Shihan Chester Coetzer, 6th Dan, has devoted his life to karate, beginning his journey at the age of four under the guidance of his father, Hanshi Attie Coetzer, 9th Dan. Trained from an early age, Chester quickly developed a passion for the art, growing into a skilled practitioner, dedicated teacher, and role model for all ages.

He began assisting in classes as a child and officially became a Sensei in (2009) after earning his 3rd Dan. With over 19 years of teaching experience, His Tenshinkan Karate practice has continued without pause for 32 years. he continues to train and mentor students alongside his father.

He competed in multiple Provincial and National and International Championships A two-time Tenshinkan Karate Japan Champion (2003, 2006), Chester earned his 1st Dan in Japan and later won the Tenshinkan Kancho Cup Championship in Japan and South Africa (2006, 2016), where he performed alongside World Chief Instructor Kancho Mamoru Miwa. He also claimed back-to-back victories at the SARMAF South African All Style Championships (2022, 2023), He Achieved Provincial Gauteng Colours and SA Colours and Won the German and Wales ICO All-Styles Championship in (2024, 2025), He became the youngest practitioner in Tenshinkan Karate South Africa to achieve the rank of 6th Dan Appointment from World Chief Instructor Kancho Mamoru Miwa (2024), He Became Two Time Protea World Champion in (2024, 2025),

Chester is passionate about using karate to build confidence, promote discipline, and combat bullying and grow future champions and true leaders. Together with his father—who serves as World Liaison Officer and South African Chief Instructor—they continue to inspire through their schools and dedication to the values of karate.

Chester’s journey is one of legacy, passion, and lifelong excellence in martial arts.