ABOUT
TIGER'S EYE ACADEMY

Sensei Hamid has always had a passion for competitive sports. Prior to his introduction to karate, he played professional soccer. As a child, Hamid admired Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan for their speed and skill; this resulted in his constant yearn to learn the art of karate, but it wasn’t until 1993 that his real love with Shotokan Karate began. Under the patronage of Sensei Hassan Esmaili, (Kanazawa Organization) the former president of the Karate Federation of Iran; Hamid remarkably received a bronze medal in the Iranian National Championships, acquired two silver medals in the Capital City of Iran Championship and earned his place at the Iranian National Shotokan Karate Team. Furthermore, he was selected as an Iranian National Shotokan Karate Team member at the Shotokan Camp for World Championship in Italy. Once in Canada, he continued competing, and successfully earning: • 6 Times Gold Medalist in BC (Open Division And -70 Kg) 1999 • Gold Medalist in Canadian Championships, 2001 • Silver Medalist in Canadian Championships, 2002 • 4th Place at Pan-American Championships in Puerto Rico, 2002 • Gold Medalist in the Canadian Shotokan Karate Championships, 2003 • 3 Times Bronze Medalist in Canadian Championship, 2003, 2006 & 2007 • Silver Medalist in Canadian Championship for Team Kumite, 2009 • 3 Times Gold Medalist in BC (-70, -75 Kg Division) From 2007 • 7th Dan (degree) black belt from World Union of Karate-Do Federations (WUKF) • 6th Dan (degree) black belt from Karate Canada Federation (KCF) • 6th Dan (degree) black belt from world Karate Federation (WKF) • 6th Dan (degree) black belt from world Shotokan karate organization (WSK) • 4th Dan (degree) black belt from Shotokan karate international federation (Hirokazu Kanazawa SKIF) • British Columbia team coach • Certified for coaching development in the following fields (Comp Dev Workshop, Karate Competition Introduction Coach Workshop, Make Ethical Decisions Online Evaluation) • First-aid and CPR certification • British Colombia Team Coach • Certificate of Official Recognition of Coaching License (WKF)

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Starting karate at the age of 7 years old, my original motivation to train was to be with my best friend but unfortunately in class I lacked discipline and listening skills. However, after a few years of sticking with karate, I came to appreciate karate as it helped me overcome bullying and gave me confidence at a time where I was struggling to find it. Afterwards my efforts were more focused and thanks to the guidance and encouragement of Sensei Hamid I began competing and overcoming many more obstacles and challenges in karate and life. Nowadays I have the honor to compete as part of the Canadian National Karate Team. When I’m not training or competing, I dedicate my time and energy towards teaching karate and coaching students nationally & internationally. My goal and hope is to pay forward the mentorship I’ve received from Sensei Hamid along with sharing what I’ve learned throughout my journey to the next generation of students. My most notable competitive achievements are a silver medal at the Junior Panamerican Championships, a bronze medal in team kumite at the 2025 Senior Panamerican Championships and being 3 time consecutive Senior Canadian National Champion

Neda Naraghi is a certified Yoga and Fitness Instructor with over a decade of experience guiding students toward strength, balance, and mindfulness. At Tiger’s Eye Karate-Do, she brings a holistic approach to movement, blending traditional yoga principles with modern fitness techniques to complement martial arts training. She teaches Vinyasa Flow Yoga & Hatha Yoga. Her classes focus on improving mobility, flexibility, and core strength—helping students enhance their performance, prevent injuries, and cultivate mental focus. With experience teaching diverse age groups—from children in summer camps to adults and seniors—Neda creates an inclusive and motivating environment where everyone can connect deeply with their body and breath. Drawing from her background in Fitness and her extensive training in yoga, barre, and spinning, she designs sessions that are both functional and inspiring. Neda believes that movement is a powerful path to self-awareness and confidence—both on and off the mat.

Began competing in kumite at 14. At first, I found competing tough, but over time I started to really enjoy it. I’ve now been part of the national team for five years and have represented Canada at the Pan American Championships, where I finished 5th. Teaching is one of my favourite parts of karate. I love seeing kids gain confidence, learn new skills, and have fun as they grow in the sport. Coaching at tournaments is especially rewarding — there’s nothing better than seeing my students smile as they step onto the podium. When I first started karate, I struggled a lot with self-confidence. Over the years, karate has helped me discover who I am and build belief in myself both on and off the tatami. My goal as a coach is to help my students have that same experience — finding confidence, reaching their potential, and enjoying every step of their karate journey.

