Hanshi Deena Naidu is an 8th Dan in Karate. Hanshi Deena is a direct student of Gogen Yamaguchi Sensei. He was the 6th person in the world to graduate from the Japan karate-do Goju-kai college in 1976 with a Japanese government recognised certification. Hanshi teaches at Goshin Kan dojos in Sydney Australia, and travels to India, South Africa, Botswana and Kenya to meet and teach his teachers and students there, guiding them inbetween visits with personal, tailored online tuition. As the number of karate practitioners from other countries reaching out to Hanshi for information has steadily increased, he has established this website to make his knowledge more accessible to students and teachers of all levels, wherever in the world they may be. Hanshi Deena is committed to improving the lives of community members through his martial arts teaching.

Sam Greco is a 4th Dan Black Belt in Karate and world class MMA fighter and now coach. Greco is internationally famous as one of the key fighters in the illustrious K1 martial arts tournaments held around the globe and culminating in the Grand Prix final in Japan. Greco recently retired from tournament fighting but is still revered in Japan by fight fans and recognized throughout the martial arts community around the world. Sam is a dedicated coach to a hand full of privileged fighters, dedicating his services to quality training with the view of gaining titles for fighters on the world stage. Sam Greco is also in demand as a professional speaker, motivating all groups from business groups to youth and sports people. Sam is a fine example of what hard work and dedication to a cause can bring. Sam had keen interest in sports from a young age, especially soccer which was the football game of choice amongst the European community in Australia. Sam trained in Kyokushin karate (renowned for its tough training regime and full contact sparring routines) and soon amassed numerous title wins and became a very popular competitor in Australia, along with fellow Melbourne based heavyweight fighter Stan Longinidis culminating with the two of them meeting in "The Crowning" at Crown Casino in Melbourne. "Slam 'Em" Sam competed in the K-1 competition for over a decade with a reputation as a fiercely competitive fighter with Sam notching up numerous wins over many international opponents. “In our industry,” Sam says, “Fighters are a dime a dozen, but world champions are the true elite. It’s every fighter’s dream to fight for a world title; it gives you the ultimate recognition and exposure.” Sam understands through experience that the preparation for a professional world championship level fight is extreme, the coach needs to recruit numerous trainers, sports psychologists, nutritionists, you name it. It’s the professional level fighting that is different to the conventional competition or tournament and if anyone is qualified to deliver such a level of training it has to be Sam. Sam has used his success in kickboxing to form the platform for a successful life after sport; he has worked as an actor in both film and television, experienced success in running restaurants, works as a personal trainer and does public speaking engagements for corporate groups. During his public speaking, he uses his career to illustrate the principles of success. Finally, he reduces the spectrum of principles to one thing, the one idea that throws a light on all the others.

Professor Paulo Guimaraes is a Black Belt 5th Dan in brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Paolo has been training in BJJ for most of his adult life and running BJJ professionally for the past 25 years. As a competitor Paolo earned the reputation of being a fierce contender and as it normally follows, his own students now are making their mark in the field of competition. Paolo has developed a strong league of martial arts followers resulting in many schools across Australia under the "ROOTS BJJ Academies." Paolo specialises in technical performance and competition training for adults and children. He is a former Brazilian Army close combat and self defence instructor – 5th Guard Company Amazon Jungle division- Military Police and Parachute troops. He was the 1st Brazilian BJJ Black Belt to live and open a BJJ gym in Australia, and he is the Founder and Director NSW Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation. Paulo is Roots Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy founder and Head Instructor. He is a former professional surfer and an Airplane Pilot.

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.

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

David Zarb is a 6th Dan Black Belt in Karate and Internationally recognised Tai Chi Coach. Shihan David is a well know and respected martial artist who has a lifelong and strong passion for helping students achive succes in training and in life. Shihan David is a true master who believes in martial arts as a lifestyle & journey in itself. He has the gift to empower others with his extensive knowledge and well honed technical skills. David has dedicated his life to the advancement of Goju Ryu Karate and Cheng Ming International Kung Fu. The Martial Arts journey is long, interesting , challenging & expansive. Laoshir David is also one of five International Directors of Chinese Martial Arts, Cheng Ming International Kung Fu. Master Wang Fu Lai and Master Huang Su Chun bestowed this honour on Master David in 2016. Along with Master Eric Hung from U.S.A., Master Nir Mahli from Israel, Master Paolo Magagnato from Italy and Master Hiroko Jibiki fromJapan, the propagation of this great system internationally is in very good hands. Dedication, commitment to perfection, and the dissemination of the Cheng Ming system with absolute protocols in place, reflects their role. We are very proud and fortunate. Studying Karate since 1969 (15 yrs of age) Studying Tai Chi since 1979 (25 yrs of age)