Instructor Profile: Brad Leinweber, 4th Dan

Brad is a 4th degree black belt, and has been actively training with the club since 1991. He moved to the position of President of the Tecumseh Tae Kwon Do society in 2004. He has studied Russian Systema, and is a qualified FAST Defence Instructor, leading our assertiveness and self-protection training programs. Here's a brief conversation with Brad:

What do you love about Tae Kwon Do?
I enjoy the focus and concentration required, the hard physical training,
and foremost, I enjoy training with the truly amazing people that our club
attracts.

What is your favourite TDK Technique, and why?
Even though I still struggle to do it properly, I love the sidekick, as it is precise, powerful, and graceful when executed correctly.

What advice might you have for younger or new TKD practitioners?
Relax! You will have so much more power when you can learn to relax, and not be tense.

What are you favourite pasttimes?
Spending time with my family and reading.

Favourite sports?
I am not much of a sports fan. I enjoy sea kayaking and scuba diving, although I do not get much chance to indulge in either. Of course, I enjoy watching all combat sports..

Current job/career/studies?
Complex Case Officer, Canada Revenue Agency.

Any TKD Distinctions?
Certified FAST Defence Instructor/Bulletman.