Student Spotlight - Vijay Barona

January Student Spotlight---- Vijay Barona

The path through Indy Lightsaber Academy is a difficult one. Success one day can turn into spinning your wheels the next. This is true for all students. It's how they overcome and work through their barriers to become better. Vijay is a great example of someone who has shown persistence, curiosity and a thirst to become more. And that's just what he did.

It's this type of growth that is one of my favorite things about ILA. But let's read a bit about Vijay's journey in the lightsaber combat world..

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What is your favorite thing about ILA?

My favorite thing about ILA are the con tournaments because I get to show off my learned skills and it is fun crush the con goers. I also really enjoy attending Fight Camp. During this time I get to improve on my skills, get to hang out with my fellow classmates, and I am given the opportunity to promote. I have also developed some very close friends since I started attending ILA. All of us in ILA are like a family full of people who share similar interests.

If you could give a newbie some advice...?

I would say to make sure you focus on the fundementals of your form. I would also tell newbs to be open to advice and constructive feedback. And most importantly, do not get caught up on promoting as quickly as you can. Saty focused and truly learn and appreciate the form.

What has been your favorite moment?

My favorite moment was when I went to the 2018 comic con tournament and made it to the semifinals which I did not expect because I was not even a student at that time. This was also the moment that got me interested in joining ILA. The rest is history.

What will your story be?

Find out.

May the Force be with you!

Coming soon. The RETURN of LIGHTY

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