Head Instructor: Teresa Yamada
I started Judo when I was 12 and then, in the late 80s, continued my training at the University of Lethbridge, where I competed for the U of L Judo Team and the Alberta Senior Provincial Team for 3 years. I am a 2nd degree Black Belt, Judo Canada Certified Coach with a current Level II NCCP (National Coaching Certification Program) – Certified Dojo Instructor, and a current Red Cross First Aid course. While in Lethbridge, my Sensei was Dr. Yoshio Senda (1922-2009), and it is my goal to continue to pass on the principles of judo that he taught me. The most important of these principles are: have a good attitude in whatever you do, learn to be humble and thankful, never give up, and most importantly, always have fun.
Credentials:
2nd Degree Black Belt
Level II NCCP Certification (Dojo Instructor)
Red Cross First Aid
Dojo Assistant Instructor : Terrance Kobes
Sensei Terrance officially joined our coaching team last year by taking his Judo Dojo Assistant Course with NCCP. He is currently a brown belt working towards his Shodan (1st Degree black belt). Terrance has been practicing martial arts from a young age. He has a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, Brown Belt in Korean Hapkido, and a Brown Belt in Judo. He has a passion for competing as well as passing on his knowledge to his students. When not on the mats he enjoys spending time with his 6 kids and running his business.
Credentials:
Brown Belt (Judo) , Black Belt (Tae Kwon Do) Brown Belt (Korean Hapkido)
Level I NCCP Certification (Dojo Assistant Instructor)- Certification in progress
Dojo Assistant Instructor : Kellen Antoniuk
I started my judo journey in 2022 at Ryu Senshi Judo Club and earned my brown belt in 2026. My introduction to judo came through providing medical coverage at several tournaments, where I quickly developed an interest in the sport and decided to step onto the mat myself.
In April 2026, I completed the NCCP Dojo Assistant course and am currently working toward completing my certification. I’m also a Certified Athletic Therapist and hold a Sports First Responder certification. Before discovering judo, I was involved in a variety of sports, including soccer, football, and Australian Rules football. I’m excited to continue learning and growing in judo while helping create a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone on the mat.
Credentials:
Brown Belt (Judo)
Level I NCCP Certification (Dojo Assistant Instructor)- Certification in progress
Certified Athletic Therapist
Sports First Responder certification