Master Wallace President & Chief Instructor of the M.T.S.D.A 6th Dan
Master Wallace and the Journey of Tang Soo Do in Malta
Master Wallace began his Tang Soo Do training in 1994 in London, England. Reflecting on his early experiences, he says, "I started training in Tang Soo Do because self-defence was a necessity where I grew up. From my first lesson, I felt the family atmosphere that martial arts in general seem to cultivate. My instructor at that time was Master Paul McManus, who truly understood me as a young adolescent in need of guidance. Through Tang Soo Do and the mentorship of Master McManus and Grandmaster Suresh Nar, I learned valuable life lessons and found the means to steer my life toward a successful path."
In 1999, under the guidance of Grandmaster Nar, Master Wallace achieved the rank of 1st Dan. With a passion for sharing the art, he brought Tang Soo Do to Malta in 2000, becoming the island’s first and only Tang Soo Do instructor.
For over 24 years, Grandmaster Nar has continued to guide and mentor Master Wallace, helping him build the Malta Tang Soo Do Association into a strong and welcoming place for everyone to train. Through this partnership, Tang Soo Do in Malta has flourished, growing into a disciplined and respectful community that honors the traditions of the art.
On June 25th, 2010, after years of rigorous Masters' training camps, Master Wallace was awarded his Master’s Degree in Tang Soo Do. His belt was presented ceremonially by Kwan Jang Nim Ki Yun Yi, the founder of the International Martial Arts Association (I.M.A.).
Master Wallace shares his philosophy:
"We are given choices every day without fail. It’s the decisions we make that determine whether the outcome is good or bad. But perseverance through negative outcomes can build positive lessons—if you're willing to see them. Every lesson in life is valuable. As instructors, our aim is to help shape the lives of others, mentally and physically. Our teachings help turn negative situations into positive ones, keeping the mind focused on success. Only through commitment and true integrity can we experience the real meaning of brotherhood. Tang Soo Do has positively influenced every major choice I've made. That's why it's my way of life."
In 2000, Master Wallace established the Young Gi 용기 Academy in Malta, where he has worked tirelessly to promote Tang Soo Do, develop his students, and contribute to the success of Malta’s IMA Tang Soo Do.
In 1999, under the guidance of Grandmaster Nar, Master Wallace achieved the rank of 1st Dan. With a passion for sharing the art, he brought Tang Soo Do to Malta in 2000, becoming the island’s first and only Tang Soo Do instructor.
For over 24 years, Grandmaster Nar has continued to guide and mentor Master Wallace, helping him build the Malta Tang Soo Do Association into a strong and welcoming place for everyone to train. Through this partnership, Tang Soo Do in Malta has flourished, growing into a disciplined and respectful community that honors the traditions of the art.
On June 25th, 2010, after years of rigorous Masters' training camps, Master Wallace was awarded his Master’s Degree in Tang Soo Do. His belt was presented ceremonially by Kwan Jang Nim Ki Yun Yi, the founder of the International Martial Arts Association (I.M.A.).
Master Wallace shares his philosophy:
"We are given choices every day without fail. It’s the decisions we make that determine whether the outcome is good or bad. But perseverance through negative outcomes can build positive lessons—if you're willing to see them. Every lesson in life is valuable. As instructors, our aim is to help shape the lives of others, mentally and physically. Our teachings help turn negative situations into positive ones, keeping the mind focused on success. Only through commitment and true integrity can we experience the real meaning of brotherhood. Tang Soo Do has positively influenced every major choice I've made. That's why it's my way of life."
In 2000, Master Wallace established the Young Gi 용기 Academy in Malta, where he has worked tirelessly to promote Tang Soo Do, develop his students, and contribute to the success of Malta’s IMA Tang Soo Do.