WELCOME TO SHIVA FIGHTERS KARATE SCHOOL
Shiva Fighters Karate School was founded by Sensei Shiva Vadivelu in 1989. Sensei Shiva Vadivelu is continuing to practice “Shito-ryu, Shotokan, and Goju-ryu” styles in Karate. Also have trained Kuthuvarisai, Kalari, Kobudo - Silambam, Nunchaku, Tonfa, Samurai, Sai under Dai Sensei Moses Thilak.
The karate school originally began in India and then branched out into Canada with one location, Toronto in 1997. With cooperation from students, parents, and the community, the karate school has grown and spanned all across the GTA. Shiva Fighters Karate School is a proud member of the Ontario Karate Federation which is the Sport Governing Body for Karate in Ontario (PSO). Members of Ontario Karate have a unique opportunity to compete at the provincial, national, international levels, Olympic and also access to many Grants.
This made possible through Ontario Karate’s membership with Karate Canada which, in turn, is the only Canadian organization that is a member of the World Karate Federation as well as the Canadian Olympic Committee. Members wishing to explore other ways to engage in their local karate community can also take advantage of many exciting and rewarding volunteer opportunities including 5 Elite Tournaments and over 7 Recreational League tournaments per year.
Sensei Shiva Vadivelu is the President of the Ontario Karate Federation since 2019 and also the Board of directors of the Ontario Karate Federation since 2016, one of the main founders of the Ontario Karate Federation. He was the Karate Ontario tournament commissioner from 2008 to 2015, executive director from 2012 to 2015. He had taken a very challenging path and a diplomatic lead to the betterment of karate in Ontario in 2016 and he had been successful on his path and done the impossible changes in karate in Ontario Canada with the help of many karate Sensei, Athletes, Coaches, and Clubs, since then the Ontario Karate Federation peacefully improve its capacity and its programs.
Our Mission
Empower our Youth to mature into Individuals who can FIGHT for Respect, Confidence and Discipline, Anti-Bullying and Anti-Discrimination, Healthy Life Style, Positive Sportsman
Our Vision
Building a community based around the Martial Art of Karate to educate, inform and inspire young people for self-betterment, while encouraging lifelong learning and strengthening positive values.
OUR INSTRUCTORS
Sensei Shiva Vadivelu
Sensei Shiva Vadivelu is the Founder of Shiva Fighters Karate Ltd in Ontario, Canada. He was a referee in the All India Karate Federation since 1990, Kata and Kumite Champion. Practicing “Shito-ryu, Shotokan and Goju-ryu” styles in Karate. Also have trained Kuthuvarisai, Kalari, Kobudo – Silambam, Nunchaku, Tonfa, Samurai, Sai under Dai Sensei Moses Thilak.
Sensei Jasleen Bhatti
1st Dan Black Belt
2720 North Park Dr. Brampton
I have been doing karate for over 8 years and started teaching 3 years ago. Initially, I started karate for self-defence and to build confidence. I decided to continue training as it taught me new techniques, challenges, and allowed me to reflect on my progress. During my competitive years, I have obtained multiple medals in both kata and kumite. Now, I work towards teaching beginner level students various techniques, katas, and kumite with characteristics of discipline and responsibility. I want to share the positive impacts of karate on my life with others. Along with karate, I do active volunteer work around the community and am currently pursuing post secondary.
Sensei Pankaj Saini
Sensei Pankaj is a second Degree (Shotokan) Black Belt in Karate.He has been involved in martial arts for over 20 years by achieving great result in Italian team in youth category, he started practicing just as a self defence but by time it became an habit and a dream of reaching the podium.He is teaching full-time at SFK (SHIVA FIGHTER KARATE) from 2016 , Pankaj is also certified coach and referee in Karate Ontario.
Sensei Pankaj achieved many certification in his teaching adventure that he thinks are important for living in nowadays community , some of which are FIRST AID -CPR and my course for law enforcement and mental health. When he is not on the mats, you can find Pankaj running, exercising at the gym , or at the vetrinary clinic working with big animals.
Sensei Thirijambavan Kathirgamanathan
Black Belt Level: 2nd Dan
Location: UPSANDBATTERY, Richmond Hill – Technician
My love for karate began in childhood, and it has been a part of my life ever since. Practicing daily helped me build self-confidence and even reduced my asthma symptoms. I’ve trained in karate from a young age up to my 36th year and have been teaching since 2010. I’ve also worked as a referee for over 10 years, including the past two years in Canada. In Sri Lanka, I competed at the national level, winning gold three times in the Whole Island Inter-University Championships (2006–2010) and six times in the Eastern Province Championships. I was selected twice for the World University Karate Championship, but couldn’t participate due to the war. Outside of karate, I work as a technician and aim to become even better in my field. I enjoy making new friends and am passionate about learning new languages and skills in Canada.