About Senshi Kai Martial Arts

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Senshi Kai Martial Arts

Senshi Kai Martial Arts was established in Townsville in 2016 by Shannon and Shane with the vision of creating a comprehensive and practical self-defence system.

Originally founded on the principles of Zen Do Kai—an art both founders have studied collectively for more than 37 years—the system has since evolved into a structured and progressive mixed martial arts program. Senshi Kai integrates key elements of Ju Jitsu, Kickboxing, Judo, and Muay Thai, combining traditional foundations with modern combat application.

Our focus is to deliver well-rounded mixed martial arts training that equips students with practical skills, technical proficiency, and the confidence to respond effectively in real-world situations.

All instructors within Senshi Kai Martial Arts have undertaken training across multiple martial arts disciplines, ensuring a broad and well-rounded depth of knowledge within the system. Shannon and Shane both hold nationally recognised Trainer and Assessor qualifications, supporting the structured delivery and assessment of training programs.

In addition, all instructors hold current Blue Cards and maintain up-to-date First Aid certification, reflecting the club’s commitment to professionalism, safety, and child protection standards.

At Senshi Kai Martial Arts, we are committed to delivering high-quality training within a clean, professional, and safe environment for all students.

Our club is founded on the virtues of Bushido, promoting respect, integrity, discipline, and perseverance. We believe every student is equal, and that each achievement throughout their Budo journey is earned through dedication and personal effort.

In addition to our regular classes, we offer private one-on-one instruction, specialised training programs for participants supported under NDIS, Occupational Threat Management programs tailored for corporate, small business, and government organisations, as well as our senior school–based Level Up Program, designed to build resilience, leadership, and practical self-defence skills in young adults.

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Our Senshi Kai Instructors have spent many years studying the arts, in order to bring the best training to our community. All Instructors hold the relevant credentials to be able to run their clubs safely and professionally.

All instructors have over 10+ years instructional experience and hold multiple martial arts qualifications. With over 80 years of combined experience and education being placed into the system.

Our instructors are all professional and approachable to ensure a high level of training is delivered.

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SHIHAN Shannon

Senshi Kai Martial Arts was founded by Shannon, who currently holds the rank of 5th Degree Black Belt within the system.

Shannon’s martial arts journey began in 1984 under Sensei Craig Dabrowski in Gawler, South Australia. Training at Golden Knights Dojo in the art of Zen Do Kai, he earned his Junior Black Belt before progressing to achieve his 2nd Degree Black Belt as a senior practitioner.

After spending seven years exploring other martial arts disciplines and competing in amateur boxing, Shannon returned to his martial arts roots. It was with Anderson Bushi Kai that he rediscovered his passion for teaching, began instructing, and embarked on his Muay Thai training and competition journey.

Following two years with ABK, Shannon chose to expand his vision by establishing his own club and developing his own system—marking the beginning of Senshi Kai Martial Arts. The Senshi Kai syllabus was developed by three experienced martial artists and formally submitted to the International Budo Federation for endorsement.

In addition to his extensive striking background, Shannon has also dedicated significant time to grappling arts. He has studied both Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Scott Steer of Veteran Grappling and Aaron Johnston of Black Dragon Kai, further broadening his technical knowledge and strengthening the well-rounded foundation that underpins Senshi Kai Martial Arts.

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Shihan Shane

Shane commenced his martial arts training in 1986 under Renshi Ken Olm at the Zen Do Kai Dojo in Caloundra. After a period away from training, he returned to further his development under Sensei Bruce Morris at the Anderson Bushi Kai Dojo in Townsville, and later under Shihan Shannon Higgins following his leadership of ABK Townsville and the establishment of his own club.

As a joint founding member of Senshi Kai Martial Arts Townsville, Shane has worked closely with Shihan Shannon Higgins to develop and refine a comprehensive training system that integrates the most effective elements of multiple martial arts disciplines.

In addition to his instructional role, Shane has represented his style and traditional Karate-Do in competition, competing in traditional kata (forms) divisions and demonstrating his commitment to preserving and performing classical martial arts at a high standard.

Shihan Shane Chambers has played a key role in student development within the club, grading Tyson to Black Belt in 2018 and subsequently to 1st Degree Black Belt in 2020. He is a qualified instructor within Senshi Kai Martial Arts Townsville and holds a 1st Degree Black Belt in Jissen Budo International Mixed Martial Arts.

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sENSEI Tyson

Tyson began his martial arts journey in Townsville, training under Sensei Bruce Morris at the Anderson Bushi Kai Sinclair Dojo. During his first few years of training, he earned his Junior Black Belt and achieved his Muay Thai Arm Band, demonstrating both commitment and technical development from an early age.

Having commenced boxing and kickboxing early in life, Tyson developed a strong foundation in striking before transitioning into mixed martial arts, where he was drawn to the versatility and well-rounded demands of the sport. Following the establishment of his father’s club, he continued his progression within Senshi Kai Martial Arts, embracing its expanded and integrated approach to modern martial arts training.

Within the Senshi Kai system, Tyson was graded to Black Belt in 2018 and advanced to 1st Degree Black Belt in 2021 under Shihan Shane Chambers. He is now a qualified Instructor within Senshi Kai Martial Arts, holds accreditation in Jissen Budo International Mixed Martial Arts, and serves as an Assistant Instructor in Muay Thai.

Tyson also developed and produced the current Senshi Kai syllabus and handbook, dedicating many hours of his own time to formalising and documenting the system to ensure clarity, consistency, and ongoing development for all members.

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SEMPAI ELIJAH

Sempai Elijah commenced training under Sensei Shane Chamber as one of the original crew when the club opened in 2018. Elijah has continued to train up to 4 days a week and achieved major milestones within his martial arts journey. Elijah achieved his black Gi with a 2 hour grading which incorporated 75% of the grading being full contact sparring. Elijah become a qualified instructor passing his black belt grading in 2022, which incorporated instructing a set number of lessons under training and assessment criteria. Sempai Elijah can now instruct classes and 1 on 1 in freestyle martial arts, basic BJJ and wooden weaponry.

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Senshi Kai Martial arts syllabus and training style have been endorsed by the International Budo Federation and the WKA. We provide affordable self-defence for the community.

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Senshi Kai Martial Arts

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SHIHAN Shannon

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Shihan Shane

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sENSEI Tyson

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SEMPAI ELIJAH

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