Our Instructors
Learn from experienced martial artists dedicated to preserving traditional techniques while helping you achieve your personal goals.
Head Instructor
Meet the founder and lead instructor of Reisky Martial Arts
Sensei Rei Jiloca
Sensei Rei started practicing the art of karate in 1985. He has competed in more than 80 tournaments held in the Philippines, Canada, the United States, and Japan both in kata (forms) and kumite (sparring) divisions. He is also an accredited Provincial Judge for kata, kumite and kobudo with KarateBC.
Aside from practicing Shotokan and Goju Ryu styles of karate, Sensei Rei had a short stint learning the Shito Ryu style while on a work assignment in Singapore. In September 2023, Sensei Rei started to learn the Seikokai style of Shito Ryu Karate under Shihan Kazuyuki Hashimoto.
After one year of intensive training, Sensei Rei was awarded the shodan black belt by Shihan Hashimoto, and was certified as the head instructor of the Surrey Branch of the Suzuki Ha Shito Ryu Karate Association, operating under the name of Seikokai Shito Ryu (Reisky Dojo).
He also studied the Filipino martial arts of "Arnis" under Master Shishir Allan Inocalla and certified as a Lakan/Guro 1. Sensei Rei is also a student in Shimbukan weaponry under Shihan William Chung.
Sensei Rei is a litigation paralegal by profession for a national law firm in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. He was recognized as "2021 Outstanding Paralegal – Vancouver" sponsored by a national recruitment firm in Canada.
Sensei Rei is currently a member of the Tournament Committee of Karate BC.
Recent Achievements:
- Silver, Men's Masters Individual Kumite, Black Belt Division, 2024 BC Provincial Championships, Richmond, BC
- Silver, Men's Masters Individual Kumite, Black Belt Division, 2023 BC Provincial Championships, Richmond, BC
- Bronze, Men's Masters Individual Kumite, USA Open, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
- Silver, Men's Masters Individual Kumite, Black Belt Division, 2022 BC Provincial Championships, Richmond, BC
- Gold, Men's Masters Individual Kumite, Black Belt Division, 2021 Canada Open Karate Championships, Richmond, BC
- Gold, Men's Masters Individual Kumite, Black Belt Division, 2020 Hayashi-Ha Invitational Karate Championships, Lynnwood, Washington, USA
- Silver, Men's Masters Individual Kata, Black Belt Division, 2019 Canada Open Karate Championships, Richmond, BC
- Silver, Men's Masters Individual Kumite, Black Belt Division, 2019 Canada Open Karate Championships, Richmond, BC
- 3rd Place, Men's Masters Individual Kumite, Black Belt Division, 2019 Hirano Cup International Championships, Wakayama, Japan
- 3rd Place, Mixed Kata, 2019 Hirano Cup International Championships, Wakayama, Japan
- Silver, Men's Masters Individual Kumite, Black Belt Division, 2019 Steveston Invitational Cup, Richmond, BC
- Gold, Individual Kumite, Black Belt Division, 2018 KYK Friendship Tournament, Richmond, BC
Specializations:
- Goju Ryu, Shito Ryu and Shotokan Karate
- Kobudo (Weaponry)
- Filipino Arnis (Lakan 1)
- Competition preparation and coaching
Guest Advisor
Our advisor for Filipino Martial Arts (Arnis) events
Datu Shishir Allan Inocalla
FMA Grandmaster • Voice/Movement of Michelangelo (TMNT) • Full Profile to Follow
Full profile to follow.
Our Teaching Philosophy
Student-Centered
We meet each student where they are and help them progress at their own pace while maintaining high standards of technique and effort.
Tradition & Innovation
We preserve traditional martial arts techniques while adapting teaching methods to modern learning styles and individual needs.
Community Focus
We foster a supportive dojo environment where students encourage each other's growth and celebrate individual achievements together.
Train With Experienced Instructors
Your first class is free. Come experience our teaching style and meet Sensei Rei in person. No experience necessary.
Questions? Call 778-871-1544
Teaching martial arts in Surrey since 2010