Jon (1st Dan) trained in Kyokushin Karate for more than a decade under the guidance of the late Shihan Laurier Goudreault, and has been the lead instructor in Kyokushin Karate at the Ottawa Aikikai Dojo since 2025. His teaching focuses on fundamentals (kihon), kata, conditioning, and sparring (kumite). Students can expect high intensity classes where everyone trains according to their level and abilities. Training under Jon’s instruction aims to develop strong discipline, self-confidence, leadership, respect, and resilience.