Craig Harmer is a 7th Dan in Taekwondo and Black Belt in BJJ Coach Craig Harmer has been involved in the martial arts for most of his adult life. Starting his martial arts career in Taekwondo Craig soon moved through the ranks to become highly proficient in his style which eventually led him to become World Champion under the CHITF. Craig wanted to expand his martial arts skills and decided to take on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as a way of acquiring ground skills. After 9 years of training in the art Craig attained the level of Black Belt which gave him the skills and qualifications to direct his full-time martial arts academy, Goulburn Martial Arts Academy. Goulburn Martial Arts Academy is a 1st Class facility that serves the people of the Goulburn district from children all the way to senior adults. The purpose of the GMAA is to “lead & set the example of what and who we want our children, teens, and adult members to become.” GMAA is staged in a positive and encouraging environment, and also challenges the members to become the best version of themselves, physically and mentally. Craig sets monthly tasks for students in his children’s program to help them achieve skills on time which also helps develop the character and behavioural traits that we all want to see in our children. Craig believes that Martial Arts is a way of life and is passionate about what he does and is excited to share it with everybody!
Sinn Chew is a 6th Dan in Karate Sensei Sinn commenced his martial arts journey in 1973. He trained in Shotokan Karate, KungFu and Kickboxing, only switching to GojuRyu in1990. In 2004, he commenced training in Judo and BJJ. Sinn Chew is an educator and martial arts instructor, held in high regard by all who know him. As the Chief instructor of the University of Queensland (UQ Karate Club), his influence and mentorship, has served many hundreds of students. His devotion to deepen his understanding in GojuRyu is matched only with a long-standing commitment to demonstrate the essence of the style, and to bring about the very best in each and every student. His teaching style undoubtedly optimises the body, strengthen the mind and encourage the fighting spirit. He is truly an inspiration to his students, or to any new or senior student interested and passionate about learning Karate, and keeping fit and conditioned, with self defense skills in mind. The mindset for developing Karate and life skills is parallel. Sinn is unique in that he continually tries to de-mystify the ancient martial arts, and to demonstrate the relationship between the traditional basics and modern fighting methodologies.
Keyvan Mirzai is an 7th Dan Black belt in the Art of Hanmudo Chief Master Keyvan has trained in martial arts for most of his life and operated his own chain of successful martial arts schools for over 20 years. Master Keyvan trained in several martial art systems before finding his ground in Hanmudo, these include Hapkido, Kuk Sool Won, wrestling, Karate, Muay Thai, Kick boxing, Judo, BJJ. Master Keyvan believes in having a broad knowledge of different styles so you can understand and promote your own style better. The art of Han Mu Do is a collection of founders of the system Dr. Kimm’s preferred techniques in Korean Martial Arts. The style impressed Master Keyvan, and he discovered that he could promote not only a highly effective form of martial arts but promote a system that is unique and ideal for the family training concept. Master Keyvan is now the official representative of the system in Australia and between himself and Master Kim, they can continue to promote an exciting marital art system that is designed as a self defence program like no other. Master Keyvan understands the importance of quality training and has endeavoured to drive his martial art program not just as an effective martial art but also as a much-needed education program. Keyvan is well known and respected as a martial arts leader across the globe, he has helped many martial arts school owners to achieve personal success through his management and education contributions. Chief Master Keyvan has a mission to provide the highest quality martial art program possible and help improve the lives of as many students as possible.
Craig Robinson is a 3rd Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Professor Craig Robinson is an Elite martial arts coach and educator within the Australian Qualifications . Craig has trained BJJ most of his adult life and has schools running in Benalla, Geelong in Victoria and Broome in Western Australia. As an educator Craig has spent many years training youth and adults to reach nationally recognized qualifications in a variety of subjects. As a martial arts coach Craig is able to apply the skills learned in the education industry, which ensures that no student is left behind. Hi personable approach to teaching and coaching make him a very sought after martial arts coach. Professor Craig Robinson believes in the importance of delivering well rounded martial arts skills that not only help students gain extraordinary results, but improve the lives of its practitioners for the better. As a successful martial art school operator Professor Craig Robinson welcomes new starters with the promise of individualized training, structured progress and positive results.
Eric Hiep Phan is a 4th DAN Kukkiwon Black belt in Taekwondo. Eric is the owner and head instructor at VTEAM Taekwondo in Maidstone and Springvale in Melbourne. Eric started Martial Arts training in the early 1990s and earned his first Dan Black Belt in Taekwondo back in 1997. Sooner than later, the hobby turned into his way of life. Now, more than 20 years later, his passion for Taekwondo has only strengthened. Eric has competed and medaled at States, Nationals, and International competitions in Poomsae (pattern), Sparring and Power breaking. Having produced several national medalists, his passion is helping people reach their potential. Eric is actively involved in training himself and prides himself on staying up-to-date on the most current techniques and strategies as they relate to Martial Arts. For Eric, it’s about keeping things fresh, helping people reach their goals, and delivering life-enhancing results for everyone who steps through the door at VTEAM Taekwondo. #VTeam Melbourne #VTeam Maidstone #VTeam Springvale
Matthew Chugg is a 7th Degree Black belt in Taekwondo. Matthew is a former Australian Champion who has dedicated his adult life to changing the lives of students through the practice of Taekwondo. Matthew is a well know and respected martial art figure, having established one of Australia's most successful organisations with his business partner Mike Flanagan. a well established Taekwondo school - Flanagan Chugg Taekwondo, with his business partner Matthew Chugg. Martial arts has become a way of life for Matthew, the success in training students to be the best they can be is probably the best way to define an instructor who is a strong role model for many hundreds of students.