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Kando Martial Arts proudly serving Melbourne since 1997
Kando Martial Arts has Classes in Hughesdale, Rowville, Highett, Blackburn South, Knox & Ashburton. Perfect for Kids, Teens, and Adults Martial Arts Lessons.
Who we Are And why You Should Train Here
Since we’ve opened, we’ve been dedicated to changing the lives of people one person at a time, through martial arts, education and coaching. We strive to provide a safe, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all students and family members. We take pride in creating an environment for individuals to achieve, develop and succeed in their personal goals.
We strongly believe that martial arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender or experience levels. Throughout all of our programs, students will not only learn the necessary skill sets to protect themselves, we stand behind our realistic and practical approach, confident it will enable every member to achieve greatness and live their best life..
Get To Know Our World Class Instructors
Paul Veldman
CHIEF INSTRUCTOR - ROWVILLE
rowville@kandomartialarts.com.au
Phone. (03) 9763 2220
Kando was established in 1997 by Head Instructor Shihan (Teacher’s Teacher) Paul Veldman.
Shihan Paul holds a 5th degree in karate, and began training at the age of 13 in Freestyle Karate. He later started training in the traditional karate of Shukokai, achieving his black belt in 1995.
Since then Shihan Paul has continued his love of karate, especially the focus, camaraderie, and personal growth it fosters. He has trained in kickboxing and boxing, and is still actively training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Philippine Martial arts and Sword.
Shihan was a member of Victoria Police for 17 years. During his career he spent time as an operational general duties member, as a member of the Force Response Unit, and later as a Police Instructor and “Train the Trainer” in Firearms, Defensive Tactics, Conflict Management and Forced Building Entry. As part of these duties he would conduct research and development into Police Tactics and Training.
During his time in Victoria Police, he was also a Siege and Hostage Negotiator, and Close Personal Protection Officer.
Combining his training of martial arts into his knowledge of what will really work on the street has contributed to making the Kando curriculum realistic and effective as well as great fun to train.
Shihan Paul also holds a Diploma of Sport (Coaching), Diploma of Sport (Management), Certificate IV in Workplace Training & Assessment, and is a NCAS Level 1 Coach through the Australian Karate Federation (AKF) and Karate Victoria (KV).
Jesse McInnes
HEAD INSTRUCTOR - HUGHESDALE
info@kandomartialarts.com.au
Phone. (03) 9579 7999
Inspired by the Power Rangers, Sensei Jesse began training at Kando at 6 years old.
Now a professional Martial Artist, Instructor and Dojo Manager, he currently holds a 4th degree black-belt in karate and a blue-belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He also has experience in traditional Japanese weaponry and extreme kicks and tricks.
Sensei Jesse has been instructing with Kando for 10 years and has contributed a lot in that time. One of Sensei Jesse’s most important contributions is the coordination and running of the instructor training. From the Junior Leadership Team, guiding them to be the leaders of the future, to Senior Instructors, ensuring high quality tuition at all Kando locations.
Having grown up training at Kando, Sensei Jesse understands the impact that martial arts has on people. Leading by example, he strives to be a positive role model and encourage his students to lead healthy active lives. His passion and enthusiasm for teaching martial arts to all is felt in his energetic classes which will have you smiling, sweating, and learning something valuable every time.
Andy Muser
HEAD INSTRUCTOR – KNOX
knox@kandomartialarts.com.au
Phone. (03) 9800 5454
Sensei Andy began Martial Arts with Kando at the age of 12 after being bullied by some older children. Over 15 years of training in the junior program and then with the Teen & Adult class, Martial Arts gave him the confidence to grow the person he has now become.
Sensei Andy has been teaching with Kando for over 10 years. In 2015 Sensei Andy switched dojo’s from Kando Hughesdale to Kando Rowville and helped grow the club into the second biggest Kando Club. He is now starting the journey for his own Kando Club in Knox.
Sensei Andy has been planning to open his own dojo for such a long time, he knew that’s what he was going to do since he was 18.
He has studied Exercise and Sports Science from Victoria University and holds a Bachelor of Business from Monash University in preparation for the administration side of running his own club.
Sensei Andy is an experienced Martial Artist. He currently holds a 4th Degree Black Belt in Kando, as well as a Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He has also trained in both Freestyle and Greco-Roman Wrestling for 6 years with Team Takedown and Coach Chris Shen. He has also had experience training in Boxing, Kickboxing and Mixed Martial Arts.
