Experiences shared by students from:

London Weekend Course

- May 2019

London Weekend Course 2019

"The London weekend sparring course represented for me and my son a huge opportunity to train under Grandmaster Loh's supervision and also the chance to bond with our other colleagues from the TTA clubs across England. I was really happy to discover a few new training exercises and to see my son showing interest and building confidence while listening to Grandmaster Loh’s explanations.

A few defending and blocking technics were explained step by step which helped me and my son understand better the purpose of them and how to apply them when you find yourself in a difficult situation. When it comes to sparring I learned how important it is to know how to control your breathing properly and to focus more on your target and not so much on brut force. I would like to thank to Grandmaster Loh and Dr. Lew for this training opportunity and looking forward to the next one."  - Lucian

 

"I was very happy for my fellow students that they were able to come and join the larger family of TTA during the London weekend.  I always enjoyed the training in big numbers as I have the opportunity to see and acknowledge different variations of the same technique. Grandmaster Loh is always kind and intervene as necessary to improve our moves, balance, technique. Because of his background, Grandmaster Loh is able to spot mistakes and prompt the individual to ensure that he/she does understand the minor changes that he/she has to address, things that I find fascinating. Little things make a world of difference. 
This weekend Grandmaster Loh taught us a different kick, I've seen it in world championship competition and grand prix competitions but never practice it - front hook kick.  Brought a new dimension to the existing kicks that we've been using. 

I've enjoyed the applications for Poomsae practice, for all forms and more - like head lock, arm lock - what to do in real life when facing threats.  Taekwondo gives you the skills to be always prepared and to have a clear mind of the world around you and how to develop yourself in everyday life. "  - Andreia

 

"I really like it, I was trying so much and gave my best effort to finish the exercises. Was hard time, but I want to come again if I'm allowed.
What I like most was the head lock and that nobody can strangle me, cause I know what I have to do to defend myself.
I had a good time with fellow students and that Grandmaster Loh help me out at times to be faster with my kicks. Grandmaster Loh also told me that I have to be strong during Poomsae practice and to stand up straight in my finish position.
It was great to be with so many people that are concentrated on the same thing - to get better with their own journey in Taekwondo." - Teodor 

"Being part of London weekend was a great developmental opportunity. This is my first weekend course away from Sussex.
It was good to pair up with other students who were not part of Sussex and share experiences.
I personally asked for feedback from my fellow students in London on my kicks who provided insightful/useful information in developing my kicks for example reverse kick.
Grandmaster Loh teaches precision and accuracy. Being chosen to perform a basic back kick was daunting at first (in-front of other students) However a simple correction and practice and I soon realised the correct form! I also realised to be chosen to perform in front of other students is a actually a gift to learn and develop not only for me but for others.
I was most thankful for the experience. I will continue to develop basic form to a higher level to enable an efficient strike or block. - Amar

 

"It was a brilliant experience to train under Grand Master Loh. It was a different experience being taught by another person. Although the weekend was very hard both physically and mentally, we gained much experience and would be very happy to attend the next course. Both of us will be able to look forward to a better attitude in Taekwondo with cleaner and crisper Poomsae". - Darren