Ben Leonard
Ben Leonard is a Senior Red belt in Tang Soo Do as well as a qualified instructor in Ju Jitsu. With over ten years experience in various styles he can tie together the dynamic kicks and punches of Tang Soo Do with the up close and personal grappling of Ju Jitsu. He also believes in a strong health ethic in the club incorporating cardiovascular, strength and flexibility training into the sessions. Ben will hopefully be progressing to Dan level in 2007 which he sees as the ultimate culmination of his efforts in Tang Soo Do. Having lived and worked in Japan and travelled extensively in the Asia-Pacific region Ben is also interested in the cultural aspects of Tang Soo Do and the history that has developed the dynamic art we practice today. Tang Soo Do is a fantastic amalgam of Martial Arts from Japan, China, Korea and other places all mixed in the melting pot of Korean history. The result is an effective, practical Martial Art taking the best from many other forms that is taught in a relaxed, fun and supportive atmosphere. Ben has practiced many arts and styles over the years and believes that Tang Soo Do sits head and shoulders above the rest. Ben Leonard currently serves as the assistant Instructor for Mr Stribley at the Falmouth Class.