Sensei Andy knows that continuing to train in both Martial Arts and other aspects of life is very important to keep a balanced life and to continue to grow.
Chris Schumacher
HEAD INSTRUCTOR – Nunawading
nunawading@kandomartialarts.com.au
Phone: 9008-4545
Hi! I’m Sensei Chris 👋
My students learn self-defence, grow in confidence and practise discipline, all while having heaps of fun. And I absolutely love teaching them.
I started training Karate with Kando at age 7 and fell in love with martial arts. Every new belt felt like a personal victory, and only now do I fully appreciate how much that training shaped me. The confidence, focus and discipline I learned through martial arts carried into every part of my life.
My own journey inspired me to become an instructor. By 14, I had joined the student leadership team and discovered how rewarding it was to encourage others and help them succeed.
Today, I’m proud to be the head instructor of the Nunawading school. Together with our amazing students and parents, we’ve built a family-focused community that I’m incredibly grateful for. Parents often share how their children have become more confident, more focused at school, and more disciplined. Our teen and adult students also tell us how much healthier, stronger and safer they feel.
Even after 20 years, I’m still training and growing. Alongside karate, I’ve explored Muay Thai, Krav Maga and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to broaden my skills and continue learning as a martial artist.
I hold over 10 years of teaching experience, Certificates 3 and 4 in Sports Coaching, AIS-approved coaching modules, a Working with Children Check and First Aid certification. But above all, I care deeply about helping every student realise their potential. I understand the responsibility of being a role model and aim to lead by example, reinforcing strong family values both on and off the mats.
I feel incredibly lucky to support families from nearby communities like Blackburn, Mitcham, Vermont, Donvale and Box Hill, all coming together as part of our Kando Family.
Thanks so much for taking the time to get to know me. I look forward to supporting your family on their martial arts journey.
Justin Qubrosi
HEAD INSTRUCTOR – HIGHETT
highett@kandomartialarts.com.au
Phone. (03) 9555 1202
Sensei Justin is a skilled Martial Artist and a true Kando student. Having started with Kando at the age of 14 with a brief stop to complete his studies, he has now achieved the rank of Yondan (4th Dan).
Alongside his current proficiency at Kando, a Martial Artist first and foremost, Sensei Justin is continuing his study into other disciplines: training under Bear Cave Brazilian Jui Jitsui (currently Blue Belt) with Trent Rice, Guro Raymond Floro Fighting Systems, and Kinetic Fighting – Integrated Combat (KEF-IC) under Paul Cale.
Justin is also a 1st Dan Black Belt under Jissen Budo International (JBI), and regularly trains in kickboxing and boxing with former Muay Thai champion Nick Kara.
He has a passion for teaching and helping others get the most out of their training. With his natural ability to communicate with all age and experience levels combined with his high technical skills, he is a teacher that Kando is proud of.
With his daughter slowly climbing the ranks from the Little Dragons to the Junior Program, Sensei Justin is all too aware of the positive impact Martial Arts can have on families.
Justin holds a Certificate III in Fitness Instruction and is licensed to teach KEF–IC modules A–E.
Evandro Bittarello
HEAD INSTRUCTOR – HIGHETT
highett@kandomartialarts.com.au
Phone. (03) 9555 1202
Sensei Evandro began his Martial Arts journey in Brazil at the age of eight with Judo, learning the basic mechanics until 12, switching to Capoeira where he was titled with the rank of Instructor, teaching kids, adults and kids with special needs.
In between his passion, Evandro also took on further studies to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. Having the opportunity to leave Brazil, he moved to Australia and began a new journey in 2005 with Kando, where we saw his enthusiasm quickly shine through and pour a new energy to the club; setting an example for his son Leo, a star in his own right, and a proud Kando Member. Evandro’s knowledge and application of melding Martial Arts styles gives him a perspective and depth of knowledge of movement that can only come with the time he has spent; invaluable to himself and others as he continues to teach.
To honour his past achievements, Evandro was awarded a Grey Belt, and is now currently rank of Sandan (3rd Degree) in the Kando Syllabus; all the while giving back to the club and wider community through the teaching of Kids and Junior programs.
Evandro also holds a Certificate III in Fitness Instruction.
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