Wiseman's Martial Arts - Rob & Nikki (K-Box)

· Now 27 years old, Robbie started his martial arts training in February of 1990 at just 8 years of age

· Received his Black Belt in Kenpo Karate (February,1994) at the age of 11 from Newfoundland Kenpo founder Sensei Dave Jackman

· Established himself locally as one of the best in the sport taking home numerous 1st place finishes in both the Kata and Sparring divisions at local tournaments he competed in.

· Was a consistent winner outside of Newfoundland at various Canadian National Kenpo Championships that he attended.

· Turned his attention to the sport of competitive kickboxing in 2003 and in May 2004, as a member of Canadian National Team, he represented Canada at the World Kickboxing Championships In Greece. In this, his first international competition, he came away with a second place finish

· Received a personal invitation from 23 time World Kickboxing Champion Jean Yves (The Iceman) Theriault to become part of a team he was taking to Europe. This invitation allowed Robbie to become 1 of 5 Canadians chosen to compete from May 5^th- 13^th, 2008 - in Charleville-Meziere, France ("Team Canada Vs. Team Europe"). Once again, he came away victorious from this world class competition.

· Currently undefeated in Canadian kickboxing competitions and is the reigning Canadian champion in CASK's heavyweight division

· 2009 Member of Canadian National Kickboxing Team - attending the World Championships in November in Nante, France.

· Certified First Aid

· Certified Level 1 Coach with CASK

· Certified Level 2 Official with CASK

· Now 30 years of age, Nikki starting her martial arts training in 2000 at the age of 21. She is another of our instructors who received her black belt training under noted Newfoundland Kenpo founder Dave Jackman.

· In Apil, 2007 she became the 1st female in 15 years to receive her black belt under the Jean-Guy Angell system in Newfoundland

· A fiery competitor, with a burning desire to do well, Nikki competed in several point fighting and kata competitions, both locally and nationally, winnning or placing in the top three whenever she competed.

· Has completed several training and coaching seminars with 23 time world renowned kickboxing champion Jean Yves (the Iceman) Theriault

· Brings her experience as an educational professional to Wiseman's instructional staff. Currently on leave from her position as French Immersion teacher at Goulds Elemmentary she will play an integral role in future French Immersion martial arts curriculum offerings planned for our dojo.

· Certified in First Aid