Si-Fu Paul Yiannakis has been training under the guidance of Si-Jo Dr John Souglides Ph.D. from a teenager. He has trained in various styles of Kung-Fu both internal and hard form styles including various weapons, double and single.
He has competed in both National and International competitions. He competed in India in 2009 where he was awarded 4 Gold medals, 3 Silver medals and 1 Bronze Medal.
Si-Fu Paul Yiannakis: “Si-Jo Dr John Souglides Ph.D. has taught me Patience, Self Control, ‘True’ Discipline, Humility, Gratitude, Forgiveness , Courage, hope and Perseverance.
Si-Jo Dr John Souglides Ph.D. has taught me that the Study of Martial arts is not just about learning a combat art but about mastering all aspects of being. Mental, Emotional, Spiritual and physical self control. To be aware of each level at all times, to acknowledge and remove self limitations.
From the first day I started teaching I found that my passion was not only in learning the art of Kung Fu but also in teaching others in the same professional way that I am being taught.
Si-Jo Dr John Souglides Ph.D. taught me that that with patience, knowledge is gained, from knowledge comes wisdom and with wisdom comes prosperity. With patience and perseverance the knowledge to be wise enough to prosper in all aspects of life can be mastered. That the greatest investment in life, is the investment of oneself. “
