began learning karate at the age of 6 in Cuba. He made the national team when he took out the junior title at the age of 16 and then became a black belt at the age of 20. He migrated to Australia in 2013 and he was lucky enough to train at Battistello Karate in Malvern East where he obtained his 2nd dan with Master Luc.
Sensei Alex is on the Karate Victoria team, he has competed nationally and is a 3-time Australian champion (2013, 2016 & 2018). He also represented Battistello Karate – Hoppers Crossing Dojo at the World championship in Montreal, Canada. He loves to compete and encourages his students to compete in Kumite and Kata. Sensei Alex believes that Karate has given him many opportunities throughout his life and he wants to help all his students reach their goals and dreams too.
Senpai Pujitha is a very passionate Karate Coach and is very friendly and approachable.
(Brown Belt 1st Kyu) joined Hoppers Crossing Karate as a white belt in 2018, she is currently working towards her black belt and is an assistant coach at Hoppers Crossing Karate School. She will be working hard towards her black belt as well as studying even harder to complete her V.C.E this year. She is on the Karate Victoria State team and competes at a National level.
"The Hoppers Crossing Karate school provides a safe and fun environment to learn and be a part of a karate community. Sensei Alex and the Senpai's at the Dojo are very knowledgeable, welcoming and friendly, with each lesson being highly engaging. Karate is a great outlet for our child and has been an activity they eagerly look forward to."
“Our daughter has been with this school for 3 years now. We are so happy to be apart of the karate family, they have pushed her to grow and taught her to push herself to achieve greatness. They were so supportive during lockdown and helped to create a sense of normality during the tough years with continual weekly classes. I would highly recommend Hoppers Crossing Karate School to everyone. They are highly professional and extremely talented.”
"Sensei Alex is a great teacher and really cares about the students - young ones and young once. He motivates and believes in each student's potential and capability. Hoppers Crossing Karate School really helps your overall well being. Highly recommended!"