Owner, Head Instructor, and Heartbeat of Kaiten MMA
More Than a Gym—It’s a Legacy, as the longest running MMA , BJJ , and Kickboxing gym in Prince George BC and beyond. Born and raised in Prince George, BC, Karmjeet Manhas is a proud husband, father, and a true lifetime martial artist. He isn’t just the owner of Kaiten Mixed Martial Arts Academy; he is the architect of Northern BC’s premier fight culture. With over 25 years of experience, Karm has evolved from a high school competitor into a National Champion, a business owner, and a world-class Black Belt. His mission is simple: To provide the highest level of technical instruction in a safe, family oriented environment. When you step onto the mats at Kaiten, you are training under a man who has dedicated his life to mastering every aspect of combat.
🏆A Championship Pedigree: Trained by Legends Karm’s technique isn’t learned from YouTube—it is forged in the fire of elite gyms across Canada and validated by world champions. His education includes:
🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Grappling , Black Belt awarded by 5-Time World BJJ & MMA Champion Bibiano Fernandes. Trained directly under UFC veteran, UFC Judge, 3 black belts, National KOTC Champion and 3rd Degree Black Belt Bill Mahood (PG Fight Club/Flash Academy). Blue Belt under Kyle Cardinal, known as the “Father of BJJ in Edmonton” (who has coached over 6 UFC athletes). Sholty BJJ: Started cross training with Murray Sholty , World Sambo & MMA Champion, and Northern BC’s true mixed martial arts expert. Submission Grappling: Trained at Kamloops Submission Academy with Professor Chad Belwood. Former Affiliation: Purple & Brown Belt stripes earned under Professor Don Whitefeild Delariva (West Coast Martial Arts Association).
🥊 Striking & Boxing +Muay Thai: Trained under Frank Lee, the most famous and original Muay Thai coach in Edmonton. Boxing: Trained for 2 years at the legendary Panthers Boxing (where all the most famous pros trained together) locally cross-trained with Wayne Sponagle. Trained closely with the Local Elite: Hosted and trained with Prince George’s best boxing coaches, Kenny and Jag Seerha , for over 7 years directly out of the Kaiten Dojo before they opened up their new gym Inner City PG.
🥋 Taekwondo & Wrestling 3rd Degree Black Belt in ITF Taekwondo under Master John Rousell. National Gold Medalist in continuous sparring divisions. Wrestling: Direct collaboration with award-winning Coach Dennis McCarthy (PG Wrestling Club). Our students and coaches cross-train to strengthen our grappling base. Kaiten wrestling had their own wrestling team in the school system. Coach Karm is proud to honour Coach Dennis as his number one wrestling influence in his life.
🎖️ Military & Amateur Experience Dept. of National Defense. Served as a Martial Arts Instructor at CFB Edmonton, teaching unarmed combat and PT 3r battalion unarmed combat room Competitor: 3 Amateur MMA fights, including Co-Main Event at Rumble in the Cage (Lethbridge) and Extreme Fighting Challenge (Prince George).
Training Partners: Shared the mat with UFC and International Pros including Travis Galbraith, Kajan Johnson, Tim Hague, Luke Harris, and Bill Mahood, and many more
🏗️ The Kaiten Difference: Why Train With Us? Karm didn’t just open a gym; he built a family. His journey includes owning his first school, Appex Martial Arts Fitness Center, and traveling across Western Canada as a Pharmacy Software Specialist—using his travel time to train in dozens of schools and build relationships across every genre of martial arts. What this means for YOU: Proven Results:We have coached fighters who have gone on to compete at the highest levels. All-Ages Environment: From kids learning discipline to adults getting in shape, we are an “All Ages Family Environment.” Complete Skill Set: We don’t just teach one style. We offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, Boxing, and MMA under one roof.
🔥 READY TO CHANGE YOUR LIFE? Don’t just take our word for it. Experience the “Lessons for Life” that Kaiten MMA offers. Whether you want to compete, lose weight, or learn self-defense, we have a spot for you.
🎁 SPECIAL OFFER: TRY YOUR FIRST CLASS FOR FREE! See why we are Prince George’s top-rated martial arts academy. No risk, just results.
Chad Belwood
3rd Degee Taekwondo + 3rd Degree Brazilian Jujitsu Black Belt + Pro MMA
Head Coach: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & MMA | Adult Programs
🥋 World-Renowned Expertise, Direct Lineage to the Gracie Dynasty
Credentials and resume That Speak Louder Than Words:
✅ Directly Graded by Carlos Gracie Jr. (3rd Degree Professorship)
✅ Global Seminar Leader (Trained across 10+ countries: Germany, USA, Australia, China & beyond) –
✅ Elite Fight Experience: Former Taekwondo National Team, Sambo, World port BJJ championships, Abu Dhabi Combat Club ADCC, Brrazilian Top Team, Prime BJJ – Carlos Santos. Dozens of tournaments
✅ Proven Coaching Pedigree: Head Coach at Phuket Top Team (Thailand), Former Academy Owner (Kamloops, MMA)
Why Train With Chad?
