Meet Our Instructors

Senpai "Saif Almodares" (Nidan).

The instructor is a lifelong martial artist with over two decades of experience in both traditional and full-contact disciplines. He began his martial arts journey at a young age under the guidance of his father, a pioneering judo instructor, which established a strong foundation in technical discipline and respect for martial arts tradition.

He later resumed formal judo training under a senior practitioner from his father’s lineage. During his teenage years in the early 1990s, he broadened his combat experience by training in kickboxing with a competitive team, further developing striking ability and ring experience.

In 1998, he transitioned to Kyokushin Karate, where his dedication and performance led to the achievement of Sho-dan (1st Dan) in 2001.

Continuing his development, he joined Shinkyokushin Karate in 2004. In recognition of his long-term commitment, technical proficiency, and contribution to the art, he was later awarded Ni-dan (2nd Dan) in 2015.