Our Team

Sensei Ouellette is the Eastern Canadian co-representative for the International Ryukyu Karate Research Society and co-founder of Ouellette Karate & Self-Defence for which he is the principal instructor of the Ottawa campus.  Having studied karate for over 25 years with some of the most respected instructors in the world, Sensei Ouellette has gained a level of knowledge and experience which is reflected by his credentials below.  Richard believes that it is his responsibility to deliver a training program that allows his students to enjoy themselves, while getting into great shape and learning to truly defend themselves.  He also strives to encourage an atmosphere that will allow students to build their confidence, motivation and concentration.  Sensei Ouellette's current focus is on teaching self-defence that can be applied effectively, irrespective of an individual's size, strength or gender.

Renshi Ouellette is a co-founder of Ouellette Karate & Self-Defence for which he is principal instructor of the Toronto chapter and he is also the Eastern Canadian co-representative for the International Ryukyu Karate Research Society. With his background in kinesiology, shiatsu, and health care Don has made a significant contribution to the development of a very safe and health-oriented martial arts program. Renshi Ouellette has very respected credentials and has been studying karate for over 25 years with a number of noteworthy instructors. He is currently focusing on the healing side of the martial arts and its incorporation into a modern curriculum. Along with his focus on health and safety, Don also delivers a course on self-defence for women that is both effective and strongly grounded in common sense.

Sensei Bell first started studying karate in 1980 after purchasing Tatsuo’s Suzuki’s book “Karate-do”. He trained in Wado Ryu as a member of Suzuki’s organization under many of the UK’s top instructors. All his Kyu gradings were passed after examination by T.Suzuki himself or his principal assistants at the time, M. Shomitsu and K.Sakagami. As a result of many changes in location around the UK he gained wide appreciation of different instructor’s personal interpretations of the 15 kata registered by H.Otsuka, the founder of Wado Ryu, as capturing the defining techniques of the style. In 1996 Andrew and his family emigrated to Canada and shortly afterwards ended up in Ottawa where he started training with Sensei Richard Ouellette. After over a decade of hard work he was finally awarded his black belt and teaching certificate, which he was presented with by Sensei Paul Leonard (8th Dan). During his time in Ottawa, Andrew has also trained under Hanshi Patrick McCarthy in Koryu Uchinadi. As a result he is devoting much of his training time to a re-examination of the kata of Wado Ryu through the lens of the principles of Koryu Uchinadi. His aim is to better understand the hidden defensive themes of Wado Ryu.

Morgan Duchesney has a Chito Ryu Karate background. He currently studies Wado Ryu Karate and Koryu Uchinadi Kenpo Jutsu with Sensei Richard Oullette (5th Dan) of Oullette's Karate and Self-Defense in Ottawa Canada. Sensei Oullette and his brother Don (5th Dan) are the eastern Canada representatives of Kyoshi Patrick McCarthy's International Ryukyu Karate Research Society (IRKRS). Mr. Duchesney and his students practice only practical Karate techniques. In addition to practicing kihon and various levels of kumite they concentrate on 2 person drills and responses to what Kyoshi McCarthy calls the 36 Habitual Acts of Personal Violence (HAPV). Kata is practiced mainly as a memory tool to remind students of previously-learned self-defense techniques. The club has no sporting interests. The training is quite rigorous and includes extensive conditioning and body tempering drills. The club is strictly non-profit operating at the level of expenses only. All over 14 years are welcome.

Sensei Presland is an instructor with Ouellette Karate & Self-Defence who has studied karate since 1974. Specializing in combat (Kumite), Carl has developed a reputation as a fierce competitor. He developed his kicking skills to such a degree that they helped earn him numerous championship wins on the Canadian/US open tournament circuit. Sensei Presland now follows in the footsteps of his instructors and uses his skills to develop the next generation of Karatedo champions.

Sensei Orzel has over 10 years experience practicing and teaching karate. She brings a unique perspective to her instruction with her child services background and research in violence against women. Lynn has great skills in fighting techniques from a distance, being seized, or taking it to the ground.

Sensei Cambell is an assistant instructor with Ouellette Karate & Self-Defense's children program and has studied karate since 1995. Specializing in helping children with learning difficulties, Doug has developed a reputation as a compassionate and caring mentor. Doug's dedication and resolve to never quit, makes him a core member of our team.