Sensei Martina began training with Douvris Martial Arts in 2010, alongside sons Sebastian and Niko (who she is pictured with on the left). She received her black belt in 2015 and began competing shortly after. She earned her 2nd degree black belt in 2018. For many years she was the Douvris Competition Team manager, which competes in tournaments all over the world. After both Seb and Niko won multiple gold medals representing Canada, Sensei Martina was inspired to earn her spot on the National team. She brought home a gold and a 2 bronze medals for Canada at the 2015 WKC World Championship in Orlando,  3 silver medals at the 2016 WKC World Championship in Dublin and a Gold medal at the Canadian National Championship 2017.

Sensei Martina is a certified Can Fit pro Canada Personal Training Specialist and NCCP Level-1 Certified Coach

When Martina is not training or competing, she works as a residential counselor for individuals with disabilities.