Rank: Red Belt Black Stripe
Date Started Taekwon-Do: February 2008
Birthday: April 8th

2011 Internationals

Bronze Medal Adult Men Red Belt Sparring

What is your spouse's name: Sharon
What type of pets do you have and what are their names: Cat-Tippy & Dog-Prince
What do you want to be when you were a child: Navy Officer
Favorite part of class: Patterns
Where were you born: Argentia, Newfoundland
What countries/states have you lived in: Canada, Virginia, Maryland, Road Island, California, Washington, Kansas, Nebraska & Nevada
What sports/hobbies do you have other than Taekwon-Do: Bicycling, reading history/political books, golf
What is your favorite food: Pierce's Pitt BBQ, oustide of Williamsburg, VA
Highest level of education: Master of Science in Meterology and Physical Oceanography
Current Profession: Computer Engineer
During your career what was your favorite job: Storage Management Engineer
Child:  Amy

1. Why did you start Taekwon-Do: I wanted to learn how to defend myself and gain self-confidence
2. What made you interested enough to join:  My wife and child started and I didn't want to be the odd-man out
3. What did you think being a black belt meant before you started training: Being able to break stuff with your hands and defeat multiple opponents at the same time
4. What do you think being a black belt means now:      Knowledge and discipline

5. What changed your opinion: The experience of taking class
6. What was your goal when you started Taekwon-Do: Learn basic self-defense
7. What is your goal now:   To become a black belt

Certifications:

USTF Class C Referee, Jan 15, 2011