Meet The Instructors

		Chief Instructor Joel Gerson Owner and Chief Instructor Joel Gerson is an expert hand to hand combat and MMA instructor with over 20 years experience and Black Belts in various martial arts. With over 10,000 hours of teaching experience, he is a 5 Time Canadian Jiu Jitsu Champion (including Open Weight Class Champion); 3 Time Ontario Judo Champion, and North American Fearless Fighting Champion. Joel has trained for one year with Canadian Olympic Judo Team and in his professional debut became the first and only person to defeat one of the best pound for pound no holds barred fighters in the world, former Champion and Japanese Shoot Fighting legend, Rumina Sato by arm bar submission in the first round. He is often called upon as an industry expert for The Globe and Mail, The Toronto Star, The Toronto Sun, The National Post, The CBC, The National, CTV News, The Fight Network, The Sports Network, and many other leading media outlets. Watch Joel in action

		Carlos "The Ronin" Newton Having fought MMA professionally since he was 19, Carlos is the first Canadian to become UFC Champion. Newton is a UFC and Pride FC fighting legend and a 5 Time Canadian JJ Champion, including Open Weight Champ. His graceful, exciting, and intelligent fighting style made him a favorite among serious MMA fans. His fight with Sakuraba is considered a classic, and his highlight reel is filled with clips from legendary battles against the sport's legends: Matt Hughes, Pat Miletich, Pele, Dan Henderson, Matt Lindland, Anderson Silva, and Renzo Gracie, to name a few. Carlos lists Batman among his heroes. And oh yeah, Batman lists Carlos among his. Watch Carlos in action

		Michael “The Black Sniper” McDonald Michael “The Black Sniper” McDonald is widely considered the most successful international kickboxer Canada has ever produced. A Canadian Heavyweight Champion, he specializing in the devastating K-1 style. He is a 3 time K-1 World Grand Prix Las Vegas tournament Champion and is known for his fast explosive style and superb technical abilities. The third time Michael won the title, the award was presented to him by none other than Muhammed Ali and Mike Tyson. He has fought against all the biggest names in the world including UFC Champion Machida, Cro-Cop, Sefo, Leko, Aerts, Bonjasky, Schilt, Feitosa, and fr. UFC Champion Maurice Smith to name a few. When he is not teaching classes, he is busy signing autographs for Rev instructors. Watch Michael's Highlight Reel KOes Pride Grand Prix Champion Mirko Cro Cop

		Achilles Meridis "Kru" Achilles has over 12 years of experience in Muay Thai Kickboxing and specializes in striking for MMA and street survival. He has trained several professional fighters including WEC superstar Wagney Fabiano. His classes are mentally challenging and dynamic as he teaches Thai boxing as a combat style. Achilles emphasizes conditioning and explosiveness as part of a complete technical package for recreational beginners as well as professional fighters. Contrary to Greek mythology, he doesn't have a weak spot.

		Matt Soroka 15 years experience, started training in Judo at the age of 6; personal student of Joel’s. 3 time Ontario Judo Champion, Silver Medal 2005 Joslin's Jiu Jitsu Championships, Bronze Medal Canadian Jiu Jitsu Championships (juniors). Has successfully talked his way out of over 500 street fights.

		Hovig Tchaderian 9 years intensive experience in Muay Thai . Experienced in punching, kicking, kneeing, and elbowing as it applies to MMA, street survival, and grappling. A ready smile, Hovig is friendly, enthusiastic, and approachable. Just don’t let him kick your legs. Ever.

		Fernando "Gringo" Zulick Fernando "Gringo" Zulick: Black Belt with over 8 years in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. A native of Brazil, he started his training in Sao Paulo and then continued to study intensively when he moved to Toronto (for the amazing weather). Fernando has been a prolific medalist in the advanced divisions of the tournament scene across Ontario and as a beginner in Brazil.

		Avital Zeisler Avital was certified in Israel by the IKMA (Israeli Krav Maga Association). She has had an intensive amount of training in various forms of Israeli Martial Arts and practical self-defence techniques. "Avi" places a strong focus on preparing her students both mentally and physically for any potentially harmful encounter they may face on the street (or in the nightclub).

		Jamie Lippiatt Over 9 years martial arts experience, 7 intense years as Revolution founder Joel Gerson’s personal student. 2007 Canadian Jiu Jitsu Champion (CJA). Gold Medalist at both the Ontario Open Judo Championships as well as Toronto Schools and Toronto Regional Wrestling Championships. In an effort to satiate his hunger for knowledge, Jamie has also trained Muay Thai in Thailand and Jiu Jitsu in Japan. In his travels, few language barriers were met, as his skills did most of the talking.

		Peter Wiltshire 5 years experience in muay thai, boxing, and jiu jitsu. Personal student of Joel Gerson and Hovig Tchaderian's. Certified Fitness Instructor. While sparring, has the uncanny ability to wipe the smile off your face as fast as he can put it on.

		Shannon Ashukian 5 years boxing experience, amateur fighter with five fights under her belt, including the Silver medal at provincial championships. We are still trying to figure out how such a happy person devises such evil workouts. Hits like a girl. Wearing brass knuckles.

		Noel Clubb 15 years boxing experience, including 11 years coaching pros and amateurs at the provincial/national level, as well as regular Joes at the recreational level. Certified Boxing Coach (CCCP).

		Mike Rowbotham 6 MMA fights under his belt rooted in an outstanding 78-8 high school wrestling record. 2 Time Canadian National Wrestling Team member, highlighted by Gold at the 2007 Canadian Greco-Roman Championships (juniors), and Silver at the 2008 Canadian Championships. With an eye on the Welterweight division, GSP better watch his back.

		Yvonne Eastwood Yvonne has been studying yoga for 8 years, completing her teacher training at Yoga Plus with Michael Siddall. Yvonne's teaching is strongly influenced by her work in the Anusara style of teaching, which is an elegant system that unifies the Universal Principals of Alignment with a non-dual Tantric philosophy, epitomized by a "celebration of the heart". Yvonne's classes will provide you with a deeper connection to understanding your body, your inner self and the world around you.


		Richard Pigat 8 years experience, Black Belt in Karate, blue belt in BJJ under Chief Instructor Joel Gerson and Fernando Zulick. With his solid competition record and recent mention in the world famous Gracie Magazine, Richard is proof that nice guys do finish first.

		Roman Sherman 8 years experience, Black Belt in Karate, blue belt in BJJ under Chief Instructor Joel Gerson and Fernando Zulick. Roman is our resident Bully-Proofing specialist.

Allan Aldatov

10 years experience in martial arts, Black Belt in Full-Contact Karate (Kyokushin). 2008 Russian Champion, 3x Eastern Russian Champ. Was in top eight in the All-Japan open. Allan's styles of Karate and what they teach in shopping plazas across North America are two very different animals.