AARON HENSLEY + RISE NATION
Build Leaders. Build Systems. Build Legacy.
RISE Nation is the ecosystem Aaron Hensley built to help coaches, martial arts school owners, faith-driven leaders, fitness leaders, and service-based entrepreneurs turn expertise into scalable businesses that develop leaders, serve communities, and create lasting impact.
Leadership Architect | Founder of RISE Nation | Built 24 locations across 6 states | Multimillion-dollar exit
Built from 30+ years of leadership, business building, and real-world operational experience.
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OUR STORY
A School of Leaders.
For over 45 years, Red Dawn Martial Arts has helped Brampton families build confidence, discipline, and character through martial arts. Our mission is simple: help every student become the best version of themselves in a positive, supportive environment.
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Our STORY
A School of Leaders.
A School of Life.
Red Dawn Martial Arts has been a trusted part of the Brampton community since 1981. What began as a martial arts school has grown into a place where students of all ages learn valuable life skills that extend far beyond the training floor.
Under the leadership of Master Anthony Elliott and a team of experienced instructors, our focus has always been about more than physical training. We believe confidence, respect, perseverance, and personal responsibility are developed through consistent effort, positive mentorship, and a supportive learning environment.
Today, Red Dawn is home to a thriving community of students and families who encourage one another to grow, improve, and reach their potential. Whether you're joining us for the first time or have been training for years, you'll find a welcoming atmosphere where every student is valued and every achievement matters.
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Year Founded
45+
Years Experience
7,168+
Students Helped
our core values
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Character First
We use martial arts as a tool to help students develop integrity, responsibility, and strong personal values.
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Positive Mentorship
students feel supported and challenged to grow.
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Confidence Through Growth
We help students build lasting self-belief by celebrating progress, overcoming obstacles, and achieving meaningful goals.
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Community & Respect
We foster a culture where students, families, and instructors support one another and treat everyone with dignity and respect.
about US
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Brampton
our RED DAWN team
Anthony Elliott
President & Director
Wilfrid Marcano
Head Taekwondo Instructor
Pareena Virk
Lead Kickboxing Coach
QUICK ANSWERS
COMMON QUESTIONS FROM
Brampton
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Serving Brampton area, and surrounding communities.
How long has Red Dawn Martial Arts been in Brampton, ON?
Red Dawn Martial Arts has been serving the Brampton community for over 45 years. Since opening its doors in 1981, the school has helped thousands of students build confidence, discipline, and life skills through martial arts training in a positive and supportive environment.
Who are the instructors at the Brampton, ON location?
Red Dawn Martial Arts is led by Master Anthony Elliott, President and Director, alongside a team of experienced instructors dedicated to helping students succeed both on and off the mat. The instructional team is known for providing positive mentorship, individualized attention, and a welcoming atmosphere for children, teens, and adults of all experience levels.
Is Red Dawn part of a larger organization?
Red Dawn Martial Arts is an independently operated martial arts school that has been a trusted part of the Brampton community for more than four decades. While the academy collaborates with other martial arts professionals and organizations, its programs, culture, and leadership are built around serving local families and helping students become the best version of themselves.
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Root-cause healing that restores the body through nervous system regulation, detox pathways, and metabolism. Not symptom-chasing. Not another bandaid.
Hi, I'm Dr. Kourtney
Three pillars of real,
lasting results
Energy & Fatigue Recovery
Nervous system and detox support that addresses why your body is stuck in survival mode — not just masking exhaustion with caffeine and supplements.
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Metabolism & Weight Loss Resistance
If you're eating right and exercising but nothing moves, there's a deeper reason. We find it — and fix it — using functional labs and a personalized protocol.
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Hormone Balance
Hormone issues are signals of something deeper — drainage, nervous system dysregulation, or metabolic burden. I help you address the root, not just the numbers.
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MY APPROACH
Why clients get results when
nothing else worked
I combine 20+ years as a pharmacist with a root-cause, whole-body approach — bridging conventional medicine with the deeper healing most practitioners never address.
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Regulate before you detox
Nervous system and drainage are the non-negotiable foundation. Skip this step and nothing else sticks.
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Healing is low and slow
Real detox doesn't happen overnight. Sustainable results come from doing it right — at the pace your body can actually handle.
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Symptoms are signals, not diagnoses
Hormone imbalances, weight gain, fatigue — your body is communicating. We listen, then address what they're pointing to.
"I get it, because I've been there — and I know exactly where conventional medicine stops and real healing begins."
● Pharmacist-level fluency in your labs, medications, and diagnostics
● Functional medicine lens that asks why , not just what
● Whole-body protocols — nervous system, detox, and metabolism together
● 1:1 consultations using the Root Cause Method, not cookie-cutter plans
● Internationally accredited certification teaching practitioners the same method
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business Advisory & Tenant Representation
These two services are conducted without geographic restriction. We advise and represent clients wherever the deal or operation requires — across the US.
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Clients & Partners
Past tenants and S&P 500 companies we've worked alongside.
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