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Instructors

All Instructors at the club volunteer their time to allow the students to continue to learn and love Goju Ryu Karate style, many of which have been a part of the club for decades! So let's get to know the Instructors!

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Stuart Eaton

Shihan

Head Instructor

5th Dan 

Head of Goju Ryu Karate-Do Tasmania, Shihan Stuart - has been with the club for 33 years; originally beginning in 1990, at 14 years of age. And continues to teach and guide our students to reach their goals.

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Luke Parsell

Sensei

Assistant Instructor

3rd Dan 

Originally coming from Goju Kai, Senpai Luke joined the Dojo in 1995, and continues to be a familiar face - that is always willing to help out and step in where needed. 

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Owen Johnston

Shihan

5th Dan 

Shihan Owen, known in the dojo for his amazing fighting skills. Joined the club in ----, at the age of --. And continues to set a high standard for kumite in the Dojo. 

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Nadia Dandolo

Senpai

Assistant Instructor

2nd Dan 

Joining the Dojo when she was only 7, our nurse/Senpai Nadia is our predominant Monday night teacher. Known for her amazing soccer skills, Nadia never fails to amaze.

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Andrew Joyce

Senpai

Assistant Instructor

2nd Dan 

Another Senpai who has been with the club for many years, and is commonly known in the Dojo as 'floppy' - as well as his love for a spinning back kick.

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Duncan Taylor

Senpai

Assistant Instructor

2nd Dan 

Senpai Duncan, the leader of the Taylor family - is a vital part of our Dojo. Bringing continuous smiles and energy wherever he goes, Duncan is one of our SUPERSTARS! 

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Josh Oates

Senpai

Assistant Instructor

1st Dan 

Senpai Josh, now known for his long hair and tiny knot, is a hard-working teacher and student who loves a good sweat in the Dojo - whilst having a laugh.  

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Declan Taylor

Senpai

1st Dan 

Our black belt and soccer superstar! Senpai Declan is a kind and caring teacher, who continues to improve his skills, and works well with all. 

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Aidan Taylor

Senpai

1st Dan 

Senpai Aidan, our up and coming amazing actor, brings light and laughs throughout the Dojo, and continues to set an amazing standard for our beginners.

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Madison Mackey

Senpai

2nd Dan 

Achieving her black belt at only 12 year's old! Making Senpai Madison the Dojo's youngest black belt. Known in the Dojo for being a perfectionist and her love for Kata.

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Max Ellis

Senpai

Assistant Instructor

1st Dan 

Senpai Max, our teacher by day, and night! A black belt in both Shodakan and Goju style karate. Known for his speed, and launch - you can find Senpai Max also making up a few kicks here and there.

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Emma Hodge

Senpai

1st Dan 

Known for her love for Kumite, and her loud Kiai's. Senpai Emma is our newest black belt and has represented the state by competing at the Nationals. 

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