Meet your Instructors
Sensei Steve Fearnley, 5th Dan (Godan) Chief Instructor of Lincoln Shukokai
Sensei Steve started training Kimura Shukokai in September of 1997 under Sensei Raj, 5th Dan, in Smithville, Ontario. Steve achieved his black belt (Shodan) in December of 2002 and now currently holds the rank of 5th Dan (Godan). He has participated in many of the World Tournaments throughout his years. He also referees in the World and European Tournaments. He opened his own dojo in Vineland, Ontario in September of 2007. The Beamsville dojo opened in 2012 and moved to its new larger location in 2016 Sensei Steve has attended Many World Chief Instructor Courses W.C.I.C's and travels to New Jersey several times a year to train with Shihan Bill Bressaw.
Bart LeDrew, 2nd Dan (Nidan)
Bart began his training in 2017 under the guidance of Sensei Steve and earned his Shodan rank in 2022. He currently leads the Little Ninja class and assists with other sessions, consistently bringing fresh ideas to enhance the learning experience. In 2025, Bart was promoted to Nidan (2nd Dan) at the World Chief Instructors Course (WCIC).
Cai Shirton, 2nd Dan (Nidan)
Cai began his training in 2015 in Beamsville under Sensei Steve. He earned his Shodan in 2021 and, during a 2024 Gasshuku held locally with Shihan Bressaw, was promoted to Nidan. Cai serves as an assistant instructor and has participated in several ASKU tournaments. Most recently, he represented at the 2024 European Championships in Estonia, returning home with two bronze medals.
Tiana Piscitello , 1st Dan (Shodan)
Tiana began her training in 2015 in Beamsville under Sensei Steve. In 2024, she earned her Shodan during a local Gasshuku led by Shihan Bressaw. As an assistant instructor, Tiana actively supports classes and has proudly represented Lincoln Shukokai Karate at U.S. tournaments, earning medals at every event.
Kieran LeDrew , 1st Dan (Shodan)
Kieran began his karate training in 2015 in Beamsville under the guidance of Sensei Steve. He achieved his Shodan rank in 2022. As an assistant instructor, Kieran plays an active role in supporting classes and has proudly represented Lincoln Shukokai Karate at U.S. tournaments, earning medals at every competition he has attended.
Andreas Dragicevic, 1st Dan (Shodan)
Andreas began his Kimura Shukokai training at 3 years old (2012) at the first Beamsville dojo under Sensei Steve. In New Jersey, 2025, at the World Chief Instructors Course (WCIC), Andreas earned his Shodan rank. Andreas is dedicated to applying and sharing his knowledge through assisting and supporting current classes and refereeing at tournaments.
Niko Dragicevic, 1st Dan (Shodan)
Niko began his Kimura Shukokai training when 5 years old (2012) at the first Beamsville dojo under Sensei Steve. He achieved his Shodan rank in 2024 during a local Gasshuku led by Shihan Bill Bressaw. Most recently, he attended World Chief Instructors Course (WCIC), New Jersey, 2025.