Ekjot Kaur
Black Belt 4th Dan • Kukkiwon, South Korea
Club Manager at Extreme Martial Arts and a dedicated martial arts professional committed to empowering girls, children and young people through Taekwondo, self-defense, discipline, confidence and physical fitness.
4th Dan
Black Belt
11
Gold Medals
2
Silver Medals
28+
Years Experience
Meet Ekjot Kaur
A martial arts professional dedicated to empowering people, especially girls and children, through confidence, discipline and practical martial arts training.
| Full Name | Ekjot Kaur |
|---|---|
| Martial Arts Rank |
Black Belt – 4th Dan World Taekwondo Headquarters, Kukkiwon, South Korea |
| Professional Role | Club Manager, Extreme Martial Arts |
| Experience | 28 Years in Martial Arts |
| Special Focus | Taekwondo, Self-Defense, Children's Martial Arts, Fitness, Discipline and Women's Empowerment |
| International Training | Advanced Taekwondo training and Sports Science studies in South Korea |
| Competitive Record | 11 Gold • 2 Silver • 2 Bronze Medals |
Empowering Girls Through Martial Arts
Martial arts can develop much more than physical strength. They can build confidence, focus, resilience, discipline and positive values.
Empowerment & Confidence
Martial arts empower girls with essential self-defense skills while building lifelong confidence and self-esteem.
Emotional & Mental Well-being
Training provides a positive outlet for stress and supports emotional balance and a positive mood.
Focus & Discipline
Martial arts develop concentration, discipline, goal-setting and a strong work ethic.
Promoting Gender Equality
Martial arts challenge gender barriers and reinforce the understanding that ability is not limited by gender.
Ekjot Kaur's Mission
Her mission is to promote martial arts in India and empower girls through advanced training.
Academic Focus
Goal-oriented and self-motivated attitudes developed through martial arts can support better focus.
Respect & Positive Values
Martial arts teach mutual respect, self-respect and positive values.
Equality & Empowerment
Training reinforces the understanding that gender does not determine one's abilities.
Perseverance & Resilience
Training encourages students to face difficulties directly and develop resilience.
Physical Fitness
Martial arts build strength, speed and endurance while supporting a positive self-image.
Inspirational Journey
Her medal record reflects dedication, perseverance and commitment to Taekwondo.
Advanced Korean Techniques
She brings techniques such as Taekwondo Jejo and Kyurogi to the tri-city area.
Healthy Lifestyle
Ekjot promotes martial arts as an active alternative to sedentary lifestyles.
Safety & Self-Defense
She emphasizes self-defense education and practical skills for girls.
Building Martial Arts Culture
She works to develop a strong martial arts culture in the tri-city area.
Important Turning Points
From childhood challenges to international Taekwondo education, her journey reflects determination.
Childhood Challenge
At the age of 4, Ekjot faced acute asthma. Her father took on the challenge of helping her through martial arts exercises, and within four years the condition was gone according to her personal account.
School Education
- Baptist School, Sector 45, Chandigarh
- Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 22, Chandigarh
Education in South Korea
Diploma in Sports Science with a Major in Taekwondo from Taekyeung University, South Korea.
Advanced International Training
First girl in Northern India, according to her profile, to attend the two-year advanced Taekwondo course in Korea.
Courses & Specializations
Taekwondo Jejo
Taekwondo Dance with Music combines powerful punches, speedy kicks and rhythm while supporting concentration, fitness, posture and flexibility.
Kyurogi
International sparring and Olympic-style fighting techniques.
Taekkyon
Traditional Korean martial arts combining dance-like movement, kicks, throws and traditional techniques.
Poomsae
Attack and defense forms designed to develop self-control, patience, confidence and focus.
Khamdo
Korean sword-based warrior fighting techniques.
International Refereeing
Training in conducting Taekwondo competitions according to competition rules and regulations.
Shivamdam
Korean Taekwondo demonstration techniques including power breaking, speed breaking and special technique breaking.
Korean Language
Learned Korean language during her education and training experience in South Korea.
