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MEET THE KYOKUSHIN FIGHT ACADEMY TEAM

The best version of yourself

Founded in 2020, our mission has always been to combine tradition and innovation, emphasizing self-defense and self-discovery over competition. We pride ourselves on inner development rather than mere outward appearance. At Kyokushin Fight Academy, every hour is dedicated to intensive training, as it's seen as an opportunity to build self-confidence, discipline, and both mental and physical strength.

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TRAINERS OF THE ACADEMY

Vijay Nanhoe

VIJAY NANHOE

Founder of the Kyokushin Fight Academy

Vijay Nanhoe is the head coach of the Kyokushin Fight Academy, with years of experience in competitive sports such as full-contact karate, boxing, Tae Kwon Do, and judo. He is also a dedicated student studying Bio-Pharmaceutical Sciences at Leiden University to provide medical support for incurable diseases and conditions. Vijay has won numerous prestigious awards and has been recognized with various awards, including the Youth Ribbon of the Municipality of Nissewaard, Boxer of the Year, the Quentin L. Dietz Trophy, and Talent of the Year in the Municipality of Nissewaard. He inspires others to work on their health and pursue their dreams and is always ready to help people achieve their goals.

DESIGN TEAM KFA

Laura Brinks

LAURA BRINKS

Head KFA Merchandise

My name is Laura, and I've been interested in fashion and design since I was a little girl. That's why I'm working on developing a KFA clothing line. The design team will turn a plan into reality so you can soon order the coolest KFA goodies!

Masha Struijk

MASHA STRUIJK

Designer KFA

Hi, I'm Masha Struijk. I'm studying Graphic Design at the Grafisch Lyceum in Rotterdam! I'm passionate about designing various logos and posters, which is why I'm also involved in designing for the KFA (Royal Dutch Academy of Arts and Sciences).

Sean Vermeulen

SEAN VERMEULEN

Designer KFA

My name is Sean Vermeulen. I'm 19 years old and I attend the Grafish Lyceum in Rotterdam. I have a background in Illustrator, Photoshop, and design. I'm currently enrolled in a level 3 sign language program and plan to pursue a degree in graphic design in the future. I'm going to do my utmost to elevate KFA to the next level.

Aradhana Nanhoe

ARADHANA NANHOE

Designer KFA

Hi everyone, I'm Aradhana Nanhoe and I'm part of the Kyokushin Fight Academy design team. I'm the mother of Kishan, Angel, and Vijay, and I also enjoy training at the KFA. It gives me a lot of strength, and I've noticed a big difference in my fitness compared to before.

MEDIA TEAM KFA

Ryan Schoonhoven

RYAN SCHOONHOVEN

Head KFA Media

Ryan, head of the KFA media team, editor of the monthly newsletter, and also a KFA Fighter, is always passionate about boxing. Besides training hard, he's absolutely not afraid of a sparring match; that's truly a direct invitation. Besides throwing punches in the ring, Ryan is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Law degree.

Daniel Kailuhu

DANIEL KAILUHU

Recruiter KFA
Supervisor KFA Motivation

My name is Daniel Kailuhu and I'm a recruiter/motivational speaker at KFA. I started Kyokushin Karate because I was looking for a challenge, and I found it through KFA training. Later, I'd like to pursue a higher professional education (HBO) degree in economics or IT.

TALENT TEAM KFA

Sadhana Nanhoe

SADHANA NANHOE

Photographer KFA

Hello! I'm Sadhana and I'm the photographer for the Kyokushin Fight Academy. I'm Ashwarya's mother and have been active with the KFA since its inception. I participate in the CKI and boxing training sessions, among other things. I look forward to these every week and can feel my fitness steadily improving. I learn something new every time, and that's what I love about the training sessions.

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ANGEL NANHOE

Photographer and videographer

Angel Nanhoe is an instructor at the Kyokushin Fight Academy and teaches young people with great passion and energy. In addition to her role as a trainer, she is also responsible for the Academy's photos and videos, capturing the special moments and achievements of our members. In this way, Angel contributes to the growth and experience of the dojo both on and off the mat.

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