The Legacy of Grand Master Halimee

8th Dan Taekwondo | 6th Dan Hapkido | International Master & Examiner

Grand Master Wahid Halimee
"My mission is to pass on the discipline, health, and spirit of Taekwondo to the next generation in South Australia."

A Lifelong Journey of Mastery

Grand Master Wahid Halimee's journey is a testament to global influence and continuous learning. From his early training in 1965 to his 8th Dan qualification at Kukkiwon HQ, his leadership has shaped thousands of martial artists across Australia and Europe.

Core Credentials

  • 8th Dan Taekwondo: Qualified International Master & Examiner (Kukkiwon).
  • Global Founder: Co-founder of World Taekwondo Australia (1993) and clubs in Ireland.
  • Academic Foundation: Degree in Health & Physical Education.
  • Recognition: Citations from the Kukkiwon, the World Taekwondo President and Pan American Taekwondo Union.

Key Milestones

1965 – 1976: Foundational training in Shotokan Karate, Judo, and Rhee Taekwondo.

1984 – 1993: Refined soft-style Hapkido and founded the World Taekwondo Academy in Adelaide.

1997 – 2008: Appointed to the International Advisory Committee of the Kukkiwon; established World Hapkido Academy.

2023: Awarded 8th Dan Taekwondo Diploma for outstanding performance by the President of the Kukkiwon, Grand Master Lee Dong-Sup.

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