A 20 year old karate player zarah bhat from Kashmir Srinagar who represents Kashmir at different levels
” I started my journey when I was in 6th standard. I am the first “DAN black belt in karate. I represent kashmir at different levels.”
Zara first played at district level and is five times madelist. Even at state level she has won medals five times. “I am national silver madelist, and KAI participant”.
After that she got selected for certificate course, by Prime Minister’s package in health and fitness sports authority of India, SNS,NIS Patiala (India).
After completing the course the state sports council appointed her as Health and Fitness coach in Khawaja Nakhsband Stadium in Radpora on contractual basis
“I still play as an athlete yoga 63rd national games in Chattisgarh.I played judo tournament as well” she said.
After her selection as coach, Zahra played Ist International Martial Art and also took part in Yoga competition and got first rank in India.
“Then our Shihan decided to make me a SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT in TKAJAK of district Srinagar”.
“For every win of my life I thank my family and my coaches,who inspired me for sports. I wish to become a way to not just channel the spirit of the youth, but to built team that can play for India
An athlete cannot run with money in his pockets. He must run with hope in his heart and dream in his head.
(Photo and story by: Ahsaan Ali)
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