Chad’s laser-focused teaching merges decades of worldwide combat experience into trans formative adult BJJ and MMA programs. His curriculum is battle-tested by legends from Carlson Gracie to John Danaher and designed for real-world results. Whether you’re a hobbyist or aspiring pro, Chad’s strategic approach unlocks your potential.
Join the legacy. Train with a professor trusted globally.
Thorne Fox: Muay Thai Kickboxing | Mondays
🔥 Thorne Fox combines technical mastery with relentless intensity, making his classes ideal for students seeking to sharpen their striking skills. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced fighter, Thorne’s structured drills and battle-tested strategies will transform your Muay Thai game. Join his Monday sessions to learn from a natural-born warrior.
Javier Hartgerink: Elite Muay Thai | National Team Competitor
🌟 World-Class Pedigree, Championship Mindset and the most likey to succeed. Javier Hartgerink isn’t just coaching he’s actively competing at the highest levels. As a member of Canada’s National Muay Thai Team and a 2024 World Championships contender in Verona, Italy, Javier brings cutting-edge techniques straight from the global stage. His recent selection for the Provincial Team fuels his mission: to dominate as Canada’s next national champion. Train with an elite athlete and elevate your skills to championship caliber, with the best muay thai athlete in Northern BC
Dean Cole Muay Thai foundations | Wednesdays & Saturdays
💥 From Wrestling Mats to Ring Victories. Dean Cole is a proven fighter with a diverse arsenal: high school wrestling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and competitive Muay Thai. With his first MMA bout under his belt and rapid growth as a competitor, Dean’s classes blend gritty realism with technical finesse. Learn from a rising star who’s been in your shoes and triumphed.
Marcus Dearen Muay Thai Fundamentals | Fridays
🏆 10 Years of Elite Coaching, One Unbeatable Class* Marcus Dearen’s decade of training across Ontario and coaching at Pacific Top Team Kelowna makes his Friday class the busiest muay thai class of the week. His hallmark? Technical precision, structured progression, and adaptability for all levels. Beginners gain rock-solid foundations; advanced students refine fight-ready skills. Don’t miss the class everyone’s raving about secure your spot now!
Ashley “Smashley” Provencher Women’s Muay Thai Fundamentals | Saturdays (12:00–1:00 PM)
👊 Empowerment Through Technique Smashley is back! Ashley Provencher dominates the mats with explosive power and technical brilliance often outclassing male counterparts in sparring. Her women-only class creates a supportive, high-energy space to master Muay Thai fundamentals. Build strength, confidence, and camaraderie in a judgment-free zone. Unleash your inner fighter with this female powerhouse.
BC Sparvier. Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu Instructor & Assistant Coach at Kaiten MMA. At Kaiten MMA, we pride ourselves on world‑class instruction and none exemplify excellence quite like BC Sparvier. A distinguished educator by profession and a devoted Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu (BJJ) scholar 24/7, BC seamlessly bridges academic discipline with combat‑sports mastery to deliver an unparalleled learning experience for every student on the mats. As Kaiten MMA’s Lead BJJ Instructor and Assistant Coach, BC brings real‑world credibility and elite lineage to our academy. He proudly holds a 2‑stripe Brown Belt , personally awarded by the legendary Bibiano “The Flash” Fernandes a multiple‑time World Champion and one of BJJ’s most revered grandmasters. Beyond his impressive rank, BC is far more than a practitioner he is a dedicated student of the art and a passionate pedagogue. By day, he hones his teaching expertise as a university instructor; by night (and every moment in between), he immerses himself as a full‑time BJJ student and assistant coach at Kaiten MMA. This unique dual perspective allows him to dissect how we truly learn, transforming raw instruction into rapid, lasting skill acquisition.
Instructor Sasa Sesjala Black Belt Biomechanics & Functional Movement Specialist Saturday
Schedule: Saturday mornings ….change your life !
10:00-11:00 AM: Breathwork & Myofascial Release
11:00 AM-12:00 PM: Biomechanics for Fighters .
Meet Sasa Sesjala, a certified Gait Cycle Specialist and Functional Patterns practitioner whose cutting-edge methodology is revolutionizing how fighters train, recover, and perform. With certification from Functional Patterns US, Sasa brings expertise that’s literally a decade ahead of mainstream training trends.
What Makes This Class Unique Sasa’s Saturday program is a comprehensive system that addresses what most training overlooks: the **foundation of human movement**. This isn’t just another workout it’s a complete performance and longevity protocol designed specifically for martial artists and fighters.
Session 1 (10-11 AM): Breathwork & Myofascial Release Optimize your body’s recovery systems through targeted breathwork techniques and myofascial release that unlock restrictions, reduce pain, and prime your body for peak performance.
Session 2 (11 AM-12 PM): Biomechanics for Fighters Full-body functional fitness that teaches you to generate power from the ground up. This fighter-specific training integrates prehab, rehab, and bodywork principles to build resilient, explosive movement patterns.
Transform Your Training Whether you’re looking to enhance your martial arts performance, prevent injuries, or simply move and feel better in daily life, Sasa’s program delivers measurable results in quality of life and athletic longevity. This is the maintenance regime serious athletes use to stay ahead of the competition. Invest in your body. Train with purpose. Move with power.
