Sensei Vanessa Stewart began training at Danforth Karate Academy in 2008, in the interest of trying
a new activity that benefits both physical and mental health. In 2016 she received her First Degree
Black Belt from Shihan Gord Davis. She received her Second Degree Black Belt from Shihan Peter
Jaukovic
in 2022. Sensei Vanessa went on to achieve
her sensei title in 2023 present by Shihan
Jaukovic and the World Kobudo Federation.
She also enjoys attending World Kobudo Federation events to
learn about different martial art styles.