International Exposure
6 Months Dojang Training
- 3 months at Kids Dongcheon Taekwondo Dojang
- 3 months at Taekwon In K-Tigers Dojang
World Taekwondo Championship
Witnessed the World Taekwondo Championship held at Gyongju from 29 April to 6 May 2011.
International Champions
Met world-renowned players including Steven Lopez, described in the profile as a three-time Olympic Gold Medalist and five-time World Championship Gold Medalist.
Taekwondo Camps
Attended university-side Taekwondo camps at Palgongsan, Khajedo, Yeogdok, Ulsan, Seoul and Jejudo.
Achievements & Medals
A record of national, state and martial arts competitions, workshops and coaching participation.
11
Gold Medals
2
Silver Medals
2
Bronze Medals
| # | Result | Championship / Event | Date / Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Participation | 14th Female & 4th Men Black Belt National Taekwondo Championship | 25–27 Oct 1996 |
| 02 | Silver | Day-Night National Taekwondo Championship | 10–11 Jan 1998 |
| 03 | Bronze | 14th Lee Invitational Jeet-Kune-Do Championship | 20–21 June 1998 |
| 04 | Participation | 18th Male Colour Belt & 16th Female National Taekwondo Championship | 16–18 Aug 1998 |
| 05 | Gold | 10th Chandigarh State Taekwondo Championship | 25–26 Sep 1999 |
| 06 | Bronze | 11th Chandigarh State Taekwondo Championship | 25–26 Aug 2001 |
| 07 | Gold | 12th Chandigarh State Taekwondo Championship | 11–12 Jan 2003 |
| 08 | Gold | 13th Chandigarh State Taekwondo Championship | 2003 |
| 09 | Gold | 7th Punjab State Taekwondo Championship | 1–2 May 2004 |
| 10 | Gold | 14th Chandigarh State Taekwondo Championship | 22–23 May 2004 |
| 11 | Gold | 4th All India Martial Art Championship | 11–12 Aug 2004 |
| 12 | Silver | Annual Inter State & Inter School Actions, Kicks and Forms Competition | 26 Jan 2005 |
| 13 | Gold | Annual Inter State & Inter School Actions, Kicks and Forms Competition | 26 Jan 2006 |
| 14 | Gold | 13th Male & 23rd Female National Taekwondo Championship | 2–4 Aug 2007 |
| 15 | Gold | 6th National Muye Competition | 2–4 Aug 2007 |
| 16 | Gold | 16th Male Black Belt, 28th Male Colour Belt, 26th Female Senior & Open National Taekwondo Championships | 2008 |
| 17 | Gold | 8th National Muye Competition | 6–8 Oct 2008 |
| 18 | Participation | JSTARC Open Taekwondo Games – Sparring Competition | 9–11 Jan 2009 |
| 19 | Participation | JSTARC Open Taekwondo Games – Poomsae Workshop | 9–11 Jan 2009 |
| 20 | Participation | JSTARC Open Taekwondo Games – Kyorugi Workshop | 9–11 Jan 2009 |
| 21 | Participation | JSTARC Open Taekwondo Games – Assistant Coach | 9–11 Jan 2009 |
Passion, Teaching & Helping Others
“Dance, Teaching Martial Arts to Kids especially — Because they love me the most, Helping others.”
— Ekjot Kaur Ekjot Kaur
Black Belt 4th Dan, World Taekwondo Headquarters, Kukkiwon, South Korea
Club Manager , Extreme Martial Arts
1. Empowerment and Confidence
Martial arts empower girls with essential self-defense skills, providing lifelong safety and boosting their self-esteem. This confidence helps them navigate the challenges of growing up.
2. Emotional and Mental Well-being
Martial arts offer a positive outlet for stress, helping girls maintain emotional balance. The physical activity also boosts endorphin levels, leading to improved mood and mental health.
3. Focus, Discipline, and Academic Success
Training in martial arts enhances focus and discipline, leading to better academic performance. Girls learn to set and achieve goals, fostering a strong work ethic.
