Christo Botha is a If you are going to do something do it well at Art by Christo. He possess expertise in coaching, training, leadership, management, fitness and 45 more skills. Colleagues describe him as "Christo is an excellent leader of people and from an early age demonstrated the true essence of a champion through his character and outstanding skill on the dojo floor. Showing utter dedication, loyalty and commitment to everything he undertakes, Christo grew as an instructor to become the obvious choice to be appointed as KZN Regional Chief Instructor for the style. He inspires excellence in young students & reignites the same in older ones. Leading by example and earning people's respect daily is how he has forged a successful career in martial arts culminating in him representing South Africa in the USA as part of the national team in 1997. He has an impressive track record but it is his humility linked with his physical talent and intimate knowledge of the martials which makes him worthy to stand among the best. Kancho Chris Botha: Funakoshi Style Head" and "Christo is an expert Martial Artist with a deep understanding of various disciplines, especially karate, as well as Martial Arts philosophy. His own outstanding achievements at the highest levels over a long period of time, are testament to his own abilities and he is a sterling role model to young students with his clean-living lifestyle, passion for his sport and for teaching. Being an excellent Martial Artist does not always automatically equate to being a talented teacher, yet Christo is at his best when uplifting young people to realise their own physical and mental potential. He encourages them to become disciplined individuals, dedicated to consist commitment to honing their own skills. He insists that excellence is achieved through ongoing participating in his carefully designed yet tough training routines. The high standard of his students' abilities speaks for itself. He can draw the best out of his students both young and adult through imparting his knowledge articulately, unselfishly and in such a way that each student understands the reasons behind their movements and techniques. He is revered by his past and present students, having earned their respect by being a humble, yet awe-inspiring leader. Christo took over my husband and my Funakoshi Karate dojo in 2001 in Berea and made a resounding success of it before moving his club to Pinetown and branching out by founding The Dragon Group. He is currently a 4th Dan and is also the Regional Chief Instructor for Funakoshi Karate in KZN. He is a true inspiration to all who are lucky enough to know him."