sensei awarded Vincent Shihan the recognition of Shibu Cho, allowing him to be an official Branch Chief under Taira Sensei’s Goju-ryu system, of the Goju Ryu Kenkyukai. In 2017 Taira Sensei graded Vincent Shihan to 6th Dan in the Goju-Ryu Karate Do Kenkyukai Okinawa. The Okinawa Goju Ryu Kenkyukai is a karate organisation set up to promote research into the practical application of Okinawa Goju Ryu Karate kata and technique. It was instituted by Taira Masaji Sensei, to provide a collaborative learning group of like-minded practitioners to collectively advance our karate.

Grant Banister is Founder and Chief Instructor of Bukido Karate. Shidoshi Grant Bannister (shidoshi meaning, stable and independant leader) started his training in Martial Arts in 1974 under the San Chi Kai Karate group led by Shihan Mal Lomax. Shidoshi Grant has spent most of his adult life teaching karate for the benefit of his students of which many have gone on to earn their own successes in Australia and Internationally. Shidoshi Grant Bannister is responsible for changing the lives of hundreds, if not thousands of students through his heartful and articulate approach to martial arts. Grant believes in the profound effect that a well balance martial arts program has on the community when taught correctly. Shidoshi Grant Bannister has spent most of his career fefining what he considers to be his most important students, children! Grant knows that when when a child learns the value of respect for others, and committing to healthy practices early in life, their lives will be on track early and the best possible life changes are in motion. As a master of the traditional aspects of Karate and Kobudo (weapons) Shidoshi Grant bannister is able to deliver the best martial arts training around and possibly the best childrens program in the industry. Bukido Karate is located in Lilydale, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

Brendon Cunningham is a 4th Dan (Yondan) with Kyokushinkai Karate. Sensei Brendon was born in New Zealand in a small town called Hawkes Bay, where he was introduced to and fell in love with the amazing style of Kyokushin Karate. The year was 1979 and his original instructors were Vern and Gary Daniels. After a short stint living in Frankston, Victoria, Brendon and his family moved back to Hawkes Bay New Zealand, my home-town, where he continued his Kyokushin training in Hastings with Senpai Tony Caldwell (Pinky) where they forged a bond for 10 years. Training was hard and brutal during this period which gave Brendon an appreciation for what the style was famous for, first and foremost to develop an indominable spirit! The Kyokushin style truly helps students to learn to overcome adversity and hardship, and via these concepts the practitioner is able to achieve a more fulfilled and purposeful life. Usually, these concepts are not obvious at first but over time the qualities manifest and your karate will become who you and you become karate. As Sensei Brendon says, “It was my time training with Senpai Tony at Bj's dojo where I learnt to never give up. Senpai Tony trained me to 5 Hawkes Bay titles and 2 NZ National titles as a young Karateka.” Sensei Brendon believes in the power of Karate and what the Kyokushin style can bring to its students. He has a mission to continue the legacy left him and help better the lives of the young and the old in his community. The Shinzo Dojo in Canberra caters for students of all ages and new students are welcome. A family atmosphere is strong at Shinzo Dojo, where all students are taken under the wing of Sensei Brendon and trained to be the best they can be! Shinzo Dojo, Kyokushin Karate, Canberra, ACT, Australia.

Davin Davis is a 3rd Dan Black Belt in Karate Sensei Davin began his martial art training early in life and went on to become a Champion Full Contact Karate fighter. Sensei Davin's prowess as a techician has him well placed to provide excellent tuition to clients of all ages. Sensei David is a well known figure in Australian martial arts circles, he is held in high esteem with his fellow karate-ka and respect among all who know him. Davin dedicates most of his time training others and helping them achieve higher goals and better quality of life. As a personal trainer, Sensei Davin's expertise extend to fitness and wellness including advice on weight training and nutrition.

Constantino "Tino" Ceberano OAM (Order of Australia Medal) is a 10th degree black belt in karate and master (Guro) of the Philipino Martial Art of Arnis. Hanshi Tino is not only Australia's most decorated martial arts practitioners he is endeared by tens of thousands of martial arts practitioners who have recieved tuition from him at one time or another. Tino is highly recognised in Australia and abroad for his lifelong contribution to the martial arts and is recognised in Australia as the Nation's founding father. Hanshi Tino began his training in Hawaii in Filipino stick fighting with his father and later explored many other martial art systems including Judo, Kempo and Kyokushinkai Karate. It was as a US Marine in Hawaii where Tino was introduced to the Goju Kai Karate system and under the tutelage of Master Masa Oshiro the Chief Instructor of the Hawaii Division directly under the legendary Gogen Yamaguchi that Tino became firmly established in the Goju Karate system. Tino was soon to advance to a level that would determine his life from that time onwards. As a personal friend of Gogen Hanshi and the Yamaguchi family, he was soon to become the conduit of the system to other countries and in particular Australia. Tino married and settled in Australia where he ran Australia's most progressive and influential martial art systems. Tino spawned an empire of quality karate teaching and produced many outstanding students who represented their countries and of whom many have gone on to create their own successful organisations, all thanks to the teaching and support of their Sensei, Tino Ceberano. In 2018 Constantino Ceberano was recognised by the Australian Government for his significant life long contribution to the martial arts and was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia. The Order of Australia is an order of chivalry established on 14 February 1975 by Elizabeth II, Queen of Australia, to recognise Australian citizens and other persons for achievement or meritorious service. Before the establishment of the order, Australian citizens received British honours. Hanshi Constantino Ceberano is undoubtedly one of the worlds most respected Martial Arts figures. His experience as head of the Goju Kai and other governing bodies in Australia make him arguably one of the most experience and qualified leaders in the industry.