Coach Mitra, known for her intuitive and transformational approach, quickly gets to the root of challenges to create fast, meaningful breakthroughs. With rich experience in business, spirituality, and personal development, she empowers you to access deeper awareness and take shorter pathways to real results. As a certified PSYCH-K®️ Facilitator, she helps reprogram subconscious beliefs so you can align your inner mindset with your life goals. Every journey is fully customized, offering a safe, judgment-free space and tailored strategies to support personal and professional growth. If you’re ready to move forward with clarity and confidence, book your session with Coach Mitra today your next chapter begins here.

I began training at Tiger’s Eye Karate-Do at age five, where my passion for karate quickly took root. By twelve, I made the BC Provincial Team and competed in my first national tournament. Since then, I’ve earned three national top-three finishes, two international bronze medals, and represented Canada twice at the Pan-American Championships. Alongside competing, I’ve enjoyed teaching and mentoring younger students, sharing the lessons that shaped me. Tiger’s Eye has taught me consistency, resilience, humility, and accountability, while also giving me lifelong friendships and a community that continues to inspire me on and off the mat.

My karate journey started at the age of 4 with Sensei Hamid at the Roundhouse Community Centre. My mom had said she wanted her children to take up martial arts and at the time, my older brother was already taking karate classes led by Sensei Hamid so I joined the junior class soon after. What started as just an after school activity where I could exercise and experience martial arts with my friends has now turned into a 13 year long journey and has become a staple part of my life. Competition Experience I am going into my 10th year of my competitive karate journey. I have represented British Columbia on the National stage for the last 9 years and have been on the Canadian National Team for 6 of the 9 karate seasons that I have been a part of and have represented Canada at the Panamerican Championship on 4 separate occasions. General Teaching Experience and Notable Achievements In regards to my teaching experience, I have a total of 9 years of experience. To break it down, the first 2 years were volunteer experience, 3 years as an assistant instructor, 4 years and ongoing as club instructor for our Downtown location at the Roundhouse Community Centre. I am a 3 time National Vice Champion and a 5 time National bronze medalist. I am a trained NCCP karate instructor beginner and in training for karate competition introduction. Also a Provincial level official under Karate BC. Tiger’s Eye Impact on my life Tiger’s Eye has had a major impact on my life. Not only has the club helped develop my self-esteem, it has provided the opportunity to meet life-long friends. Sensei Hamid has been an important person in my life who has not only just taught karate, but has been a part of my journey in self growth throughout my adolescent years. Karate has had an impact on the development of my character and has kept me grounded throughout my life.

I’ve been training karate since I was 7 years old. At first I started because my parents wanted me to get active but the more I trained the more I fell in love with it. I loved training with my friends and learning about myself through the sport. I started competing professionally when I was 14. I lost most of my first tournaments but wanting to keep growing and fix my mistakes. Every year I looked forward to the national championships in hopes of moving up to the next level. Eventually I made the national team and got to go compete internationally with my teammates. I’ve been teaching since I was 15. This year I turned 25 and am proud to see so many of my students from over the years are still in the sport, still learning and still growing. I hope one day they surpass my achievements. When I was 17 I moved to Vancouver to pursue a career in film, but wanted to keep competing in karate. tigers eye welcomed me with open arms. It became my home away from home. Eventually I couldn’t fit both film and competing into my life but couldn’t leave karate behind. While I still pursue film in my free time, I have chose to teach at tigers eye so I can also keep karate in my life I take great pride in my teaching journey and am thankful for tigers eye for giving me a place to pass on my knowledge

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My name is Sophia, and I began my karate journey at the age of four at a community center in North Vancouver. What started as a fun activity quickly became a core part of who I am. I trained consistently through my early years, eventually earning my black belt, and began competing at five years old. I’ve been fortunate to consistently medal in kata and kumite, often placing silver in both divisions across various age groups in mainly local competitions like Canada Open. But beyond the medals, karate taught me various qualities that I wouldn’t have possessed if it wasn’t for my time with this sport. There was a point where I took a long break from karate. Coming back wasn’t easy but I’m incredibly grateful for the people who pushed me to return, as I wouldn’t be the person I am now without them. One of the most meaningful parts of my journey has been teaching. I’ve volunteered as an assistant instructor, working with kids aged 3 to 12, across all belt levels. Helping others learn and grow in karate gave me a new perspective, it made me excited seeing the future generation growing and I was happy I was part of their growth. Since returning, I’ve worked harder than ever, placing first in the BC Team Selections and earning a spot on Team BC for Nationals 2025. Training with Tiger’s Eye has shaped who I am, and no matter how difficult the journey becomes, I’m committed to continuing with gratitude, passion, and heart. The overwhelming support from everyone around me feels like family, not by blood but by our shared ambitions, values, effort and support and it’s something I can tell I won’t be able to find anywhere else.

