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Chris Heaton

@chrisheaton1

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I teach karate, discipline, self-defence, and confidence to students of all ages.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to continue teaching and mentoring students, helping them build discipline, confidence, respect, self-defence skills, and a positive attitude in a supportive environment.

I'm passionate about teaching and positively impacting others through karate, discipline, etiquette, and self-defence.

At Tuff Stuff Karate, affiliated with Budo Karate-Do South Africa, I assist with 7–10 classes each week for students aged five through adulthood. I help students improve technique, concentration, coordination, confidence, patience, respect, and work ethic while ensuring safe training and correct etiquette.

I've supported anti-bullying and self-defence seminars, gradings, competitions, tournaments, kata videos, and mentoring for senior students. I was awarded Shodan (1st Dan Black Belt) in 2025 and have also supported children at Camp Becket through games, behavioural management, and conflict resolution.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Karate Instructor Assistant

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Tuff Stuff Karate

Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 8 months)

Assisted the Head Instructor in teaching karate to students aged 5 to adult, helping to improve their concentration, coordination, and discipline. Supported grading, tournaments, and anti-bullying seminars.

Karate Teaching Student Evaluation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

UCT Online Highschool

High School Diploma, General Studies

2023 - 2025

Pursued a High School Diploma with subjects including English, Afrikaans, Mathematics Literacy, Geography, Biology, and Computer Application Technologies.