4. Promoting Gender Equality
Martial arts break down gender barriers, showing girls that they can excel in physical activities just as well as boys. This training reinforces self-respect and equality.
5. Ekjot Kaur’s Mission
Ekjot Kaur, a 33-year-old martial arts champion, is committed to promoting martial arts in India. Her mission is to empower girls with advanced techniques, improving their safety and overall well-being.
- Focus and Academic Success
Martial arts help girls prioritize what truly matters in life. By fostering goal-oriented and self-motivated attitudes, martial arts training significantly improves focus, aiding students in overcoming challenges like ADD and excelling in academics.
- Respect and Positive Values
In martial arts, mutual respect is ingrained in every interaction. Girls learn to value themselves and those around them, developing into respectful young women who positively influence their peers and family.
- Gender Equality and Empowerment
Martial arts challenge gender norms, showing girls that they can excel equally with boys in physical activities. This training not only boosts self-respect but also reinforces the understanding that gender does not limit one’s abilities.
- Perseverance and Resilience
Martial arts instill a strong sense of perseverance in girls. The training encourages them to face difficulties head-on, fostering a mindset of resilience that benefits them in all aspects of life.
- Physical Fitness and Confidence
Martial arts provide a comprehensive workout that builds strength, speed, and endurance. This physical fitness contributes to a positive self-image, boosting confidence both in school and in daily life.
- Ekjot Kaur’s Inspirational Journey
Ekjot Kaur, a 33-year-old martial arts prodigy, has shattered stereotypes with her remarkable achievements in Taekwondo, earning 11 Golds, 2 Silvers, and 2 Bronze Medals at state and national levels. As a Black Belt certified by the World Taekwondo Federation, Korea, Ekjot is passionate about sharing her expertise and promoting martial arts in India, especially for girls.
12. Advanced Techniques from Korea
After completing a prestigious two-year Taekwondo course in Korea, Ekjot is now introducing innovative techniques like Taekwondo Jejo (Taekwondo Dance) and Kyurogi (Olympic-style sparring) to the tri-city area. These methods enhance concentration, improve physical fitness, and make training a fun and effective way to stay healthy.
- Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle
Ekjot advocates for the integration of martial arts into daily life to combat the sedentary lifestyle prevalent in India. She believes that regular practice of martial arts not only improves physical fitness but also fosters mental discipline and emotional well-being.
- Commitment to Safety and Self-Defense
Given the rising incidents of violence against women, Ekjot emphasizes the importance of self-defense training for girls. She is committed to empowering young women with the skills they need to protect themselves and lead safer, more confident lives.
- Building a Martial Arts Culture
As an instructor with Extreme Martial Arts, Ekjot is dedicated to developing a strong martial arts culture in the tri-city area. She is working on bringing traditional Korean fitness techniques, like advanced skipping exercises and Kyurogi, to her students, ensuring they benefit from the latest and most effective methods in martial arts training.
Important turning points in her life
- Acute Asthma – at the age of 4 years, father took the challenge – within 4 years Asthma was gone through martial arts exercises.
- Study:
- From Baptist School, Sector 45, Chandigarh
- Govt. Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 22, Chandigarh
- Diploma in Sports Science and a Major in Taekwondo from TAEKYEUNG UNIVERSITY, South Korea
Other course done from South Korea
- Taekwondo Jejo (Taekwondo Dance with Music) – Combines powerful punches and speedy kicks in Martial arts with music rhythm to form a dance. The martial arts component enhances concentration and physical fitness while the dance components reduce injury risks, and improve children’s posture, flexibility and rhythmic sense.
- Kyurogi (Sparring) – International fighting Techniques of Olympic style.
- Taekkyon (Korean Traditional Martial Arts) – Taekkyon is a traditional Korean martial art with a dance-like appearance in some aspects. It combines dance with kicks and throws. Taekkyon contains many kinds of techniques, including hand and leg techniques as well as joint locks, and head butts.
