David Gort began practising at Danforth Karate Academy in January 2017. David was awarded his first
degree black belt in November 2023
by Shihan Peter Jaukovic. As an elementary school teacher he brings
valuable and transferable skills to his instruction that
include leadership, strong communication
and the
ability to assess student’s strengths and challenges. Using positive language and encouragement his goal
is to motivate and challenge all students to strive to better themselves inside and outside of the dojo.
I intend to develop myself in a
positive manner and to
avoid
anything that could reduce my
mental growth or my
physical
health.
I intend to develop selfdiscipline
in order to bring out the best
in
my self and others.
I intend to use what I learn in
class constructively
and defensively to help my self and my fellow
human beings and never to
be abusive or offensive