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"The art of war teaches us to rely not on the likelihood of the enemy's not coming, but on our own readiness to receive him; not on the chance of his not attacking, but rather on the fact that we have made our position unassailable."
- Sun Tzu

Lifesaving Skills, Self-Defense and Personal Preparedness

With over 26 years participating and training in martial arts, and 4 years in the Canadian Forces, John has developed the discipline and mindset necessary for optimal personal performance. With this experience and expertise John understands the needs of and provides effective and supportive coaching to athletes of a wide range of abilities.

In 2007, after a 16-year career in IT and 4 years in the military, John decided that it was time to share his passion and enthusiasm for fitness and nutrition with others and to legitimize his desire to hang out at the gym all day. John’s goal is to create an environment where good times and hard work collide head on, forging fun-loving folks into elite health and conditioning.

Crossfit Experience

* Level 1 Certified CrossFit Trainer
(CrossFit East/JSO, Jacksonville Florida, June 2008)
* Trainer at CrossFit Orillia (2 Years)
* Judge, CrossFit Ontario Challenge, 2009


Martial Arts Training

* Hybrid Fighting Method, Associate Instructor
* Jiu Jitsu
* Combat Jiu Jitsu
* Judo
* Aikido
* Karate
* Kenpo
* Kickboxing
* Submission Grappling
* Ninpo Taijutsu
* Aikijutsu (LEO Defensive Tactics)
* Military Unarmed Combat
* Kickboxing Instructor

Military Background

* 4 years Combat Medic with service at NDHQ, attachment to 2 CDO, Canadian Airborne & member of the National Capital Base Defense Force.

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