MEET THE TEAM
MEYSAM RANJBAKHSH
Head Coach
Specialising in Kyokushin Karate and Strength and Conditioning, Meysam started training at a very young age.
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Meysam has competed and ranked in state, national and international tournaments, placing in both Iranian National and Australian National Championships. He placed first in the South-East Asian Championships, and as an experienced third-dan black belt, Meysam brings a world of experience to Warriors Martial Arts.
SARAH RANJBAKHSH
Karate Instructor, Nutritionist (MHumNtr)
Sarah began her training in Kyokushin in 2008, and began teaching shortly after gaining her black belt in 2013. Sarah has competed in both full-contact and kata competitions gaining valuable experience to pass on to her students, and enjoys helping young students build confidence, have fun and be active through martial arts.
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Sarah has also completed her Masters in Nutrition, and enjoys helping to educate about healthier eating for optimal results. Sarah brings invaluable experience and expertise to Warriors.
SAIED KARSAZ
Mixed Martial Arts Coach
COMING SOON
ABIHA SHAIKH
Karate Instructor
Abiha started training Kyokushin when she was a young teenager, and has now been training for 6 years. Competing in both full-contact and kata competitions, Abiha has gained valuable tournament experience to pass on to her students.
Committed to her training, and having worked hard to earn her black belt, Abiha continues to develop her expertise by expanding her training with other styles of martial arts. Abiha is dedicated and passionate about helping her students improve and enjoys seeing them progress.
NICHOLAS BARICEVIC
Assistant Instructor
Nicholas started training kickboxing and MMA in 2015. Since starting martial arts, Nicholas has competed in submission grappling and full contact karate tournaments gaining valuable experience.
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As an assistant instructor for junior karate and mixed martial arts classes, he enjoys teaching martial arts to younger kids and seeing them improve and progress in their training.
GURMEEN BENIPAL
Assistant Instructor
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Gurmeen began her training in 2017, and has consistently progressed through the ranks. With big goals which require a big commitment, Gurmeen is the epitome of dedication, which she demonstrates in her technique and her competition. Most recently, Gurmeen competed and placed second for her division for the 2024 All Japan National Championships, held in Osaka, Japan.
Gurmeen continues to compete in full-contact karate and enjoys helping younger students learn and progress.
ALIZAA ALI
Assistant Instructor
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Alizaa commenced her training in 2017, dedicating herself to continuously polishing her skills and techniques in order to improve upon herself with each training session. Alizaa enjoys helping other students not only improve in their martial arts skills, but in their growth as individuals as well.
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"Training at Warriors Martial Arts has helped me foster confidence and discipline in a friendly environment. I aim to provide the same experience to younger students, encouraging them to achieve their goals both on and off the mats."
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-Alizaa Ali
JASMINE BARICEVIC
Assistant Instructor
Jasmine started her martial arts journey in 2022 and quickly fell in love with her training. Her hard work and dedication is shown in her progress, and she enjoys helping other students learn.
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"As coming to Warriors Martial Arts has allowed me to develop individually, I hope to give younger students the opportunity to feel comfortable in finding new ways to express themselves as well".
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- Jasmine B
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ALACAZAR
Customer Service Agent
Warriors Martial Arts' very own Happiness Hero manning our front desk!
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"Working at Warriors Martial Arts, I want to ensure every member feels welcome and valued. As I currently study nursing, I aim to create a positive impact on the lives of those around me, one act of compassion at a time."
- Ara A