Instructor depth35+ yrs
National and international champion experience translated into clear, structured coaching for beginners and advanced students.
World Top Martial Arts
Train withSensei Navid
Martial arts training with discipline, precision, and purpose.
Karate, kickboxing, MMA, grappling, weapons awareness, and practical self-defence taught by Sensei/Sifu Navid Ghorbanpour — a champion instructor with 35+ years of experience.
Training paths4
Children’s karate, teen/adult kickboxing, adult MMA, and women’s kickboxing + self-defence — all under one practical system.
CommitmentMonthly
No long-term contracts. Train consistently, progress honestly, and stay because the practice fits your life.
Training
Choose the path that fits your goal.
Every WTMA program is built around practical skill, physical conditioning, confidence, and character. Start as a beginner, return after time away, or sharpen advanced technique.
Karate Program
Shotokan karate for discipline, coordination, balance, focus, self-control, confidence, and the belt-by-belt satisfaction of visible progress.
Kickboxing
Muay Thai, traditional kickboxing, Western boxing, and karate through pad work, drills, light sparring, and optional competition.
Adult MMA
Stand-up, grappling, submission wrestling, full-contact karate, and reality-based self-defence for well-rounded martial artists.
Women’s Kickboxing + Self-Defence
A high-energy women-only class for kickboxing fitness, self-confidence, street awareness, practical self-defence, and a strong reset through mindful meditation.
Advanced spinning kicks
Reach the target. Deliver the power.
A live karate showcase of spinning kicks aimed at the target — not height for show. The focus is clean rotation, distance control, precision contact, and power through the finish.
Real MMA fighting
Students competing under real pressure.
WTMA students test striking, composure, timing, and cage awareness in real MMA competition.
Grappling / MMA
Ground control and composure.
Mat awareness and controlled transitions support the broader MMA path.
Kids karate
Discipline and progress.
A young black belt showcase makes the children’s path tangible for parents.
Kickboxing
Pad work and timing.
Controlled combinations and coach-led correction keep striking sharp.
Sensei / Sifu
Navid Ghorbanpour
Sensei Navid is a multi-time national and international martial arts champion and the head instructor of World Top Martial Arts in Burnaby, serving Vancouver and the Lower Mainland. His teaching blends precision, intensity, and a calm expectation that every student can improve.
He is a certified full-instructor in the philosophies and science of Jeet Kune Do, a 6th Degree Black Belt in Shotokan Karate, a certified instructor in Kickboxing and Edged & Impact Weapons, and an experienced practitioner of the Grappling Arts.
Students learn how the disciplines connect — not as disconnected techniques, but as a practical way to sharpen the mind, maintain physical health, and strengthen the spirit.
Champion instructorMulti-time national and international martial arts champion.
Shotokan Karate6th Degree Black Belt with a structured children’s program.
Jeet Kune DoCertified full-instructor in philosophy and science.
Private coachingGroup classes, private/semi-private programs, and seminars.
Philosophy
Jinsei Do — The Way of Life.
WTMA is built around Jinsei Do: the process of creating a well-rounded martial artist. Traditional martial arts are combined with modern fighting fundamentals — stand-up, ground work, weapons awareness, and the judgement to adapt. The aim is steady growth: sharper technique, stronger health, better judgement, and respect inside and outside the dojo. Osu.
Services
Structured coaching for kids, adults, and first-timers.
Each path has a clear purpose: build fundamentals, improve fitness, learn practical self-defence, or go deeper with private coaching.
Karate + character
Shotokan basics, stance, kata, focus, and belt progression — a clear path for children to build discipline, confidence, and respect.
Kickboxing fitness
Boxing gloves, pad work, controlled kicking drills, light sparring, and conditioning for cardio, confidence, and clean striking mechanics.
MMA foundations
Stand-up, grappling, submission wrestling, full-contact karate, and reality-based applications taught as one connected system.
Women’s kickboxing + self-defence
A women-only class for kickboxing fitness, street awareness, practical defence, stronger posture, and mindful energy in a supportive setting.
Private progression
One-to-one or semi-private coaching for students who want faster correction, extra attention, competition prep, or advanced work.
Simple commitment
Start with a trial, train month-to-month, avoid long contracts, and choose a schedule that supports consistent evening practice.
Why WTMA
Ten reasons students stay.
Parents want confidence and discipline. Adults want fitness, self-defence, and a challenge that does not feel random. WTMA gives both a clear place to train.
Train under one of Canada’s top instructors
Sensei Navid brings 35+ years of combat and teaching experience.
Improve physical health
Regular evening classes help build workout habits that last.
Learn self-defence
Learn practical responses to aggressive situations in a safe, controlled environment.
Strengthen your mind
Improve focus, concentration, consistency, and mental discipline.
Develop life skills
Children grow confidence, self-control, problem-solving, and self-esteem.
Get healthy while having fun
Training feels challenging, social, and motivating — not repetitive.
Challenge yourself
Step beyond comfort and earn visible progress through practice.
Learn multiple disciplines
Karate, kickboxing, grappling, MMA, and weapons defence in one system.
No long-term contracts
Month-to-month payments keep training flexible and honest.
Join the WTMA family
Meet people, build friendships, and train with a supportive team.
Schedule
Current class schedule.
Class times may change as groups fill. Contact Sensei Navid to confirm availability and the best starting point for your age group or experience level.
Karate — Schedule 1
Mon / Wed / Fri5:00–6:00pmKarate Beginners
6:00–7:00pmKarate Intermediate to Advanced
Karate — Schedule 2
Tue / Thu / SatTue/Thu5:00–6:00pm Beginners · 6:00–7:00pm Intermediate to Advanced
Saturday10:00–11:00am Beginners · 11:00am–12:00pm Intermediate to Advanced
Kickboxing / MMA
13+ / intermediate+Mon/Wed/Fri7:00–8:30pm Kickboxing/MMA · all levels, 13+
Tuesday7:00–8:30pm Grappling/MMA · intermediate and up
Women’s Class
Thursday7:00–8:30pmWomen’s cardio kickboxing + practical self-defence · all levels
Start training
Book a trial class.
WTMA classes are held inside Fitness 2000 Athletic Club. Tell us who the class is for and what you want to work on so Sensei Navid can point you toward the right program, schedule, and next available trial class.
Direct contact: wtmanavid@gmail.com · (604) 351-3878