• Instructor certification Ajahn Khan Phady 2004
• Instructor certification Burklerk Pinsinchai 2006
• WMF National Representative 2006-2011
• IAMTF International Judge and referee certification 2001
• IMTF International Judge and referee certification 2003
• WMF International Judge and referee certification A class 2011
• CAMTAO Full Instructor 2003

Growing up I was always a huge fan of Martial arts and boxing. I have always been fascinated by the idea of using technique and intelligence to defeat an opponent. This interest brought me to MAS, where I was exposed to Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu. Under the tutelage of Kru Chris Kew I trained and competed in Muay Thai, winning various National and North American titles. Along the way I began training Jiu Jitsu, as I wanted to become a well-rounded martial artist and compete in Mixed Martial Arts. Jiu Jitsu taught me that with technique and leverage, size and physical advantage can be defeated. I have always been small so this concept appealed to me. I began learning about the rich history and culture of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and our Renzo Gracie Lineage. Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu is a style that has proven to be one of the most effective schools of Jiu Jitsu, proven in both mixed martial arts and grappling competition. I earned my Blue Belt under Renzo Gracie Black Belt Professor Pat Cooligan in 2016. I have now been training at the MAS Academy of Martial Arts for 7 years, where I have represented the academy in not only Muay thai competition but Jiu Jitsu and MMA competition as well. For the past 2 years I have been teaching as one of the Head Jiu Jitsu instructors at the Academy, while still actively competing. Training at MAS has instilled in me values of confidence, discipline and work ethic. My life has been shaped for the better and I believe the MAS Academy of Martial Arts can do the same for you!

Tony Pham has been training at MAS Thai Boxing since 2009. He has competed for numerous years in Muaythai/K1 kickboxing as an amateur both locally and internationally before deciding to take on a role as an instructor. He received his level 1 coaching certificate with Combat Sports Canada in 2013 and received his purple pratcha in 2017. Tony is currently the main instructor of the Senior Strikers program which ranges from the ages of 10-16 years old and has been so for the past two years. He firmly believes Martial Arts is an integral part of ones personal growth. Discipline, Dedication and Determination will shape ones self worth and the hard work done in the gym carries over into life.

Muay Thai is for mom’s too!! Growing up I was always active and enjoyed my extra time involved in all the team sports my small town had to offer. Staying active and involved proved to be more difficult once children came along until I found MAS academy where my children and I can train simultaneously– it’s been 6 years and several amateur bouts since my 1st trial class but I was instantly hooked! I am now the instructor for the women’s program, where, regardless of our current level of conditioning, I want to share my Muay Thai knowledge to create a fun environment to help us achieve our fitness goals!

Stefan J Dronjak has been working with MAS since 2014.At the MAS Academy of Martial Arts, Stefan instructs and guides the members from varies programs. From the kids programs, summer camps and parties, to the advanced adult classes.

Stefan’s well planned and well-taught classes will engage you in the beautiful and playful science behind the art of Muay Thai. Stefan is a very experienced boxer, thai fighter and student under Kru Yai Chris Kew.

Scott Mills is our BJJ Instructor. Scott is a Purple belt under Pat Cooligan in Renzo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. Scott has won Many National Tournaments and competed world wide in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu.

Barbie is a Blue belt after winning the white belt division at the Abu Daubi World Jui-Jitsu Festval.

Barbie delivers a curriculum of Renzo gracie Jui-Jitsu with a solid base of character development.

Isabelle Lacroix has been training, competing and working out of MAS Academy since 2012. She’s been working with the Bulldog program since, and recently took over the Women’s program as well. During her time here, she’s also graduated the Early Childhood Education Program at Conestoga College April 2016.

Now Isabelle directs the Kids Program and proceeds to expand it. She’s accomplished a lot in such a short time period.