Sensei Colin Niland
Head Instructor
4th Degree Black Belt Gyokunenkan Aikido
Having started my martial Arts journey over 48 years ago it has always been one of my goals to start a school which blended all of the traditional arts into one. Having first trained in Judo at Coventry Judo club as a boy then over the years studying Karate (Tang Soo Do), Kickboxing and Tae Kwon Do I have always been driven to develop myself further.
After moving to Australia from the UK I continued to train in Tae Kwon Do and 17 years ago started training in Yoseikan Aikido.
In 2025 I received the rank of Yondan and have also gained my teachers certification from Washizu Sensei , the head of our style in Shizuoka, Japan.
I am also a proud member of the Australian Gyokushin Ryu Aikido Federation .
Bringing all of these arts together in a Traditional Budo style, students will have the chance to learn Kicking, Striking, Grappling, throwing, chokes and weapons with an emphasis towards self-defence and life skills.
To ensure the best for our Students my studies still continue with regular training in various styles of Aikido, Japanese Ju Justu, Karate, Iai and Kushu Jutsu.
Training at GNK Budo will help students to form a positive and confident approach to life without the need for ego or aggression.
I look forward to you joining us on your own Journey.
Sensei Andy
3rd Degree Black Belt Gyokunenkan Aikido
Lance Spice
2nd Degree Black Belt Gyokunenkan Aikido
I’m a qualified first aider and mental health first aider and hold a current working with children’s card.
I’ve been training at OMMA Budo for 5 years with 4 of my 5 kids and we love the family oriented, egoless approach to training.
For me Gyokunenkan Aikido continues to help me develop mindfulness and I use the skills I learn in daily life.
Prior to joining Gyokunenkan Aikido and Japanese Martial Arts I trained in Jurate, Shotokan Karate, Goju-ryu Karate, Kokikai Aikido and Jiai Aikido in the US.
Harry Kanami
3rd Degree Black Belt Gyokunenkan Aikido
Born and raised in Japan, my journey in martial arts began at an early age.
My initial training included Shorinji Kempo in Tokyo, supplemented by Judo and Kendo as part of my school curriculum. As I grew older, I expanded my martial arts repertoire to include boxing and Muay Thai.
After relocating to Australia, I started learning Aikido which quickly captivated me with its philosophy and techniques. For over 15 years, I have trained in various Aikido styles across multiple dojos, including Yoseikan, Gyokushinryu at Gyokunenkan, and Tomiki style at Issinkan during my visits to Japan.
I am honoured to hold a second-degree black belt in Yoseikan and a third-degree blackbelt in Gyokunenkan styles. Aikido is a fascinating art that offers endless opportunities for growth and learning, and I am excited to continue this journey.