Manitoba taekwondo athletes learn lifelong lessons while on Australia trip [Video]

After a few plane rides that took them to another hemisphere on the other side of the world, eight young athletes representing Manitoba had the opportunity of a lifetime to compete and grow as individuals.

In September, the taekwondo athletes travelled to Australia to compete in the Oceanic Presidents Cup and the Australia Open.

“It was kind of crazy at first because it didn’t feel like you were across the world, but after a while, it kind of sunk in that you were really far away from home,” said Paige Krahn.

“It was hard to sleep at first because I was very excited when I got on the plane,” said Alexander BedonaPadua.

“It was definitely a fun experience, hanging out with your friends in a whole new place and exploring,” said Kavelle Oake.

Kavelle Oake sitting with a kangaroo while on a trip to Australia with Taekwondo Manitoba in September …