Our Instructors
At Coogee Kyokushin Karate Dojo, we have classes for Children as well as for Adults. All classes are run by experienced instructors who are qualified under the Australian Kyokushin Karate Association. We are all passionate about Kyokushin Karate, and dedicated to inspiring and developing our students in their martial arts training.
Sensei Lisa Hodder - Sandan (3rd Dan Black Belt)
Sensei Lisa is a highly experienced Full-Contact fighter and Kyokushin Karate instructor. Beginning her training in Griffith in 2007, Sensei Lisa has vast knowledge in many areas of Kyokushin Karate. With over 10 years of Full-Contact fight experience, she has represented Australia at International competitions on 5 different occasions and holds State, National and International titles. In March 2018 Sensei Lisa successfully completed the 50 Man Kumite Test, as the second female ever to complete the gruelling feat.
Sensei Ai Ikeda - Sandan (3rd Dan Black Belt)
In 1998, at the age of 10, Sensei Ai began training in Kyokushin Karate under the late Hanshi John Taylor, and continues to love everything about karate. With National titles across Full-Contact, Non-Contact and Kata disciplines, Sensei Ai has experience in a range of competition at State, National and International levels. Sensei Ai has represented Australia at 6 International Full-Contact tournaments, and is passionate about passing on the knowledge acquired from such experiences. Outside of the dojo, Sensei Ai is a keen animator.
Senpai Ivonne Schneidenbach
Nidan (2nd Dan Black Belt)
Senpai Ivonne started her journey in Kyokushin Karate, following after her son, Senpai Tadeo, and quickly took to the martial art herself. Over the years, Senpai Ivonne has competed in non-contact, full-contact and kata competitions, taking out state and national titles. Senpai attained her shodan in 2018 and her nidan in 2022.
Senpai Paul Wooton
Shodan (1st Dan Black Belt)
Attaining his black belt in 2020 Senpai Paul has vast amounts of experience and knowledge in Kyokushin Karate. In addition to karate classes, Senpai Paul teaches a fitness and conditioning class tailored towards karateka. Senpai is a huge part of the community and is joined at the dojo by his whole family!
