Once you become a member of this school you are expected to show a sincere commitment to the study of karate. You must demonstrate a genuine desire to learn and absorb the knowledge and information that is presented to you. You must also learn to accept your responsibilities as a member of this school to uphold the standards in technique and in character. In particular developing humility and good manners.

The study of karate requires an enormous amount of your time. It is a way of life that requires perseverance and commitment. It is also a discipline, in this school, that encourages proper human relationships and challenges the individual to reach for new heights. From time to time, you will find the training demanding some sacrifices on other areas of your life. This does not mean that karate should be your first in priority.  But it does mean determination from you and every effort to make available to yourself all the opportunities to promote your understanding of karate and your growth as an individual.

You must study diligently and study with humility. To master the techniques you must practice endlessly and with greater endeavor. The road to perfection is long . There is no other means but patience, perseverance and hard work.. Do not be overcome by discouragement as this only defeats the mind. Understand the course of your training will be charted by many ups and downs, and it will be a continuous challenge throughout your life as long as you continue to train. It will test your mental fortitude and it will stretch and mold the fabric of your whole character. The knowledge is limitless and perfection is a life-long pursuit. I hope you will take on this challenge seriously and honestly.

Andrew has been with the club on and off for 20 years, returned recently to achieve Shodan Rank. Competed in Tournament level events across the island, and on the mainland throughout childhood and teenage years. Helps instruct with beginner & advanced classes.

Andrew runs two of our satellite clubs. Att Christ Church Cathedral and at Vic West Community Centre.

Steve began studying karate with the club at age 10. A regular tournament goer in his teens, Steve has competed at the provincial level. After a long hiatus to focus on career and family, Steve is back and can be found at the teen/adult classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays and helping teach on Saturday mornings. Steve currently works for the Department of National Defence as an electrician.

Jennifer Dunn has been with the club since 2004 and has been helping with the youth classes.  Prior to having children, she studied Shotokan Karate in Canada and the UK for about 12 years where she received her first black belt.  Jennifer works at the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory developing software for telescopes around the world.  She is married and has 3 children.

Shivonne joined the club in 2003, and has been helping with the kids program since 2010. In her earlier years she competed in tournaments, in both kumite and kata. Now attending Camosun College, studying under the University Transfer program to obtain her Bachelors of Arts Degree in Psychology. 

David has been with the club since 2011. He was involved in other types of martial arts before Karate. He is very happy to practice karate and enjoys helping out with the youth classes when possible.  David is a scientist working on different projects with UVic and other organizations.  He enjoys hiking, scuba diving and rowing as well.

Amanda has been part of the club since 2007 and has been involved in teaching the youth groups since shortly after she joined.
She competes regularly at Island's and Provincialy type tournaments and, in the near future, she plans on becoming involved as a referee/judge as well. 
Amanda is currently employed as an accountant with a local firm..

After training in Judo for six years,  George began his karate training in 1959 at Canada's first karate dojo, under the tutelage of O'Sensei Masami Tsuruoka, now 10th Dan. In 1962, George participated in the first karate tournament held in Canada in Toronto.  Promoted to Shodan in 1965 by Dr. Chitose 10th Dan, George continued his training throughout North America, Europe, India, China, Okinawa, and Japan in karate and other  martial arts. He still considers himself a student of Tsuruoka O'Sensei.
He trained in Chito-ryu, Shotokan and Goju-ryu styles prior to Shito-ryu at Victoria Renshikan. George is a certified karate Provincial Senior Referee and Coach.
Since retiring from his profession as a sport medicine practitioner in the late1980's, George has consulted and volunteered with various organizations and housing societies to provide aid and shelter to the less fortunate.

Sarah has been part of the club since 2004 and has been involved in teaching the kids classes since 2010.  She regularly competes in tournaments at the local and provincial level. Sarah is currently attending Camosun College.

Cooper has been studying Karate with Victoria Renshikan for 10 years.
He will be  graduating from Claremont High School in 2020 and hopes to pursue a career in law enforcement.

Jayden did her first karate class at the club when she was 4 years old, earning her black belt in 2013. She has been helping teach the youth classes since 2010. She enjoys karate tournaments, and has competed at the local, provincial and international level. Jayden currently attends Stelly's Secondary where she is a member of the rock climbing academy.

Peter has been training for approximately 15 years and has been regularly instructing with the youth classes for several years.  Peter is now an MD practicing in Comox

Gary is a Black Belt and has been with Victoria Renshikan as an instructor since the mid nineties. His natural ability to connect with children and exceptional teaching skills with beginners makes Gary the ideal choice for leading the beginner classes on Saturdays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.

Before retiring, Gary was a supervisor with VIHA

Uma joined the club in 2008 and has been involved in teaching youth classes since 2012. Since joining, she has enjoyed competing in both kata and kumite. She is currently an honour roll secondary student. 

Since joining the club in 2006, Alyshia has been a regular member in both attending and now instructing classes. In her earlier years, Alyshia participated in many tournaments and competitions, performing in both kata and kumite.
Now attending the University of Victoria, Alyshia now aspires to pursue a career in Law after receiving her undergraduate degree in the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Jim joined the Victoria Renshikan club in 2004 after entering his (5 yr old) daughter Sydney, in the a Tournament in Victoria…after watching Sydney compete, he thought it reasonable he get a better understanding of what was “going on” and wise that he learned how to block! After earning his 3rd Kyu (Green Belt) in 2006, Jim began working with the Saturday classes continuing until he earned his Shodan (Black Belt) in 2011. Jim has relocated to Whitehorse for a couple of years and still trains with Sydney and Luke.

Kaitlyn has been part of the club since 2000. She has competed in tournaments in kata, kumite, team kata and weapons. She is currently studying Creative Writing at Uvic.

David has been a part of the club since 2009, and previously studied at the Kelowna dojo under Sensei Tom Mah and before that in Prince Rupert. He started his karate training in 1999. He is currently studying Computer Science and Physics at the University of Victoria, as part of the officer training program with the Canadian Forces.