Douvris Martial Arts
- Riverside-South -
A little About Us
Douvris Riverside South is Ottawa's only "kids-only" karate school. We offer Kids' Karate programs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The focus is on teaching and nurturing young children. This unique centre is owned and operated by Senseis Fortunato and Domenic Aversa. The Aversa brothers are karate champions and international competitors. DOUVRIS programs, methods, and standards have been designed, tested, and proven over 40 years. Our focus is on helping our members build confidence, strength, and a positive sense of physical and mental well-being.
Karate Programs We Offer
Character Development
DOUVRIS Martial Arts strongly believes in developing our students' character alongside the martial arts skills we teach them. The Striving for Excellence character development program was designed with over 40 years of experience in teaching children respect, confidence, and self-discipline. Striving for Excellence allows our members to discuss, practice, and apply character development traits in their lives.
Why Choose Douvris?
Special Family Rates
Discounted family membership options make training affordable for everyone.
All-Inclusive Membership
Progress with confidence! Your membership includes all belt testing and advancement fees.
Karate Member Perks
Karate members enjoy full access to all classes, events for their belt level.
40+ Years of Expertise
Four decades of proven martial arts and character development.
A Community That Inspires
Douvris is more than a dojo. It's a family built on passion, tradition, and values that shape tomorrow’s leaders.
Belonging Starts Here
We provide a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space where students of all ages and backgrounds feel supported and encouraged.
Your Journey To Excellence
From life skills to black belt training, we guide every student toward their personal best, on and off the mats.
Douvris Starter Memberships
The most exciting way to see what makes us different is to step on the mat and try it for yourself.
At DOUVRIS, we’ve created two starter memberships so you can experience our classes, our culture, and what it really feels like to be part of the DOUVRIS family.
Call us at 613-822-4536 and see how strength, confidence, and empowerment can transform your life. Take the first step-you'll never look back!
Douvris Riverside-South Class Schedule
Curious about our class times? Explore our weekly class schedule to find training times that fit your lifestyle. With programs for every age and level, it’s easy to stay consistent, progress confidently, and make martial arts a part of your routine.
EMAIL us at riverside-south@douvris.com for more information!
• In class sessions must be pre-booked by emailing riverside-south@douvris.com
• Pre-booking will be done on a first come, first served basis
The schedule is effective July 1, 2024
Douvris Riverside-South Instructors
DOUVRIS Riverside-South has an approach to karate and leadership that is unique in the region. Senseis Domenic and Fortunato Aversa and their team are members of the Ottawa community and leaders in karate.
Sensei Domenic Aversa, Co-Owner
Sensei Dominic began studying karate in 1986 at the age of 10, with Master Senseis John & Peter Douvris. Since then, he has earned his sixth-degree black belt, 15 individual, and six team World Championship gold medals in super lightweight point sparring. He has been the Canadian National Champion since 1995.
He received the ACT Award (now the Ottawa Sports Award) as Amateur Athlete of the Year in the field of sport karate, and in 2012, was inducted into the World Karate and Kickboxing Council Hall of Fame. He continues to compete in the National and World tournament circuits.
Sensei Fortunato Aversa, Co-Owner
Sensei Fortunato began studying karate in 1986 at the age of nine, with Master Senseis John & Peter Douvris. Since that time, he has earned his sixth-degree black belt and was the first Canadian competitor to win the welterweight point sparring World Championship in Denmark. He has been the Canadian National Champion since 1993 and has accumulated 12 individual and six team gold medals in welterweight point sparring in World Championship competition.
He is a two-time recipient of the ACT Award (now the Ottawa Sports Award) as Amateur Athlete of the Year in the field of sport karate, and in 2000 was named Canadian Martial Artist of the Year. He continues to compete in the National and World tournament circuits.
Sensei Anthony Bianco
Sensei Anthony joined DOUVRIS as an instructor in 2010 and is a 1st-degree Black Belt. He began studying karate at the age of four.
As a youth, he participated in competitions and enjoyed the challenges and opportunities it presented. He enjoys the family-friendly environment at DOUVRIS karate Ottawa because it provides an opportunity for students of all ages to learn and grow.
Sensei Anthony studies Business at Ottawa University.
Where To Find Us
Want to learn more? Feel free to drop in for a visit! We are located at 6-665 Earl Armstrong Road, Ottawa, ON K1V 2G2!
Contact Us:
Douvris Martial Arts Riverside-South
6-665 Earl Armstrong Road, Ottawa, ON K1V 2G2
riverside-south@douvris.com
613-822-4536
Hours:
Monday, 4:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, 4:40 p.m. – 8:40 p.m.
Wednesday, 4:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, 4:40 p.m. – 8:40 p.m.
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