My name is Olivia and I started karate when I was four years old at Tigers eye karate do. Over the years of training it became a big part of who I am. Although I did take a two-year break to focus on other parts of my life, coming back reminded me the reason I started in the first place, to challenge myself, to keep growing and to become stronger both mentally and physically I am now a proud black belt and have competed in numerous Canada Opens and other competitions earning medals and pushing myself to improve with every tournament. While I haven’t yet competed internationally, that’s one of my next big goals as I continue to grow as both an athlete and a person. Outside of competing, I volunteer as an assistant instructor at the Roundhouse Community Centre, where I help children ages three to twelve develop their skills and confidence. Teaching has taught me the value of patience, leadership, and the joy of helping others discover their own potential. Throughout my years at tigers' eye I learned so many valuable lessons, from developing the right mentality to finding the perseverance it takes to keep going. Finding a place like Tiger’s eye felt very special to me because I felt a sense of belonging, I couldn't find anywhere else. Training alongside the people that push me to be greater each day is something I will never take for granted, as those are the people who truly make my journey at Tigers Eyes so special.

I started karate when I was nine years old, planning to do it just for the summer at Tigers Eye’s community center program. I was the youngest kid and the only girl in my class, and my parents didn’t think I’d stick with it, but Sensei Hana and Hamid made it such a welcoming and fun experience that I decided to keep going, and I’m so glad I did. Karate has become a huge part of my life and something I look forward to doing every day, and the bond within the Tigers Eye Team is like no other. Our team feels like a family, and I always feel supported and have so much fun with everyone. I’ve met so many amazing people through karate, and some of my closest friends today came from this sport. Even though karate is an individual sport, it truly feels like a team sport at Tigers Eye. While representing my dojo, province, and country, I've had incredible experiences I never expected. Karate has also taught me a lot about discipline and respect—both for others and for myself. It’s helped me become much more confident, not just in competition, but in everyday life. I look forward to continuing my journey in this sport with this team as this is just the beginning, and I hope to support younger kids the way my coaches supported me! Achievements (at an elite level): -3x consecutive national & provincial team member in both kata+kumite -Karate Canada National Championships: 1x gold, 3x silver, 2x bronze -BC Provincials: 3x gold -Canada Open: 2x gold, 1x silver, 2x bronze -WKF Youth League: 1x silver -BC Winter Games: 3x gold, 1x bronze -US International Cup: 1x silver -West Coast Open: 2x gold, 1x silver

My name is Coco and I started karate when I was nine years old. I first started training at the North Shore Neighborhood house and started to develop a passion for it. I soon moved to train at the dojo back in Welch Street. Starting at ten years old, I started competing in local competitions. Competing with Tigers Eye Karate-Do helped me understand how to handle respect for other players and it grew my excitement for karate even more. When I got my green belt, I started volunteering classes and taught kids how to grow their confidence and techniques. After six years of training, I finally achieved my black belt! With the help of Tigers Eye Karate-Do, I found an amazing group of people who pushed me to improve and believe in myself. Today, I continue to compete as a member of the Karate BC team and the National Team. Tigers Eye Karate-Do is a dojo that taught me discipline and respect. Not only that, but it also helped me grow as a person and make new friends in the dojo, and with other people who compete in karate as well. I am looking forward to represent Tigers Eye Karate-Do at competitions and improve myself even more.

My name is Kai Andric, and I began practicing karate at the age of three, and over the past eleven years, it has shaped me into the athlete I am today. I currently train at Tigers Eye Karate-Do, a distinguished dojo known for its strong team bond, dedicated athletes, and state-of-the-art training facility. My commitment and passion for the sport have led me to achieve significant milestones, including becoming the 2025 National Champion, earning a national medal in 2024, and placing 6th at the 2024 Pan American Championships. I have also proudly medaled at international competitions, representing my dojo and country with honor. Training at Tigers Eye Karate-Do continues to inspire me to push my limits, grow as a martial artist, and strive for excellence in every aspect of my journey.