In our Student Spotlight series, our students have the opportunity to tell you about their training in their own words. Allan Poko has been training for a little under 10 months, (6/5/19) he has participated in lion dance displays for our Chinese New Year Celebrations and is a committed student, trying to take part in as many classes as he can make it along to. He is currently training for his Yat Cup Junior level (1st test of 1st level) Here Allan tells you about his experience training at Yee’s Hung Kung Fu Academy in Inverness.
What made you want to train in martial arts?
I was lucky enough to see the shoalin monks perform at Eden Court with my daughter. Since then I’ve been very inspired to learn more about Chinese martial arts and culture.
How did you hear about the school?
I was walking past the school one day and I picked up a flyer at the door.
What was your first class like?
I remember going up the stairs feeling very nervous but at the same time I felt the calmness of the school which made me very excited to learn and find out more about the school.
Did it live up to your expectations?
Yes very much so.
How did you feel after your first class?
I won’t forget how calm and relaxed I was after my first class. It was like an energy boost. Also, for me, all I wanted to do from that point on was to train and learn more.
What do you think of your training so far? Is there anything you’d change?
My training so far has been excellent! I try to go to all of the classes now as I enjoy the training so much. What I like the most is I can train and learn at my own pace. Personally I don’t think there is any need for anything to be changed.
What are your hopes for your future in martial arts?
My hopes for the future is to learn as much Kung fu as possible. For my health and fitness, for my own personal safety and protection and to learn and understand the Chinese philosophy and culture of Kung fu.
Anything else that you wish to add?
I would like to say, prior to me joining our school, my life was at a very low point. Yee’s Hung Ga Inverness saved me. I was struggling mentally and physically. Since joining the school it has given me focus and done wonders for my confidence and self asteem. Joining Yee’s Hung Ga Inverness is one of the best things I have ever done in my life so far. I feel very humbled to be part of the Inverness branch community, so big respect to my sifu and all of the other students whom train along with me.
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