25-01-2024
From one Awards to another. As a resident of Eindhoven, I have received an engraved sports medal for my sporting achievements of 2023 (Dutch Champion & Vice-European Champion OWC). We were present with 5 athletes from (region) Eindhoven to collect our sports medals.
In addition, taekwondo icon Roy Kawarmala of the taekwondo association Kawarmala (from Eindhoven) was named as "the volunteer of the year 2023". Mr. Kawarmala was the head coach of my current head coach of Taekwondo Eindhoven and received the honorary title of the 8th Dan degree in 2023. This due to his lifelong contribution to the sport of Taekwondo. This coming summer, the Kawarmala taekwondo association will celebrate its 50th anniversary. Mr. Kawarmala was the first in Eindhoven to introduce Taekwondo to the region, playing an important role in the development of Taekwondo in the region. Now, in 2024, two of the four athletes on the Olympic team who will represent the Netherlands at the Olympic Qualifying Tournament also come from the Eindhoven regional team.
The Sport Awards are always fun gatherings where you meet fellow athletes who pursue their dreams through another sport with the same passion and ambition. Personally, on the one hand, it is always a moment to reflect on what we have achieved in the past year and on the other hand, to look forward to our goals for the coming year.
In short, a successful evening!
19-11-2025
This year, I once again had the opportunity to give an inspiring workshop to the students of VSO De Pyler. The theme of their project was "health and nutrition," and as an elite athlete, I was able to share my experiences and insights with them. In addition to the presentation, I also led two taekwondo clinics.
It was wonderful to inspire the students through sports, but the experience was even more valuable because I was able to contribute to raising awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle. Good nutrition and sufficient exercise together form the foundation for a healthy future. What a wonderful experience to share my passion for sports and health in this way!
Thank you, Oscar Smeets, for helping to make this possible!
16-10-2025
Moving together with Rotterdam Topsport
As a key partner of Rotterdam Topsport, Quooker BV collaborates on their vitality calendar: a biannual program packed with activities that promote exercise, healthy eating, and relaxation.
As a Taekwondo athlete, I was able to provide a Taekwondo workshop at Quooker through Rotterdam Topsport. The participants were very enthusiastic and thoroughly enjoyed it!
It's wonderful to inspire colleagues about health and sports!
05-10-2025
Yesterday, I officially received my Bachelors Degree in Laws (LL.B.). Despite having had my diploma since January, this ceremony felt like a special occasion to reflect on everything I have achieved. It was a day full of pride and joy, and I look forward to what the future will bring me!
A proud taekwondo athlete with Olympic ambitions who represents the Netherlands at international tournaments. Besides the passion for sports, Aymen is also a Master student of International Law & Global Governance at Tilburg University.
Aymen Achnine © 2024 - Webdesign by Webduo
