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SHIHAN VARDAN GEVORGYAN.
Grandmaster | 6th Dan Black Belt | Honored Coach of the Republic of Armenia | Professor | Co-Founder of Gevorgyan Martial Arts Academy
A Lifetime Dedicated to Martial Arts
Shihan Vardan Gevorgyan began his martial arts journey with Greco-Roman wrestling and combat sambo, developing the discipline, determination, and technical knowledge that would shape his lifelong career.
During the 1980s, he established himself as an accomplished martial artist and instructor. Between 1986 and 1989, he became an absolute champion of Armenia in combat sambo.
In 1989, he was recognized as the best combat sambo and wrestling coach of Dinamo Sports Club.
His introduction to traditional Japanese karate marked the beginning of a new chapter, leading him toward a lifetime dedicated to mastering, teaching, and preserving martial arts traditions.
A Pioneer of Karate in Armenia
Shihan Vardan Gevorgyan played a pioneering role in introducing and developing Jyoshinmon Shorin-Ryu Karate-Do in Armenia.
Having studied under internationally recognized masters, including Yury Maryashin and Soke Hoshu Ikeda, he became an authorized representative of the style in Armenia.
On April 14, 1990, the Jyoshinmon Shorin-Ryu Karate-Do school was established in Armenia, followed by the official registration of the national federation in 1992.
Under his leadership, karate expanded across Armenia, establishing schools, developing instructors, and introducing thousands of students to traditional Japanese martial arts.
His efforts helped build a foundation for generations of Armenian karate practitioners.
Building Champions and Generations of Martial Artists
Throughout his coaching career, Shihan Vardan Gevorgyan has developed numerous World Cup, national and international champions.
Under his leadership, Armenian karate teams achieved success at European championships, world championships, international cups, and prestigious tournaments.
His contributions extended beyond coaching individual athletes. He developed instructors, established training programs, and helped expand karate throughout Armenia.
His coaching philosophy emphasizes not only competitive excellence but also discipline, character, responsibility, and personal development.
For Shihan Gevorgyan, a true champion is defined not only by victories in competition but also by strength of character and integrity.
