Champions Martial Arts proudly announces the promotion of Grand Master Zaha Talhouni to 8th Dan Kukkiwon, one of the highest and most prestigious ranks in Taekwondo awarded by the Kukkiwon, the World Taekwondo Headquarters in Seoul, South Korea.
A Historic Achievement
With this historic promotion, Grand Master Zaha Talhouni becomes the youngest female 8th Dan Kukkiwon in Canada, the Middle East, and the Arab world, marking an extraordinary milestone in her lifelong dedication to Taekwondo.
For decades, Grand Master Talhouni has dedicated her life to developing athletes, mentoring instructors, and promoting the values of respect, discipline, perseverance, and excellence. Through her leadership at Champions Martial Arts, she has helped shape the lives of thousands of students while contributing to the growth of Taekwondo both in Canada and internationally.
Statement from Grand Master Zaha Talhouni: “Receiving my 8th Dan Kukkiwon is one of the greatest honors of my life. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Grand Master Samer Kamal, 9th Dan Kukkiwon and Olympic Bronze Medalist, who taught me Taekwondo and guided me throughout my journey.”
Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.
