Richard DeSouza is the manage of the Challenge Centre. He holds a 5th Dan in Ryukyu Kempo Karate Combatives and a Purple Belt in BJJ. Richard has been studying martial arts since 1986 and began his training in Ryu Kyu Kempo in 1992.
Richard is the head instructor of the Lil' Champs and adults KMA programs and an instructor in Kickboxing and BJJ. Richard is also the Challenge Centre's Administrations Director and Student Manager. He holds a Certificate IV in Personal Training.
Words cannot describe how much of a positive impact the Challenge Centre and its staff have impacted my family. The staff are exceptional. They are educated, dedicated and never too busy to offer guidance or assistance when asked. Not only have my family gained physical fitness, mental strength and well being, we have gained a family. The Challenge Centre come highly recommended by my whole family. It is a vibrant and positive environment for all ages.
Over the past four years, the Challenge Centre has formed an integral part of our health, fitness and social wellbeing. The staff are not just trainers and instructors, they have become life long friends and wonderful role models to our children.
I find the classes inspiring and exciting. Love the mental philosophies and the encouragement is amazing. I love the physical fitness aspect of it. I love the challenge! The instructors are fantastic.