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CONGRATULATIONS!!!

We are proud to announce the promotion of our Head Instructor Mr Paul Harper to 5th Dan Black Belt at the recent Senior Black Belt Grading on the Gold Coast. Held over 2 days, the event was a combination of both physical and mental discipline. All patterns from Chon-Ji to Moon-Moo were covered, as were step sparring, power breaking, theory, self defence techniques and a gruelling fitness test. Mr Harper dedicated a lot of his time in preparation for this event and his hard work certainly paid off. A well-deserved achievement!

You can find a full write-up of the Senior Dan grading on the ITF Australia website.

Welcome to the Home Page for IL SHIM International Taekwon-Do Melbourne in Australia. We are a friendly, family-oriented martial arts club, located at the foothill of the beautiful Dandenong Ranges in Melbourne's outer East.

Available now to all new members - FREE introductory Taekwondo lessons!

Taekwon-do (TKD) is both a mental discipline as well as a martial art. Founded by the late General Choi Hong-Hi, Taekwon-Do is a scientifically designed and developed alternative to other martial arts, such as Kung Fu or Karate. We strive at all times to present a balanced training program that reflects this, with emphasis on the 5 tenets of Taekwon-Do being Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self Control, and Indomitable Spirit. Classes are conducted in a safe and controlled environment. All students at this martial arts school are encouraged to participate at a level and intensity that is suited to their individual fitness and ability, whether beginner or Black Belt.

Mr Paul Harper performing a black belt level pattern, or tul.

We are affiliated to the International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF) through Master Michael Bou Daher, 8th degree black belt and Director Il Shim International Taekwon-Do (pictured below centre). Master Daher is the leading authority on ITF technique here in Australia and sits on the Board of Directors for the ITF.

From L to R: Mr Jaime Harrison (2nd Degree Black Belt, Master Michael Daher (7th Dan Black Belt), Mr Paul Harper (4th Dan Black Belt)

Our Head Instructor is Mr Paul Harper, 5th Dan Black Belt (pictured above right and below left).

Mr Harper is also a fully accredited Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor.

Paul Harper sparring. Sparring is an exciting and popular component of Taekwon-Do. The ITF style of sparring allows for light controlled contact (semi-contact), and the use of hand techniques.

Please take your time to browse the site. As our club develops so too does this page, so stop by anytime and check out the latest updates. Please note also that all are welcome to attend and view our training sessions - fun for adults and kids alike!

As an introduction to TKD, IL SHIM Melbourne would like to offer all new visitors FREE introductory lessons.

Don't forget to stop by the News & Events Page to keep up to date with the latest news from IL SHIM TKD!

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Site last updated: November 22, 2011