Instructor Profile
Jamie Baneres
Assistant Instructor
Jamie Baneres is a 3rd kyu brown belt assistant instructor who teaches Little Dragons and Karate Kids. With a focus on kata and kumite, he values the patience, resilience, and focus karate has helped him build in a supportive training environment.
Training Philosophy
Training at TKI has given me a space to grow stronger in both body and mind, teaching me patience, resilience, and focus. The community lifts me up, inspiring me to push past my limits. It’s become a place where I can breathe, reset, and grow.
Achievements & Competition
Tassei Cup Teen Male Champion 2022, podium finishes in kata and kumite at the 2019 National Tournament, podium finishes at the 2018 QLD State Titles, Sohonbu Kumite Training 2024
Specialties
Kata, Kumite
Classes Taught
Little Dragons, Karate Kids
Training in Japan
2024 Sohonbu training
Outside Karate
I love aussie cars
