Team
Welcome to Shotokan Karate YXE, where tradition, discipline, and excellence come together under the guidance of our dedicated instructors. Our team brings decades of experience, passion, and deep respect for Karate. Each instructor is committed to fostering a positive and empowering environment, helping students of all ages and skill levels reach their full potential—whether they are stepping onto the dojo floor for the first time or training for advanced mastery.
Meet the dedicated team behind Shotokan Karate YXE below and discover the expertise and leadership that make our dojo a place of learning, challenge, and achievement.
Our Instructors…
Sensei Brad Berrns
Chief Instructor & Technical Director
50+ years studying martial arts
4th Degree Black Belt – New World Shotokan Karate Association
3rd Degree Black Belt – Karate Canada
3rd Degree Black Belt – Japan Karate Shoto Federation
Multi-time National Gold Medalist
Head Coach – Saskatchewan High Performance Karate Association
Head Coach – Team Sask Karate (2023 Jeux du Canada Games)
Karate Canada & Coaching Association of Canada Certified – NCCP Competition Development
Karate Canada & Coaching Association of Canada Facilitator Trained
Sensei Ashley Berrns
Instructor
30+ years studying martial arts
2nd Degree Black Belt – Japan Karate Shoto Federation
Multi-time National Gold Medalist
Sensei Stephen Carruthers
Head Assistant Instructor
25+ years studying martial arts
3rd Degree Black Belt – New World Shotokan Karate Association
Karate Canada & Coaching Association of Canada Certified – NCCP Competition Development Trained
Karate Canada & Coaching Association of Canada Facilitator Trained
Assistant Head Coach – Saskatchewan High Performance Karate Association
Take the First Step on Your Karate Journey Today!
Shotokan Karate YXE is more than just a dojo – it’s a path to confidence, strength, and personal achievement. Whether you’re training for self-defense, fitness, competition, or personal growth, we have the perfect program for you.