September 2026 HISA Winner: Taegeuk SaamTaegeuk | Hong Ik Martial Arts of Mahwah
Mahwah September 2026 Taegeuk SaamTaegeuk
HISA Winner: Dhanika Prabu
We are proud to announce that Dhanika Prabu is the winner of the Hong Ik Spirit Award Taegeuk and SaamTaegeuk Qigong in September 2026!
Dhanika is currently a 1st Degree Black Belt with two stripes (Il Dan Doo Gulum) and has been training with us at Hong Ik Martial Arts of Mahwah for approximately five years. Throughout her martial arts journey, she has consistently demonstrated dedication, perseverance, and a wonderful attitude toward her training.
One of Dhanika’s most admirable qualities is her ability to maintain a positive attitude while always striving to do her best. She approaches each class with sincere effort and determination, yet never forgets to enjoy herself along the way. Her ability to balance hard work with a lighthearted attitude is a wonderful example of the spirit we aim to develop in all of our students.
During the month of September, Dhanika demonstrated exceptional dedication to her training outside of the Dojang. She worked diligently each day practicing the HISA Taegeuk and SaamTaegeuk Qigong, making a consistent effort to improve her understanding and execution of these exercises.
Dhanika carefully documented her daily practice through her homework charts, providing detailed descriptions of her training and submitting numerous videos demonstrating her efforts at home. Her commitment to practicing independently and taking responsibility for her own development is a reflection of her maturity and dedication as a Black Belt.
The Hong Ik Spirit Award recognizes students who demonstrate the values of martial arts through their attitude, effort, discipline, and actions both inside and outside the Dojang. Dhanika’s consistent effort, positive outlook, and commitment to her training make her a deserving recipient of this recognition.
Congratulations, Dhanika, on this tremendous achievement! We are very proud of your continued growth and dedication to martial arts. Keep up the wonderful work, and we look forward to seeing all that you will accomplish in the future!
Hong Ik Martial Arts of Mahwah
– written by: JiSun HyunSa (Master Joseph Lipman)