TRAINING: Strength and Conditioning in the morning, followed by BJJ, then rest. Then kickboxing / Muay Thai followed up with wrestling to end the day. Six days a week.

Thoughts on opponent, Karlos Vemola? Very strong and aggressive wrestler with powerful striking.

When and why did you start training for fighting? In 2006. I wanted to move from Karate to MMA.

What ranks and titles have you held? Maximum Fighting Championship (MFC) Light Heavyweight Champion, 2nd degree Chito-Ryu Karate Black Belt

Do you have any heroes? Arnold Schwarzenegger, Albert Einstein, Bruce Lee

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? The beginning of me showcasing myself to the world at the highest level.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? No

What was your job before you started fighting? Personal trainer / Ninja

Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? Four-time National (Canada) Karate Champion, Pan-Am Karate Silver (x1) & Bronze (x2) Medallist, 14-time Provincial Karate Champion

Favorite grappling technique: Rear Naked Choke

Favorite Striking technique: Spinning hook kick

•    Competed on The Ultimate Fighter 8, lost close majority decision to Antwain Britt

•    Pro since 2007

•    Lost debut to Adam Braidwood, is unbeaten in 16 fights since

•    Six wins by KO, two by submission

•    Owns wins over UFC vets Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou, Wilson Gouveia, Marvin Eastman, and Jesse Forbes. Has also defeated kickboxing star Rick Roufus.