Inducted into the A.M.A.H.O.F.(Inc) for 2009
Instructor of the Year – Taekwondo – Victoria
Inducted into the W.K.U.H.O.F. for 2009
Instructor of the Year – Taekwondo – Victoria
I was born on 30th January, 1957, and have been involved in the field of martial arts for over 34 years. I am a practising 6th Dan Black Belt in Taekwondo and run a successful Taekwondo school. I am a very passionate and highly dedicated martial arts instructor. The critical factors of self discipline, respect and strength of character are enforced within my classes.
I am a prominent martial artist, committed to developing Martial Arts in the local community. I actively participate in supporting the community through various functions and events and contribute significantly to the high profile Taekwondo holds in the community.
I have a vivid passion for all forms of Martial arts and I continuously strive to extend and further develop my martial art skills. Thus I have participated in many other styles of martial arts including: Iaido, Jujitsu, karate, and Precision Pressure Point Targeting. Furthermore I have integrated the various styles in my teachings.
Interests: Martial arts, snow skiing, soccer and football.
Martial Arts Accomplishments:
| 2008 | : | Seminar: Dai Nippon Butoku Kai /Kyoto Japan Official Membership Dai Nippon Butoku Kai Combat Kali & Dumog Seminar |
| 2007 | : | 6th Dan Black Belt Taekwondo (Australia) Level 1 coach: Taekwondo Australia
Shodan Black Belt in Iaido (Japanese Samurai) Precision Martial Targeting (Justin Partridege) Pressure points Seminar (Steve Stuart) |
| 2006 | : | Precision Martial targeting Seminar( Justin Pnrtridege) 5th Dan Black Belt Taekwondo (Kukkiwon, Korea) |
| 2002 | : | 4th Dan Black Belt Taekwondo (Kukkiwon, Korea)
5th Dan Black Belt Taekwondo (Australia) |
| 2000 | : | 4th Dan Black Belt Taekwondo (Australia) |
| 1999 | : | Martial Arts Super seminar (Bill “Superfoot” Wallace) |
| 1998 | : | Superfoot seminar |
| 1997 | : | 3rd ban Black Belt Taekwondo |
| 1993 | : | 2nd ban Black Belt TaekwondoInstructor teaching at Oh’s Taekwondo Schools |
| 1989 | : | Superfoot seminar (Bill “Superfoot” Wallace) |
| 1981 | : | lst Dan Black Belt Taekwondo |
Career Summary:
In 1978, I completed a four year apprenticeship in electrical mechanics and received my A grade electrical licence. In 1980 I received my electrical contractor’s licence and I have been working as an electrical contractor to the present day.
Community Involvement:
I have positively contributed to the local community in the followings areas.
MCDonalds McHappy day on annual basis: Supported Ronald MacDonald House Charity – Martial Arts Events demonstration.
Guide Dog Association: Donations annually
Local Primary and Secondary Schools: School fetes and running extra curricula activities in Martial Arts workshops.