Richard Moore
Richard Moore, ITF 3rd Degree Black Belt joined the De Silva Taekwon-do Academy in January 2002. Having originally began his training in Northampton, making 2010 his ninth year learning the art. Under the personal tutelage of Mr Johann De Silva (5th Degree Black belt), Mr Moore has won medals at both National and International level, in sparring, patterns and special technique.
In 2009 under Mr De Silva’s guidance, Mr Moore took on the Chief Instructorship at the West London Academy, in Wembley, and assists in the development of the club.
Titles and Awards
International
2006 ITF European Championships (Wetzler, Germany) – Silver (Black Belt special technique)
Scottish Open (2005) – Bronze (Individual Black Belt Sparring)
National
2008 Imperial British Championships Gold (Individual Black Belt Patterns)
2006 Imperial British Championships Bronze (Individual Black Belt Patterns)
2005 Imperial British Championships Gold (Individual Black Belt Special Technique)
2005 Imperial British Team Championships “Battle Royale” – Bronze
2004 Imperial British Championships Silver (Individual Black Belt Patterns)
2004 Imperial British Championships Bronze (Individual Black Belt Sparring)
Other Awards
De Silva Taekwon-Do “Student of the Year” (2004-2005)
