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Kenneth Brake
Shu-Shiwa
1st Degree Black Belt - Judo
2nd Degree Black Belt - Kito Ryu Jujutsu
3rd Degree Black - Ai Ki Jujutsu
I began Martial Arts as an adolescent, thanks to the commitment of my first Judo Sensei. I practiced Bushido over four decades, training in Judo, Shotokan Karate, Kempo, Taekwondo, Aiki Jitsu, Kick Boxing, and Aikido. I am grateful for health, family, friends, home, opportunity, and many gifts including Ken Ryu Jujutsu Society Members and Ambassadors. I value ethical practices, informed decision-making, effective teamwork, healthy environments, psychological safety, life-long learning, peer mentorship, diversity, and inclusion. As a nationally certified Martial Arts instructor, adult educator, and safety consultant I enjoy teaching, coaching, engaging, and creating. I practice and promote personal awareness, achievement, and healthy balanced living. My Bushido informs that life must have purpose and meaning as described in the Japanese term “ikigai” – “your reason for being”. Traditional knowledge also teaches “there is no life greater than one lived in service to others”.
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Christopher Brake
Senpai Chris
Registered Physical Therapist
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Senpai Christopher is a Physical Therapist working in the Comox Valley, British Columbia. Christopher received his Master's of Physical Therapy Degree from the University of British Columbia. Christopher has a passion for increasing access to health and fitness for all. No exceptions. Christopher brings considerable knowledge and experience of sport, strength and conditioning, and public health specialities together for a collaborative approach to each client's care. When not working with clients, Christopher is in the mountains or on the water with friends and family.
Justin Lang
Sensei Justin
Black Belt - Judo
As an avid practitioner of the martial arts since the age of 16, I have decided at this stage of life to contribute some of my knowledge and experience to the community I live in. I began my journey in 1998 with the traditional Japanese Martial arts of Aikido and Classical Japanese Jiu Jitsu. In the early/mid 2000’s I became more engrossed in the grappling/competitive arts of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo, having achieved my black belt in Judo and ranking as a 3 stripe Purple Belt in BJJ. Most importantly, I have accumulated many valuable life lessons throughout my career that can apply to life in general. We all face personal hardships in our daily lives and I have always found Martial Arts training as a place of solace. I look forward to sharing my knowledge and experience with any students of Ken Ryu JuJutsu Society!
Dr. Bin Lee
Doctor of traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture in residence
Dr. Lee is a Registered Acupuncturist and Herbalist in BC, holding a Diploma of Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine from the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. With extensive experience, he has helped countless individuals improve their well-being through acupuncture, herbal remedies, and personalized care.
Passionate about holistic health, Dr. Lee is dedicated to empowering patients with effective, tailored treatments.
Advay K.
Senpai
Honor Student
Probationary Black Belt
Meet Advay, our first and valued student who has already earned the rank of Senpai. Advay came into our Martial Arts Community with respectable Bushido knowledge and respectful practices. This was demonstrated by a great respect for himself, his family,and the community. Though a young man, Senpai was very learned in the Martial Arts, knowing our founders, traditions, and values. He also brought life skills, abilities, and maturity that far exceeded his age. In exchange for receiving high quality teaching in our martial art, Senpai showed his gratitude by volunteering with Ken Ryu Jujutsu Society as Director of Social Media communication. Senpai completed and gifted this entirewebsite for our use. In mutual respect we find mutual benefit. In this spirit, as per our mission, we provide Senpai with the best possible martial art experience. We are mindful and appreciative that Advay chose Ken Ryu Jujutsu.