ABOUT OUR INSTRUCTORS AT RMA KARATE CENTRES

	Sensei Craig Ridout, the founder of RMA Karate centres, currently holds the rank of Sandan (3rd degree black belt) in Genki-Do Kempo. Sensei Craig received instruction under Grandmaster Glenn Kwan and continues receiving instruction with 7th Degree Shihan Stuart VanLuven. Sensei Craig is proud to train provincial, national and international martial arts champions. Sensei Craig believes in community spirit and is an active volunteer in the Barrie community. Quote: "We are doing so much more than teaching kicking and punching; we are giving our students tools to improve their lives!"

	Sensei Linda Young currently holds the rank of Nidan (2nd degree black belt) in the Genki-Do Kempo system. She trained under Grandmaster Glenn Kwan and continues her instruction under 7th Degree Shihan Stuart Van Luven and Sensei Craig. Sensei Linda brings positive energy to the dojo and we are proud to have her as a member of the RMA family. Sensei Linda is an active volunteer in the Barrie Community helping organizations like Barrie's Gilda's Club, Canadian Paraplegic Assocation of Ontario, Barrie Food Bank and more. Quote: "Keep looking forward. With determination, work and goal setting you can have your dreams come true."

	Sensei Tressa Young currently holds the rank of Shodan (1st degree) in the Genki-Do Kempo system. Sensei Tressa is Team Captain of Simcoe's elite competition team, Northern Dragons. Sensei Tressa is a 16 x WKC World Karate Champion Medallist, 27 x WKA/WKC Canadian National Karate Medallist, 6 x Canadian National Sport Karate Team Member and winner of the 2007 & 2005 Professional Martial Arts Alliance's Triple Crown. Sensei Tressa's latest accomplishment is winning 2 gold and 3 silver medals for Canada as part of the 2009 WKC Canadian National Karate Team. Sensei Tressa is also currently pursuing an acting career and has landed roles in US & Canadian commercials, music videos and a television mini-series. Quote: "Never give up. In order to achieve success you must never give up."



Teaching Assistants	Sensei Aaron Samantha M Jonathan B Tyler M-Z Alysha S-P

Soke Glenn E. Kwan
March 29 1947 - October 20 2007

Soke Glenn Kwan was an inspiration to the instructors at RMA where his years
of experience and knowledge were valued and appreciated. He will be greatly
missed and will always hold a special place in our hearts.

Proud Member of
World Karate & Kickboxing
Council Canada

The Canadian Martial
Arts Association

International Alliance of
Martial Arts Schools