To The Chief Instructor
Mr. Kurt Ottesen

"On behalf of my wife and myself I would like to thank you for the instruction that you and your school have provided for our son, Sean, Not only have you provided inspiration to him, we have seen from the many times we have attended and watched from the back, the excellent job you do as an instructor, and as an adult with your students of all ages - from the 5 year olds to the older students (not to mention any ages-your Dad).

From a learning prospective we are pleased and excited to see our son grow from a young man to a young adult due in part to your positive role modeling, techniques, respect and inspirations. This has given him much more than just getting stronger with great abilities to defend himself and others. The lessons he has learned from you are things that will stay with him and influence him for the rest of his life.

As you are aware, I have been a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police for twenty five years and I am encouraged by your presence in our community, and again in the way you handle and present yourself to your students and parents. I am sure you display your manners, confidence and respect in your everyday life is certainly setting the bar higher for anyone that has had the pleasure of your friendship. Joanne and I will certainly speak highly of your school, while Sean is constantly beaming with pride from his achievements in such short time. There is no doubt he is hooked and your continued mentoring will take him far. I will be recommending you to the RCMP Police Training Academy as an instructor to hopefully provide refresher techniques that will greatly assist in our day to day work.

You are doing a great and commendable job."

Yours truly,
Michael and Joanne Caira

"TaeKwon-Do lessons have helped my son to be able to take and listen to instructions and carry them out. The discipline has helped to make him a better person."

Richard Drabinasty

Mr. O & Ms. Southgate:

"I wanted to thank you both for all of your hard work and patience with Tristan. I don't think I have ever seen him so happy and excited. When you handed him his yellow belt I thought he was going to burst. Being in Tae-kwon Do has been such a good thing for Tristan. What you teach and your philosophy mirrors what my husband and I have tried to instill in our children. That if you put in the effort and try your best you will succeed. It may not always happen in the time frame we want but it will happen!

Thank you."

Allison Roworth

"Mr. O is one of the most knowledgeable martial artists in Western Canada. His enthusiasm, extensive tournament and teaching experience make him a superior instructor for young, old and in-between. His affiliation with ITF ensures that his student's awards are recognized worldwide. He uses positive reinforcement daily and freely shares his knowledge with his students, keeping each individual interested and looking forward to the next class. This truly makes him unique."

Paul Peterson
ITF Black Belt
Parent of two up and coming students

"I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate you taking the time to talk to my son on Sunday... quite a change from the young man who entered your class that morning! He was very positive and cheerful after your discussion... now THAT'S my boy! LOL Thanks again for not only sparking his interest but also giving him something positive to think about and look forward to participating in. You're not only an excellent role model in class, you seem to have an ability to reach and inspire a child who is out of reach for most. Thank you"

Sincerely,
Michelle Nordin

"I just want to let you know I very much appreciate the time and effort you have put towards my son David's progress in your school. I have seen a big difference in his demeanour and attitude for the better since he started attending classes last fall. I have volunteered at his preschool many times and have noticed the difference in his attitude towards learning. I have noticed just how intent he is in your class but yet how laid back he is in pre-school. I have talked to my wife about this and I personally feel he is no longer challenged (in pre-school) to the degree he needs to be"

Yours sincerely,
Donald C. Roberts