Nothing makes me happier than being involved with events that promote positive self-esteem/self-image and confidence in young girls. I have been invited back for the last three years to be the Keynote Speaker at the Soloway Jewish Community School. I am always so impressed how passionate this group of young girls (grades 4-6) and their mom’s … Read more
With my new University and work schedule I am not able to always get to my regular classes with my Instructor Mr. Legrow at Team Blackburn. Mr. LeGrow encouraged me to seek out local dojangs or facilities that I could rent out while they aren’t being used for some extra training to prepare myself for … Read more
While I was in Halifax at MacKenzie TKD for the week I also gave a three hour sparring seminar. This was another dream come true for me. I would love to spend a few years travelling the world learning from Masters and Grandmasters and then sharing what I’ve learned. I’ve been given so much knowledge from my Instructor Mr. LeGrow while he … Read more
Every now and then, you come across a coach that not only effects you as an athlete but as a person. Bill Heikkila, was one of those coaches for me. Bill was a past Javelin Olympian, and my javelin coach for about 3 years until I got injured and had to stop throwing. He is … Read more
I was extremely happy to be invited to go and work at the summer camp at MacKenzie TKD in Halifax. I was happy for so many different reasons: I was hired to work with a great group of kids all day every day I was asked to give motivational talks to two groups of kids I was hired … Read more
I often have the privilege to work with young kids and it’s the most satisfying feeling when you see them thrive. I love to see their confidence grow in a short hour. I love to be reminded by their innocence that anything is possible. I love how they dream big! I love to watch how … Read more
Today I had the privilege to speak to two groups of students at Adrianne Clarkson Elementary School. My topic was giving them 10 ways to become a Champion in life. These 10 lessons were what I’ve learned in my last 15 years of Taekwon-Do. All the lessons can be applied in any area of your life. … Read more
I am starting off the New Year with a Bang! Let’s Go 2014! Something I would really love to do this year is continue speaking. I was thrilled to be invited to Henry Larsen Elementary School to share my story and experiences from my World Championship Journeys. I gave 2 presentations to about 200 students. One for students of grades … Read more
Last year, I had the honor of speaking at a girls night in event, raising money for Plan Canada and the “Because I Am A Girl” Campaign. I was invited back to be this years key note speaker. At the event, I presented my 5 step goal setting program that I created. This event is … Read more
One of my personal highlights this summer has been leading weekly fitness boot camps for a 15 yr old boy’s NEXT LEVEL basketball team. These guys are amazing. I love how eager they are every week and how they encourage each other. I appreciate how they really want to improve and get an overall physical … Read more