Advay & Alisha were amongst the youngest to get the black belt at the taekwondo black belt ceremony event, which took place in Sofitel Jumeirah Beach Hotel and was hosted by The Phoenix Black Belt Academy.
Advay Sureka, eight years old, studying in year 4 at Emirates International Jumeirah, says that he is extremely happy to get the black belt. He thanks his master Amal Graves, other instructors, his parents (Varsha Sureka & Manoj Sureka) and his school teacher Rachel Collins, for their support and motivation. He enjoys taekwondo because it gives him physical and mental strength and fitness.
Alisha Fatima Memon, eight years old, studying in year 4 at Jumeirah English Speaking School (JESS), daughter of Arsalan Memon & Murk Memon, says that taekwondo has taught her a lot of things in her life. “I have learned to be strong and resilient in my black belt journey,” mentions Alisha.
“Congratulations to all the kids. Achieving this level of mastery in any martial art is a significant accomplishment and requires a great deal of dedication, hard work, and discipline,” says one of the parents – Varsha Sureka.
Taekwondo is a martial art that originated in Korea. The modern form of taekwondo began to take shape in the 1940s and 1950s. Today, taekwondo is practised by millions of people worldwide and is recognized as one of the most popular martial arts in the world. It is known for its fast and powerful techniques, which utilize kicks and punches delivered with precision and speed. In addition to its physical benefits, taekwondo also emphasizes mental and spiritual development, and practitioners often strive to cultivate discipline, focus, and respect through their training.