The Guyana Taekwondo Association (GTA) recently held an Open Taekwondo competition which was a resounding success in both the Kyorugi and Poomsae disciplines.
In layman terms, Kyorugi comprises sparring while in Poomsae, the competitors demonstrate a variety of attacking and defensive Taekwondo techniques, built in a certain sequence of combinations of techniques of hands and feet, implying a duel with an imaginary rival.
In the Cadet Boys divisions, Nathan Vandergyden excelled, clinching first place in both Poomsae and Kyorugi with Vivek Bassoo taking second place in both categories.
Meanwhile on the distaff side in the Pre-Cadet Girls division, Azaria Innis ruled the roost taking first place in both Poomsae and Kyorugi disciplines. While Innis occupied the top spots, Samaria Sealey had to settle for second place on both occasions.
Over in the Mixed Female Poomsae category, Kailan Wong dispatched all comers for first place with Shyanne Sealey in second. Additionally, Wong had competed in the Pre-Cadet Girls Poomsae category while Sealey took part in the Female Cadet Poomsae category.
Interested persons who are seeking to learn the art of Olympic Style Taekwondo can call 670-2615 for more details. Furthermore, the GTA is advising that classes are taught on Mondays and Wednesdays (5:15 PM to 6:30 PM) at the Guyana Teachers Union Hall, Woolford Avenue.
