Meet Sensei Adriana Tilita

Owner and Coach at Hinode Karate Tienen

Hello! I am Sensei Adriana Tilita, the owner and coach at Hinode Karate Shotokan Tienen. I am excited to share with you my journey in the world of martial arts, specifically in Karate (Shotokan style).

My Journey in Karate

At the age of seven, my father introduced me and my sister to karate through a guidebook and martial arts movies. Despite my initial reluctance, my passion for karate grew as I trained under Sensei Florin Ionita at the Sakura Karate Club in my hometown Onesti, Romania

Early Achievements

In 2001, I won first place in kata at the World Cup FRK WKF, which solidified my decision to continue training. However, after Sensei Ionita left the country, I paused my karate practice.

Resuming Karate

In 2009, Sensei Ionita returned and encouraged me to return to the tatami. I resumed training, earned my black belt, began coaching, and pursued studies in physical education and sport at the University of Bacau. Throughout my career, I have achieved many significant results, including first and third-place finishes in kata at the WUKF World Championship in 2013. As a coach, I am proud of my students’ achievements, including a second-place finish at the WUKF World Championship.

Continuing the Passion in Belgium

After moving to Belgium, I encountered differences in the sports world but decided to follow my passion and resume practicing karate in 2022. As the owner and coach at Hinode Karate Shotokan Tienen, I am dedicated to helping young students become skilled karateka in a safe and fun environment.

Achievements and Credentials

•Former World Champion in kata

•Multiple national and international medals

•2nd DAN black belt in Shotokan Karate

•Degree in Sports Performance from Vasile Alecsandri University graduated in 2013

•Emeritus Master of Sports of Romania

•2013 WUKF World Championships: Bronze medal in Kata Individual, Gold medal in Kata Team with the Romanian national team

Multilingual Training

I conduct all courses in Dutch (Flemish), but I am fluent in French, English, Spanish, and Romanian. This allows me to assist students who are not Dutch-speaking by explaining techniques and instructions in their preferred language.

Coaching Philosophy

My coaching philosophy emphasizes discipline, focus, and perseverance. I believe in providing high-quality Shotokan Karate training in a supportive and personalized environment, ensuring that each student can achieve their best.