Mr. James Taylor
2nd Dan Black Belt
How long have you have been training in Taekwondo?
I have been in Taekwondo for eight years.
How did you get involved in Taekwondo?
We saw an advertisement in the City of Ottawa catalogue so my brother and I decided to give it a try. After the first class I felt a good connection with the sport.
What is Taekwondo to you specifically?
Taekwondo is a place away from normal life. No matter what is happening in life, Taekwondo takes your focus off of homework, stress, and work. Taekwondo is a sport that keeps me active an focused.
What do you enjoy about Taekwondo?
Taekwondo challenges you. There is always room for improvement. Taekwondo has a positive environment and is a fun place to train. The sport not only challenges you physically but in every other aspect as well.
How has Taekwondo affected you?
Taekwondo has given me a place to have fun and stay active. Taekwondo has made me a positive person through all of its discipline and social environment. The Korean martial art has made me challenge myself and push myself to do my very best.
What's your favourite motvational/inspirational quote(s)?
"Wherever you go, go with all your heart."
--Confucius