- Poomsae – It is a set of fighting technique, it is acting in relation to your opponent. It’s a way of acting in relation to an opponent, developed through the infinite experience and accumulated wisdom of the ancients. The practitioner of Taekwondo poomsae does not fight along but with the wisdom of his ancestors. To simplify it is attack, defence forms for leaning self control, paitience, to build confidence, and to set goals and focus on them.
- Khamdo (Sword) Warriors sword fighting techniquies
- International Refereeing How to conduct Taekwondo competitions with rules and regulations according to World Taekwondo Federation.
- Shivamdam (Korean Taekwondo Demonstration) Demonstrations often incorporate bricks, tiles, blocks of ice or other materials. Can be separated into three types:-
Power breaking using straightforward techniques to break as many boards as possible - Speed breaking boards are held loosely by one edge, putting special focus on the speed required to perform the break.
- Special techniques breaking fewer boards but using jumping or flying techniques to attain greater heights, distances, or to clear obstacles.
- Selected for giving 6 months training at Taekwondo Dojangs (Practice Place) 3 months at Kids Dongcheon Taekwondo Dojang and 3 months at Taekwon In K-Tigers Dojang.
- Have learned Korean language
- Witnessed the World Taekwondo Championship held at Gyongju from 29th April to 6th May 2011.
- Met the world renowned players like Steven Lopez (3 times Olympic Gold Medalist, 5 times World Championship Gold Medalist).
- Attended Taekwondo camps at Palgongsan, Khajedo, Yeogdok, Ulsan, Seouk, Jejudo places from University side.
- First girl in Northern India to attend the 2 years advance course at Korea of Taekwondo.
Achievements: (11 Gold, 2 Silver, 2 Bronze Medals)
Dance, Teaching (Martial Arts to Kids specially) – Because they love me the most, Helping others.
Achievements: (11 Gold, 2 Silver, 2 Bronze Medals)
- Participation 14th Female & 4th Men Black Belt National Taekwondo Championship, 25-27 Oct, 96
- Silver Medal Day-Night National Taekwondo Championship, 10-11 Jan, 98
- Bronze Medal 14th Lee Invitational Jeet-Kune-Do Championship, 20-21 June, 98
- Participation 18th Male Colour Belt & 16th Female National Taekwondo Championship, 16-18 Aug, 98
- Gold Medal 10th Chandigarh State Taekwondo Championship, 25-26Sep, 99
- Bronze Medal 11th Chandigarh State Taekwondo Championship, 25-26Aug, 2001
- Gold Medal 12th Chandigarh State Taekwondo Championship, 11-12th Jan, 2003
- Gold Medal 13th Chandigarh State Taekwondo Championship, 2003
- Gold Medal 7th Punjab State Taekwondo Championship, 1-2 May, 2004
- Gold Medal 14th Chandigarh State Taekwondo Championship, 22-23 May, 2004
- Gold Medal 4th All India Martial Art Championship, 11-12th Aug, 2004
- Silver Medal Annual Inter State & Inter School Actions, Kicks and Forms Competition, 26 Jan, 2005
- Gold Medal – Annual Inter State & Inter School Actions, Kicks and Forms Competition, 26 Jan, 2006
- Gold Medal 13th Male & 23rd Female National Taekwondo Championship, 2-4 Aug, 2007
- Gold Medal 6th National Muye Competition, 2-4 Aug, 2007
- Gold Medal 16th Male Black Belt, 28th Male Colour Belt, 26th Female Senior, 26th Male/Female Sub-Junior Open National Taekwondo Championships 2008
- Gold Medal 8th National Muye Competition, 6-8, Oct, 2008
- . Participated JSTARC Open Taekwondo Games, 9-11th Jan 2009 Sparring (Fighting Competition)
- Participated JSTARC Open Taekwondo Games, 9-11th Jan 2009 Poomse (Forms Pattern) Workshop
- Participated JSTARC Open Taekwondo Games, 9-11th Jan 2009 – Kyorugi (Fighting Techniques) Workshop
- Participated JSTARC Open Taekwondo Games, 9-11th Jan 2009 – As Assistant Coach
- 28 years experience in Martial Arts
