Growth Studios Group Officially Launches North American Martial Arts Platform
TORONTO, ON — June 5, 2026
Growth Studios Group today announced its official launch, bringing together leading martial arts schools across Canada serving thousands of students.
Founded by martial arts operators, entrepreneurs, and business leaders, Growth Studios Group was created to help exceptional martial arts schools strengthen operations, develop instructors, improve performance, and accelerate growth while preserving the culture, leadership, and community relationships that make each school unique.
Growth Studios Group is proud to be supported by financing from leading Canadian banks, providing the capital and resources necessary to support long-term growth and future acquisitions throughout North America.
Master Tony Kook, Co-Founder of Growth Studios Group and owner of multiple martial arts studios across Canada now part of the Growth Studios network, believes the opportunity for martial arts schools has never been greater.
"Martial arts schools have a profound impact on the lives of their students. Every day, instructors help young people and adults build confidence, discipline, resilience, and leadership skills that extend far beyond the training floor. Growth Studios Group was created to help exceptional schools reach their full potential by providing access to proven systems, shared resources, leadership development, and operational support. Our goal is to help school owners and instructors focus on what matters most—developing students and strengthening their communities."
Guy Amini, Chief Executive Officer of Growth Studios Group and former President of Dentalcorp, helped lead the growth of one of Canada's largest healthcare consolidation platforms.
"The North American martial arts industry is highly fragmented, yet filled with exceptional operators and strong community-based businesses," said Amini. "Growth Studios Group was built to provide school owners with a long-term partner that brings access to capital, operational expertise, and scalable infrastructure. We believe there is a significant opportunity to create value for students, instructors, school owners, and their communities by helping great schools grow and thrive for generations."
Among the founding schools is North York Taekwondo, founded by Canadian National Team member and entrepreneur Ali Ghafour, founder of 2020 Armor, a sports technology company whose products are used by martial arts organizations around the world.
Growth Studios plans to continue partnering with outstanding martial arts school owners across North America who are seeking succession planning, growth capital, operational support, or a long-term strategic partner.
About Growth Studios Group
Growth Studios Group acquires and partners with exceptional martial arts schools across North America. The company helps school owners strengthen operations, improve performance, develop instructors, and accelerate growth while preserving the culture, leadership, and community relationships that make each school unique.
Launching with locations in British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, Growth Studios Group combines local leadership with centralized support services, instructor development, technology, and growth capital, allowing schools to benefit from shared resources while maintaining their individual brands, leadership teams, and unique identities.
For more information, visit www.growthstudiosgroup.com.
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Growth Studios Group
