2008

TKD at SEA guests Comments!

Travis Oosthoek - USAT Event Manager (Colarado)

TKD at SEA is truly a one of a kind event. It is a place for athletes,coaches and families to come together

and enjoy an unforgettable experience and still compete in a high class event.

Bill Spivey - Bare Essentials Medical Staff  (Alaska)

I think I was of one of many on the ship that had never cruised before, and so even with the great job of advertisement

and personal assistance by Marc Gitelman and his wonderful staff I arrived feeling quite a bit apprehension and excitement about what was next. Over the next few days all of my fears disappeared, and found myself truly enjoying the camaraderie and friendships that I had made.

I believe we learned a lot from this trip that will help provide an even more exciting experience in years to come.

I know that I will always be happy to have been included in the inaugural event, and look forward to next year.

Thanks Marc!

Eric Wah - IR Referee (Canada)

Just a short note to thank you for your generous hospitality. Even the though the turn out  was not as big as you hoping for, it was still a great success because of you. Your sincerity and love of Taekwondo touched everyone around you. You are doing it not for the money or glory. You are truly a gentleman and a taekwondo master. I salute you for your great spirit.

Thank you again for including me in this wonderful journey and I wish you success at the next TKD at SEA.

I know that I will be their. Please do not hesitate to call on me if I can help you in anyway

Best regards,

Master Eric Wah

Sue Langdon - Coach (Nevada)

Wow! it was a great event. Relaxing yet inspiring. I met lots of new people who gave me new ideas to help my training.

I participated in the very first TKD at SEA tournament and I know that it will grow into a major world event.

It was a honour . If you werent there you missed a great opportunity. Don't miss it again. It was phenominal. A wonderful opportunity to stop the world and get off in my favorite avocation. Sun, Fun, Entertainment, peopleI have things in common with. The competition was held in a relaxed and freindly athmosphere at a pace fast enough to be challenging and slow enough to be enjoyed. The gourment food supplied at every turn was awsom. The activitys for the kids and teenagers (Not run by me) were great. I enjoyed all the Masters and konwledgable people I had the pleaser to relax and talk to without the formality, where I could hear their ideas on all kinds of subjects and learn about where they came from. For anyone that is in the TKD world and  is considering on attending this event it is a must do.

I thank you Master Gitelman for such a great event. See you next year for sure.

Master Sue

Jim Horn- IR Referee (Virginia)

This event was an amazing experience for many reasons.  First of all, this was my first cruise.  It was fantastic.  All of the Carnival staff members were helpful and friendly.  Second, I believe this was the first USAT sanctioned event ever to be held on a ship.  The event was scheduled for two days of competition and then two days of vacation onboard the ship.  We had lots of opportunity to spend time with the other officials and develop friendships.  (Most major events do not afford this opportunity.)  Last, but not least, Marc Gitelman and his staff made everyone feel right at home.  We were treated with appreciation and respect.  I look forward to future TKDatSEA events, each one being bigger and better than the last one.

Thank you, Marc.

Master Jim Horn