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THE CHAMPIONS DIFFERENCE

World Champion Founders

Originally founded by Master Farid Dordar (World Champion) and Sensei Ingrid Katzberg (North American Champion), Champions Martial Arts Academy has been serving Vancouver since 1992.

Champions’ success has been based on service to students with complete dedication to their achievement. Starting as a stand alone location in North Vancouver, B.C., teaching Kickboxing, Karate, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Cardio Kickboxing.

Master Farid Dordar

World Champion

master Ingrid Katzberg

North American Champion

Build the best

version of you

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World-Class Instructors

Our certified, award-winning instructors are invested in your personal growth and success.

Thriving Community

Train with a supportive and motivated family that celebrates every achievement.

Unmatched Facility

Our state-of-the-art dojo is designed for safety, performance, and a premium training experience.

What Our Champions Family Says

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Adult Transformations

As seen on: Children's Hospital Telethon • BCTV Sports • Variety Telethon of Hearts • BCTV Breakfast Show

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Programs for Every Goal

You can become a whole new person by joining Champions Today!

Fitness that means something. Self-defense that works. Stress left on the mat. Four programs, one goal — become your best self.

SKF Cardio Kickboxing

adults/teens martial arts

brazilian jiu jitsu

fitness

Our Instructors

Learn from the best

They’re certified and are trained by Champions’ Founders. As a friend, cheerleader, and mentor, an instructor offers encouragement and advice to keep you motivated on every step of your martial arts journey.

Master Ingrid Katzberg

Instructor, Founder

5th Degree Black Belt

Sensei Chris Hanna

Instructor

3rd Degree Black Belt

Sensei Sia Kaskamanidis

Instructor

3rd Degree Black Belt

Sensei Joel Zapata

Instructor / Fight Team Coach

3rd Degree Black Belt

Sensei Shirin Dordar

Instructor, Personal Trainer, Cardio Instructor

3rd Degree Black Belt

Angela Oldknow

Instructor

Low-Black Belt

Sean Lindsay

Jiu-Jitsu Instructor

Purple Belt

Sir Irveen Estrella

Instructor

1st Degree Black Belt

Sharon Taylor

Cardio Instructor

2nd Degree Black Belt

Sensei Steve Read

Sparring Instructor

2nd Degree Black Belt

Matthew Cotton

Jiu-Jitsu Instructor

Blue Belt

Sensei Tonya Wheatley

Cardio Instructor

2nd Degree Black Belt

Kristina Farkasova

Instructor
1st Degree Black Belt (AI3)

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Become part of our vibrant community and start your journey to better health today!

North Vancouver's Premier Martial Arts Academy Since 1992. Building confident, disciplined, capable human beings through The Champions Way of Life.

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