Master Wayne Law
Written by Master Wayne Law Founder & Principal, WT & Traditional Taekwondo, 10+ Years Teaching Experience
Last updated: Oct 31, 2026
Reuben at a Glance
2nd Poom Junior Black Belt Started Training at Age 4 First Competed at Age 6 1st Poom at 7, 2nd Poom at 8 Multiple Competition Medals National School Games Young Achievers Pin

Reuben Lim

2nd Poom Junior Black Belt · Competing Since Age 6 · Student Since Age 4

Reuben Lim in full taekwondo sparring gear, headguard and chest protector, at Athletic United Taekwondo

Reuben Lim started taekwondo at the age of four under Master Wayne Law.

He entered his first competition at six and has won medals at several since, including a Young Achievers Pin at the National School Games. He earned his 1st Poom at seven and his 2nd Poom at eight.

He trains in our kids taekwondo classes alongside his older brother, Isaac Lim.

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Reuben's Progression

He started at four, the early end of what we recommend, and reached 2nd Poom at eight.

Age 4 — First Class

Coordination, balance and listening first — technique comes later. See the benefits of starting young.

Age 6 — First Competition

Reuben entered his first tournament at six and has medalled at several since.

Ages 7 and 8 — 1st and 2nd Poom

Two gradings in consecutive years. See the full belt order.

Overseas Exchange: Taiwan, 2026

In 2026 Reuben travelled with our squad to train with the Long Shan Taekwondo Team in Taiwan.

Reuben Lim, third from left in the front row, with the Athletic United Taekwondo squad and the Long Shan Taekwondo Team during their 2026 exchange in Taiwan
Reuben (front row, third from left) on the 2026 exchange with the Long Shan Taekwondo Team in Taiwan.

What Other Parents Say

Reuben is one student. Here is what other parents say on Google.

Why Choose Athletic United Taekwondo?

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Frequently Asked Questions

How young can a child start competing in taekwondo?

Reuben entered his first competition at six. That is on the young side, and it suits a child who already enjoys training — there is no requirement to compete at all. Our kids classes run with or without the competition track.

What is a 2nd Poom belt?

Poom ranks are the junior equivalent of dan ranks, for students under 15. Reuben earned his 1st Poom at seven and his 2nd at eight. Full detail in our poom belt guide.

What age can my child start taekwondo?

We take students from age three. Reuben started at four, as did his brother Isaac. See what to expect by age group and our class fees.

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