"Shane is very competent and knowledgeable in the self-defense
field. He was able to adapt his lessons to meet the special needs
as much as their abilities allowed."
Lou Vescio
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"Shane Weaver has the knowledge of various techniques that can
be modified to suit an level and class configuration. The safety
aspects in this type of activity is paramount, and is always
enforced to keep all participation at the appropriate intensity
level."
Lisa Sernasie
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"Mr. Weaver teaches participants to approach self-defence in a
responsible manner. I believe his techniques could be utilized
effectively at the secondary school level and would not hesitate to
recommend him for presentation at that level."
Elda Jackson
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"Working with Sensei Shane has given me so much drive in my
everyday life. I truly believe my life would be different if i
didn't have the influence of Sensei in my life."
Daniel Read
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"His leadership program for younger students goes well beyond
martial arts. It focuses on teaching kids skills, the importance of
education, respect, and the benefits of hard work all through
activities done in class."
Jon Esau
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"Shane tirelessly and consistently teaches his students
responsibility, integrity, unmatched moral values and takes a
genuine personal interest in ensuring they are focused on obtaining
their academic and career goals."
Greg Button
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"Shane is a good leader for his students because he is patient,
level headed and devoted. His students also all have a high respect
for him."
Roger Sicard
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"It is obvious to me that Sensei Shane cares and prides himself
on his positive relationships not only with his students but also
with their parents. The programs his students follow develop
personal self esteem, confidence and leadership."
S. James Heywood
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"Shane has demonstrated to have a great deal of patience and
understands that little steps in learning go a long way. He always
knows his students well and they are comfortable and at ease with
him, they enjoy having him as a teacher and look forward to going
to Jiu Jitsu. "
Frank Alunni
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"Shane has had an extreme influence in my life by teaching me
the discipline and techniques of kickboxing which have applied to
my own life. Every class was a positive learning experience."
June McCarthy
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"The instruction I received was professional and inspiring. As
his student he helped me to achieve my black belt level in Jiu
Jitsu and I consider it an honour to be a Sensei in his
Dojo."
Rich Rustenburg
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"We like how Shane teaches the children; he shows them that no
matter what you can do anything. Shane does not just encourage
these qualities inside the studio but in their personal everyday
lives as well."
Carolin Muraca
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"Sensei Shane is a mentor who teaches and practices 'pay it
forward' and 'paying it back'. His commitment to instilling
character and respect in his martial arts students is revered as
impeccable."
Tiina L. Kupper
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"Sensei Shane is committed to student excellence both in the
dojo and within the broader community. Sensei Shane is respected by
his student and parent community alike."
David Gill
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"I would like to commend Shane on his commitment to Red Griffin
Studio. He has put in countless hours of work to create a safe and
educational environment for all his students. I applaud his
approach in nurturing this portion of our communities'
population."
Nicki Hand
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"Sensei Shane I believe respects his students, pays close
attention to what their situations is and shows them a path on to
achieve their goal no matter how out of reach it may seem. Not by
just handing it to them. But by making them work hard, making them
aware of what they are capable of and pushing them to fight to be
the person they set out to be. Enforcing in each of them, that
nothing is out of reach no matter what their circumstances is, no
goal is unreachable."
Tricia Raimondi
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"Shane earned my respect with his eagerness, his responsibility
to commitment as well having the ability to understand at a young
age the importance of giving back."
Colette Trabucco
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"In observing Shane's leadership of my daughter's class and
experiencing his guidance during my own classes, I have come to
respect his teaching ability and approach. To the younger students
he brings an easy yet authoritative manner to his classes, high
expectations and a determination to bring out the potential in each
child. To the adult classes he brings an attitude of respect and
ease."
Heather Kiteley
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"Mr. Weaver has served our community and mentored our youth for
many years with flawless character and unprecedented dedication to
the well being of our youth and our community. At all times, I have
found Mr. Weaver to be dependable, professional, conscientious,
honest and respectful."
Jennifer Dmytryshyn
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"As a colleague in the martial arts industry, I can honestly say
that he displays the true values of a leader. His ability to
promote the benefits of training, develop camaraderie and garner
respect from his students was immediately evident. I have witnessed
his studio develop over these twelve years, and his students grow
into quality martial artists, but more importantly is that the
character of his students are exemplary."
Gerry DiSanto