19/07/2026
From White Belt to 1st Dan Black Belt – A Journey Over a Decade in the Making 🥋🖤 Some achievements can't be measured in days or months—they are earned through years of dedication, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to never giving up.
On 23 November 2015, a young Ivana stepped onto the training floor at our Beechboro Dojang as a White Belt, beginning a journey that would shape her both as a martial artist and as a person.
Over the next 10½ years, Ivana trained consistently through every challenge, every grading, and every milestone. She embraced the values of First Tae Kwon Do WA—discipline, respect, perseverance, self-control, and indomitable spirit—earning every promotion along the way.
For the past couple of years, Ivana has also generously given back to our school by assisting with the teaching of our children's classes at Beechboro. Her patience, encouragement, and willingness to help younger students have made her a wonderful role model and an invaluable part of our instructor team.
On Sunday, 14 June 2026, all of that hard work culminated in a proud moment as Master Vernon Low awarded Ivana her 1st Dan Black Belt.
At First Tae Kwon Do WA, a Black Belt is never given because of time served. It is earned through years of consistent training, dedication, and successfully meeting the demanding technical, physical, and mental standards expected of every candidate. Ivana's promotion is a testament to the countless hours she has invested and the determination she has shown over more than a decade.
The photos say it all—from a determined young White Belt taking her first steps in Tae Kwon Do to standing proudly beside Master Low as a newly promoted 1st Dan Black Belt. What an incredible journey!
Congratulations, Ivana. Your achievement is one you should be immensely proud of, and we look forward to watching you continue to grow as both a Black Belt and a leader within First Tae Kwon Do WA.
Your journey proves that with commitment, perseverance, and dedication, anything is possible. 👏🥋