Southampton, 24 October 2026 – Students and instructors from Sagarmatha Taekwondo Dojang (STKDD) proudly attended the British Taekwondo South Black Belt Upgrading Test held in Southampton on Saturday, 24 October 2026.
The grading was led by Grandmaster Michael Brown, supported by a panel of experienced examiners. The event brought together candidates from across the region to demonstrate their technical skills, knowledge, discipline, and dedication to Taekwondo.
The Dojang is delighted to announce that all participating candidates successfully passed their examinations and were promoted to higher grades.
Promoted to 4th Dan
- Baljit Limbu
- Prakash Rana
Promoted to 3rd Dan
- Norbu Lama
- Pranisha Rana
Promoted to 1st Dan / Poom
- Ameena Rai
- Arul Sampang
- Ashlyn Budhathoki
- Ashwin Bura
- Charlyn Budhathoki
- Ireoluwadebami Fatokun
- Kaizen Rai
- Kanchan Gurung
- Parisa Chongbang
- Samipta Rai
- Sarah Thapa
- Sarthak Dhakal
The successful promotions marked another significant milestone for Sagarmatha Taekwondo Dojang, highlighting the high standard of training and dedication demonstrated by its students. The grading results reflected months and years of commitment, discipline, and perseverance from all candidates who undertook the examination.
Sagarmatha Taekwondo Dojang expressed its appreciation to Grandmaster Michael Brown and the examining panel for conducting the grading and supporting the development of Taekwondo across the region.
The newly promoted black belts are expected to play an important role in the continued growth of the club, inspiring junior students and contributing to the future success of the dojang.
Master Premkumar Gurung, President of Sagarmatha Taekwondo Dojang, and all club members extend their heartfelt congratulations to every successful candidate on achieving this important milestone and wish them continued success in their Taekwondo journey.
