Instructors
DOUVRIS Kemptville has an approach to karate, fitness, and leadership that is unique in the region.
Sensei Earl and his team are members of the Kemptville community and leaders in karate.
Master Sensei Earl Horvath
Master Sensei Earl is a 5th-degree black belt with over 20 years of experience teaching karate. He joined DOUVRIS in 1992 and was trained by Master Senseis John and Peter Douvris. He has competed on the Canadian karate team, Team Canada, and is a current World Karate Championship coach for that team. He was inducted into the North Grenville Sports Hall of Fame for his contributions to and achievements in sport.
In addition to training in, teaching, and coaching karate, Master Earl also enjoys running and kayaking. His personal hero is Terry Fox, and DOUVRIS Kemptville supports the annual Terry Fox run.
Sensei Nicole Vergette
Sensei Nicole is a second-degree blackbelt who has been taking karate classes alongside her two children, Sensei Jayce and Sensei Sierra, for the past 10 years. She is excited to be the Sensei for our Tykes program. Nicole is an ECE and has been working with children for over 25 years; it is her passion.
Outside of karate, Sensei Nicole loves travelling with her family and friends and, mostly with her children competing in Karate, has had the pleasure of travelling to many countries around the World.
Sensei Jayce Vergette
Sensei Jayce Vergette is a third degree black belt who has been with Douvris Kemptville since he was 7 years old. Jayce is very passionate in his teaching and watching his students grow as martial artists. He also loves the competition side of karate, competing in many local, national and international tournaments as part of team Douvris international. Jayce has had many achievements in his competitions, including multi time WKC world champion in point fighting.
In addition Jayce loves other sports such as hockey and football.
Sensei Sierra Vergette
Sensei Sierra Vergette is a Black Belt who has been with Douvris Kemptville since she was 9 years old. Sierra loves competing and has been successful in many local, national and international tournaments. Including winning gold for sparring at the WKC world karate championships.
Outside of Karate Sensei Sierra enjoys wresting, she is a 2-time provincial champion.
Sensei Remy Collar
Sensei Remy is a Black Belt who has been doing karate with Douvris Martial Arts since she was 3 years old and has been at Douvris Kemptville for 4 years. Remy loves competing at the regional, national and international level as a part of Team Douvris International. Remy also loves teaching and coaching, as well as being able to share her experience and passion for the sport with her students. Remy has many achievements in the sport, including being a two-time WKC World Champion in point fighting.
Outside of karate, Sensei Remy enjoys playing badminton, lifeguarding, painting and baking.
