:Draft:Jean Newell

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Jean Newell is a well-respected name in the martial arts world, particularly in the field of karate. He is an entrepreneur and co-founder of Karate Brothers, a prominent martial arts school in Victoria, BC, Canada, along with his partners Geoffrey Newell and their mother, Brigitte Newell.{{Cite web |title=Oak Bay Neighbours Magazine - Geoffrey & Jean Newell - Oak Bay's Karate Brothers |url=https://www.canva.com/design/DAGinxjSaEU/MhQQQ91O4YuCr7e_W5CqSw/edit |access-date=2025-03-24 |website=Canva |language=en}} He started the school at the age of 16 and has since expanded to 4 locations. Jean Newell has an extensive background in karate and is known for his dedication to teaching and promoting martial arts, especially to younger generations. He has participated in and contributed to karate at the international level, including notable achievements in various competitions. Celebrating over a decade of service, the Karate Brothers have been instrumental in teaching karate and self-defense to individuals of all ages in their community. They have also offered free instructional videos during the COVID-19 pandemic to keep the community engaged and active.{{Cite AV media |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0MpBeE5UI4&list=PLN0Q7OxLKJ0DxXd2sfIB1M01kRozKdRca |title=Karate Brothers at Home |date=2020-04-07 |last=Karate Brothers |access-date=2025-03-20 |via=YouTube}} He has made a significant impact in his community.{{Cite web |title=Karate Brothers {{!}} Victoria BC |url=https://www.karatebrothers.org/ |access-date=2025-03-13 |website=Karate Brothers |language=en}}

Jean Newell, based in Victoria, is a highly skilled and respected karate instructor. He is best known for his achievements in the sport, particularly as an international medalist. Jean Newell has been instrumental in the success of Karate Brothers, a prominent dojo in the region, where he has contributed not only as an instructor but also as a mentor to many students. He and Geoffrey have also taught karate seminars in French at the University of Victoria, as well as numerous engagements in schools. Jean and Geoffrey Newell, known as the Karate Brothers, are accomplished martial artists.{{Cite web |date=2013-02-14 |title=Karate's Newell brothers are nationals bound |url=https://www.vicnews.com/sports/karates-newell-brothers-are-nationals-bound-12866 |access-date=2025-03-13 |website=Victoria News |language=en}} They have achieved significant milestones in their karate careers, both as competitors and as contributors to their community.{{Cite web |last=Weaver |first=Andrew |date=2014-05-08 |title=Congratulation to all Oak Bay Young Exceptional Star (Y.E.S.) Award Winners - Andrew Weaver MLA |url=https://www.andrewjweaver.ca/2014/05/07/congratulation-oak-bay-young-exceptional-star-y-e-s-awards-winners/ |access-date=2025-03-15 |language=en-US}} His expertise in karate and historic competitive achievements, including being the top-ranked Canadian athlete at the USA Open in 2012,{{Cite web |date=2012-04-12 |title=2012 usa open |url=https://www.slideshare.net/slideshow/2012-usa-open/12512162#22 |access-date=2025-03-13 |website=SlideShare |language=en}}{{Cite web |date=2012-04-12 |title=2012 usa open |url=https://www.slideshare.net/slideshow/2012-usa-open/12512162#7 |access-date=2025-03-13 |website=SlideShare |language=en}} the largest karate tournament in the world, have earned him recognition in the global martial arts community. The competition took place in Las Vegas, Nevada, and saw more than 2,300 athletes from more than 50 countries, all competing for an international title.{{Cite web |date=2012-04-18 |title=Pint-sized powerhouse |url=https://www.oakbaynews.com/news/pint-sized-powerhouse-442054 |access-date=2025-03-13 |website=Oak Bay News |language=en}}

