Taekwon-Do Instructors

 



Ms. Kathy Trigger
Rank 4th Degree International Taekwon-Do Instructor 

Ms Trigger has been training in ITF style Taekwon-Do since 1987. As a fourth degree Instructor.  She has represented Canada in the World competitions in both Malaysia and in Russia. The former in women’s power breaking (boards) and the later in women’s sparring (combat).

Well known in the martial arts circles as a dedicated and patient instructor, her goals and actions clearly show that she is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence. Ms Trigger's school is located in Barrhaven. 

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Dr. Claude Laferriere
Rank 4th Degree

Dr. Laferriere has been training at Trigger's Taekwon-Do for the past 12 years.  He received his 1st Degree Black Belt in January 1998,  his 2nd Degree Black Belt in April 2001, his 3rd Degree Black Belt in May 2004, his 4th Degree Black Belt in May 2007 and is an Assistant Instructor at Trigger's Taekwon-Do.

Dr. Laferriere is a member of the ITF Scientific Research Committee.  He has participated in numerous seminars and at Master Choi's International Instructor's Course in Ottawa in 2001.   .

Dr. Laferriere is certified in CPR and First Aid.

 






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Ms. Anik Laferriere
Rank 3rd Degree

Ms. Laferriere has been training in Taekwon-Do for ten years under Ms. Trigger.  She began in 1994 at age 5, receiving her 1st Degree Black Belt in January 1998. Although the age requirement for a 2nd Degree Black Belt is 14 years of age, she continued her training and received her 2nd Degree Black Belt when she met the age requirement. In November 2005, Ms Laferriere received her 3rd Degree Black Belt.  Ms. Laferriere is an Assistant Instructor for Trigger’s Taekwon-Do, and continues her training under Ms. Trigger.

Ms. Laferriere has competed in several competitions, a list of which includes Pan American’s, Master Choi’s Cup, National Capital Cup, and the Canadian Nationals.


Ms. Laferriere competed in the 13th International Taekwon-Do World Championships and brought home medals.  Click here for details.

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Mr. John Ross
Rank 2nd Degree
Rank 6th Degree Combat Martial Arts Instructor

Mr. Ross has been practicing Taekwon-Do under Ms Trigger since 1994, and has been participating in other Martial Arts forms since 1976.

Mr. Ross has been an Assistant Instructor under Ms Trigger since 1996, and has been teaching Taekwon-do for 7 years, and Combat Martial Arts since 1980.  He teaches special compliance techniques to law enforcement, military, and civilians, as well as specialized training to those who are looking for a one on one.







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Ms. Lynda Chen
Rank 2nd Degree

Ms. Chen has been training for six years. Among those six years, she has competed in many competitions such as the Pam Americans, Master Choi's Cup, and the National Capital Cup

Ms. Chen received her 2nd Degree Black Belt in December 2004, is an Assistant Instructor at Trigger's Taekwon-Do and enjoys instructing the children's Taekwon-Do Red Dragon's program.  She is a University student, maintaining a high grade average with scholarships.


Taekwon-Do shaped me into the person I am today. My life would be incomplete without my training" -L.Chen

Ms. Chen competed in the 13th International Taekwon-Do World Championships and brought home medals.  Click here for details.

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Ms Betty Ann Villeneuve
Rank 2nd Degree

Ms Villeneuve is an Assistant Instructor at Trigger's Taekwon-Do and also has her own school, Freedom Taekwon-Do, in Cornwall Ontario 613-936-2443

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Mr. Tim Osborne
Rank 1st Degree

Mr. Osborne has been involved in Martial Arts for a total of 8 years.  He received his 1st Degree on August 30th, 2003 and has been training in Taekwon-Do for 4 years. Before starting Taekwon-Do, Mr. Osborne achieved the rank of Black Belt in Karate at the age of 9. His favourite discipline in Martial Arts is sparring.

Mr. Osborne has competed in close to 30 Martial Arts tournaments, earning medal/trophy results.  He actively participates in demonstrations and fundraisers and is an Assistant Instructor for Trigger's Taekwon-Do.




 

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Mr. Phu Nguyen
 Rank 1st Degree

 



Mr. Sam Jonasson
 Rank 1st Degree

Mr. Bahman Dashti 
Rank 1st Degree

 

Mr. Parmvir Parmar
Rank 1st Degree

Mr. Deepro Chowdrury 
Rank 1st Degree

 

 

Ms.Tal Melamed 
Rank 1st Degree

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