L-R Ben Evans, from Taekwon-do in Hatings, and Jeremy Glasier, from sponsor Able Axcess, grand opening of the new Taekwon-do headquarters in Hastings. 6th May 2020 Photographer Paul Taylor Hawke's Ba
L-R Ben Evans, from Taekwon-do in Hatings, and Jeremy Glasier, from sponsor Able Axcess, grand opening of the new Taekwon-do headquarters in Hastings. 6th May 2020 Photographer Paul Taylor Hawke's Ba
A new taekwondo headquarters has opened its doors in Hastings.
Run by Ben Evans, the new Taekwon-Do HQ, on Kings St offers classes and workshops in the martial art to all ages and abilities.
The grand opening, which featured a taekwondo demonstration from a range of participants, was attended byclose to 100 people.
Evans, a fifth-dan black belt, said with over two months away from the training facility, he'd worried there may have been some rusty performances – but he was pleasantly surprised.
"The day went so quickly, but it was unbelievable. A successful day all round," he said.
"This is for the members," Evans said. "Everything I've done has been for them.
"They deserve the best and now we've got a modern facility compared to most places. Hopefully it will help the special needs and mainstream guys achieve even more now."
L-R Ben Evans, from Taekwon-do in Hatings, and Jeremy Glasier, from sponsor Able Axcess, grand opening of the new Taekwon-do headquarters in Hastings. 6th May 2020 Photographer Paul Taylor Hawke's Ba
Close to 100 people were in attendance of the grand opening in Hastings. Photo / Paul Taylor
Jayden Nicholson and Heavenly Nukunuku showing off their skills at the grand opening. Photo / Paul Taylor
Aaron Garnham-Pitcher at the new taekwondo headquarters. Photo / Paul Taylor
Jayden Nicholson attempting a daring move at the new Taekwon-do headquarters in Hastings. Photo / Paul Taylor
Those of all ages attended the grand opening in Hastings. Photo / Paul Taylor