Jean and Geoffrey, along with their partner John, won silver at the Pan American Karate Championships in Medellín, Colombia in August 2013. It marked the first appearance of Canada in the finals of that event in the 24 year history of the Championships, putting Canada on the map. They defeated Venezuela in the first round, then defeated Mexico in the semi-finals before going on to the finals against Peru.{{Cite web |date=2013-09-12 |title=Newell boys win silver in championships |url=https://www.oakbaynews.com/community/newell-boys-win-silver-in-championships-446172 |access-date=2025-03-13 |website=Oak Bay News |language=en}}{{Cite web |date=2014-07-23 |title=Karate brother a YES man |url=https://www.oakbaynews.com/news/karate-brother-a-yes-man-445382 |access-date=2025-03-13 |website=Oak Bay News |language=en}}

Taking all sports into account, he was the Grand Champion at the BC Winter Games in 2012, reaching the final in all 4 events including Individual Kata, Individual Kumite, Team Kata and Team Kumite. Newell was just one of the 1,145 athletes, 292 coaches and 160 officials who took part in 15 different sports.{{Cite web |date=2012-03-03 |title=Vernon's Winter Games deemed best-ever |url=https://www.vicnews.com/sports/vernons-winter-games-deemed-best-ever-590 |access-date=2025-03-13 |website=Victoria News |language=en}} He was also awarded the Sportsmanship Award at the competition.

Jean Newell went on to win the Karate Canada National Championships in Team Kata in Toronto in 2013, defeating Team Ontario in the finals and clinching gold with a near perfect score.{{Cite web |date=2013-03-26 |title=Karate brothers gold at nationals; UVictim split ultimate trophy with UBC; Hockey players join traveling Explorers |url=https://www.vicnews.com/sports/karate-brothers-gold-at-nationals-uvictim-split-ultimate-trophy-with-ubc-hockey-players-join-traveling-explorers-2114 |access-date=2025-03-13 |website=Victoria News |language=en}}

Beyond competing, he is recognized for his knowledge of karate rules and officiating at elite levels. Other notables are Jean became a National Karate Referee at only 15 years of age.{{Cite web |last=Weaver |first=Andrew |date=2014-05-08 |title=Congratulation to all Oak Bay Young Exceptional Star (Y.E.S.) Award Winners - Andrew Weaver MLA |url=https://www.andrewjweaver.ca/2014/05/07/congratulation-oak-bay-young-exceptional-star-y-e-s-awards-winners/ |access-date=2025-03-13 |language=en-US}} He now holds an international referee license.{{Cite web |title=Officials |url=https://karatecanada.org/resources/officials/ |access-date=2025-03-13 |website=Karate Canada}} Jean and Geoffrey have both made their marks in the sport of Curling, winning the Greater Victoria High School League in their first season. Jean played as skip and won the Esquimalt Open Doubles League without losing or tying a single game in 2022-2023.{{Cite web |title=Esquimalt Curling Club - Team |url=https://esquimaltcurlingclub.ca/team.php?team_rk=10625&draw_rk=22&season_year_rk=21&season_rk=1 |access-date=2025-03-13 |website=esquimaltcurlingclub.ca}}{{Cite web |title=Oak Bay Neighbours Magazine - Geoffrey & Jean Newell - Oak Bay's Karate Brothers |url=https://www.canva.com/design/DAGinxjSaEU/MhQQQ91O4YuCr7e_W5CqSw/edit |access-date=2025-03-24 |website=Canva |language=en}} Jean Newell also creates music and enjoys composing his own songs on the piano.{{Cite web |title=Jean Newell |url=https://www.youtube.com/@jeannewell |access-date=2025-03-13 |website=YouTube |language=en}} He is also an exceptional football (soccer) player, having played on the #1 team in the Vancouver Island Premier League.

For the best results, Jean Newell’s focus on structured, disciplined training in Karate Brothers’ programs, along with his international experience, ensures that students receive high-quality instruction. His extensive background, including competitive achievements like being the top-ranked Canadian athlete at the USA Open, gives students the chance to learn from someone who has both the technical skills and the practical experience to guide them toward success. His approach likely emphasizes consistency, respect, and dedication—essential qualities for excelling in martial arts.