Instructors
Budo Life Academy - Bowmanville
Meet Our Martial Arts Instructors
Muay Thai - Kick Boxing - Bowmanville
Brandan Chenier
Brandan has been a student of the martial arts since he was 6 years old. His journey began training in Kyokushin Karate under martial arts legend Bill “Superfoot” Wallace. Brandan actively competed in full contact karate competitions, earning 2 gold medals and one silver medal in national competitions.
Brandan currently holds the rank of 1st Degree Black Belt. He continued his martial arts journey assisting youth as an instructor at Bazooka Kickboxing & MMA, where he trained competitively under Joseph “Bazooka Joe” Valtellini, former GLORY World Champion kickboxer which has shaped his style and approach to training and teaching. Coach Brandan has also formally trained in hand to hand and close quarter combat through the Canadian Armed Forces and is EMR qualified (Emergency Medical Responder).
Budo Life
The word Budo means “the way of the warrior”—not as a conqueror, but as a protector. This philosophy guides every class we teach, inspiring students to develop strength, humility, respect, and the responsibility to use their skills to protect and uplift others.
Our Vision
Their vision is to create a space where others can experience that same depth of training, connection, and growth
Our Mission
Our mission is to preserve the rich heritage of martial arts while helping students of all ages grow in skill, discipline, and confidence.
Our Professional Trainers - Bowmanville
Our Martial Arts Instructors
Our team of dedicated instructors at Budo Life Academy serves Bowmanville with passion, expertise, while creating a welcoming space where every student can thrive and achieve their personal goals.
