Oceans Choi Kwang Do, Brighton. Testimonial: Cheryl, Age 23

"My name is Cheryl Hughes, I am 23 years old and I am a trainee Solicitor.
I joined Choi Kwang Do under the strict instructions of my partner, who is a head instructor. To be quite honest, I was very nervous about joining a martial arts class which I knew was then dominated by male members. The closest I had ever come to martial arts was in the movies, so I did not expect to stick with it.

However, I was quickly made to feel like a valued member of Choi Kwang Do by the whole class. I noticed very early on that all the Instructors and Assistant Instructors were just as concerned with their classmates progress, as their own and would donate their own training time to help others improve their techniques. I found this to be very inspiring, in all other hobbies I had taken part in, the members were only concerned with their own progress or enjoyment.

Before joining Choi I was a very quiet, nervous person and I had little or no self confidence. Over the time that I have spent training at Choi Kwang Do, I have developed a sense of self confidence that I never believed possible. In the past I would approach situations with a negative outlook, however I now approach the same situations with a positive, determined attitude. I have developed confidence not just in my ability to defend myself, but in my abilities generally, I now have faith and confidence in myself.

I am now physically fitter than I have ever been before, I partake in other forms of exercise, which before joining Choi was unheard of! This is actively encouraged by the instructors at Oceans Choi Kwang Do. The Instructors actively encourage us to become healthier and they provided with advice on how to do so. Our instructors regularly attend health seminars and conferences in order to provide us with the most accurate and specific information that they can, they are genuinely concerned with our welfare, which is a very comforting feeling, knowing that someone cares for your wellbeing as much as you should.

I joined Choi Kwang Do because my partner bullied me into it! The reasons I have stayed are all of the above and more, however the main reason is because of the friendships I have formed. The members of Choi Kwang Do span all ages and backgrounds, and I can honestly say that each and every member has become a friend. We socialise at Choi and also outside of Choi, attending weddings, birthdays and other various social occasions. I have formed friendships that I know will last.
I genuinely believe that since joining Choi Kwang Do I have become a happier and healthier person, Choi Kwang Do gives you the platform to become the person that you want to be."

Regards

Cheryl