INSTRUCtors

THE SHUDOKAN DOJO's Instructors

The Shudokan Dojo instructors are world-class martial artists who have trained extensively in Aikido and are passionate about passing on the teachings of the dojo’s founder, Thamby Rajah Kancho. These individuals have a deep desire to help students of all ages and levels achieve their goals and become the best versions of themselves through the practice of Aikido. With their expert knowledge and guidance, students can expect to learn the fundamentals of Aikido while also developing their physical and mental strength. The Shudokan Dojo instructors are dedicated to creating a safe and supportive learning environment that fosters growth, respect, and a lifelong love of martial arts.

Joe Thambu

Joe Thambu

Shuseki Shihan, Aikido Shudokan International

Thambu Shihan, the Chief Instructor of Aikido Shudokan, has been a practitioner of Aikido for over 50 years. During this time, he has trained under many great Instructors, including; Soke Shioda Gozo, the founder of Yoshinkan Aikido, Inoue Kyoichi Kancho, Chida Tsutomu Shihan and Takeno Takefumi Shihan, all influential Aikido teachers, Thamby Rajah Sensei, Don Draeger Sensei, Soke Obata Toshishiro, the founder of Shinkendo and Shihan Nariyama Tetsuro, the Chief Instructor of Tomiki Aikido. All of these instructors are world-renowned Martial Artists.

Noveen Mannath

Noveen Mannath

Shidoin, Aikido Shudokan Malaysia

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Ramlan Ortega

Ramlan Ortega

Shihan, Aikido Shudokan Malaysia & Singapore

Ramlan Ortega Shihan is the Chief Instructor of Aikido Shudokan Singapore and has a 6th Dan (Aikido) ranking. He founded Yoshinkan Aikido in Singapore and is a Board of Director of Institute of Physical Science Culture & Arts (IPSCA). Ramlan Ortega Shihan is a Registered Exercise Therapist with Malaysia Society of Complementary Therapy and has Level 1 Sports Science (National Coaching Certification Scheme – National Sports Council of Malaysia). He has trained under world-renowned Aikido teachers

Gavin Gardner

Dotokai Sensei

Gavin Gardner

Kent Yew

Kent Yew

Kyoshi, Aikido Shudokan Malaysia

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Eda Rodgers

Goju-ryu Sensei

Eda Rodgers