Michael Rybyj has practiced and taught martial arts to thousands of students in Toronto, Scarborough, Mississauga, Markham, Thornhill, Richmond Hill and surrounding areas for the past thirty years.  As well as being the founder of Kenshusei Martial Arts, Michael Rybyj has also owned/operated/taught martial arts outfits such as Essential martial Arts and Aiki Kempo Karatedo.  His education and experience include the following:

• Bachelor of Arts, York University in Sociology and Philosophy
• Guest lecturer in Martial Arts History & Philosophy at York University
• Has written articles and has had various features on different media: CBC, CFTO, Toronto Star, local newspapers, magazines, etc.
• Designed and provided courses in elementary schools, high schools, colleges and universities
• Conducted seminars and demonstrations for 385 Scout group and the first Westminster Beaver Colony
• Designed and provided courses for members of various ethnic community centres as well as for several public libraries
• Taught law enforcement personnel and security personnel
• Designed and provided courses for the Canadian Military (The Royal Canadian Regiment)
• Designed and provided courses for Tennis Canada and its participants

Sensei Rybyj prides himself on teaching a unique blend of martial arts for today’s times!