
Soke John Therien - 10. Dan
John Therien, 10th Dan, is a globally sought-after instructor for seminars, lectures, and martial arts conferences. As the founder of the Therien Jiu Jitsu & Kickboxing Dojo, established in 1968, he led one of Canada's largest and most successful martial arts schools, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2018.
With over a thousand certified black belts and more than 3,000 active students in the Can-Ryu system, he has had a lasting impact on the martial arts landscape. As a co-founder of the World Kobudo Federation (WKF), he established an organization represented in over 35 countries with thousands of members.




