First Interview..... Of many we hope. 1: Your Name? A: Erin Elizabeth Engel 2: Your location ? A: Hickory Creek, Texas, USA 3: Which Martial Art/s do you do? A: Taekwondo and Jiu Jitsu 4: How long have you trained and what belt / rank are you now? A: I have trained for almost 4 years in Taekwondo, and I’m a second degree Black Belt Recommended in Taekwondo. I just started Ju Jutsu. 5: Why did you start? A: I wanted a good “group workout” with like-minded people. I enjoy watching others compete and train because I feel that same energy and I can relate to it. I feel as if everyone in martial arts is my extended family because of this connection. 6: Do you prefer to use your hands, feet or other body part to strike? A: I prefer utilizing the strength in my lower body. 7: Favorite technique? A: My favorite technique would have to be the tornado kick utilizing the inside crescent kick. When executed right, can knock out an opponent. 8: In your own opinion, what is your most dangerous weapon? A: My most dangerous weapon are my kicks to the head….I am a “head hunter.” 9: Have you ever had to use your art in self defence? A: No, I am blessed that I have never had to use my martial arts to defend myself. My training has taught me to always be aware of my surroundings, and helped me avoid dangerous situations. 10: List any titles or competitions you have won. A: World Championship 2009 Color Belt Division: 1st place Forms, 1st place Sparring Texas State Champ 2010 Sparring Texas State Champ 2011 Sparring Texas State Champ 2011 Weapons Texas State Champ 2011 Forms World Championship 2011 Black Belt Division: 3rd place in Traditional Outside the ring, martial arts is my passion. I love all things Martial Arts. There is an energy that flows through me when I am training, and from that energy I feel power, and that is a force to be reckoned with. We found another Head hunter !!!! Welcome to the site Erin .....x |