What a special night for the club. First we had 4 black belt promotions from the recent grading. On Sunday the candidates had over 3 hours of being tested on patterns, step sparring, self defence, kicking combinations, competition sparring, board breaking and terminology. And today they were given their new belts. Congratulations toMrs Sweeney 5th
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Tunbridge Wells Taekwon-Do’s chief instructor, Luke Thompson has been promoted to 7th degree Master. On Sunday 5th May, Mr T was successful in grading to 7th degree!It was a very tough grading with England’s two Grand Masters, GM Ellis and GM Nardizzi. The test covered patterns, 3, 2 and 1 step sparring, foot sparring, unarmed
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Thinking of taking a break from your regular exercise because you have exams? Bad idea. All research points to the benefits of regular exercise during exams. Below are the headlines from various sources Exam season can be tough, and it’s often very easy to let your health and fitness fall to the bottom of your
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On the 17th November a small team from Tunbridge Wells travelled with friends from Virtue and Affinity TKD to take part in the 170th IIC in Vienna, Austria. The IIC was the biggest ever in Europe with over 500 participants. Well done to Mr Arroyo, Mrs Sweeney, Mr Tolson, Mr Westlake and Mr T for
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After a 4 year break from the national team Mr Thompson has returned to coaching the England National Team. The remainder of the year is focussing on selections and then working towards the European Championships in 2024.
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Due to an open evening at St Greg’s there will be no class on Thursday 28th September at St Greg’s. The St James class will continue as normal.
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What a great day for the club. Congratulations to Luke who passed to 1st degree black belt. It was a thorough test made even harder by doing it on his own. He had to perform kicking combinations, all 9 patterns, 3, 2 and 1 step sparring, 3 step semi-free sparring, free sparring, self defence and
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There are 3 bank holidays in May that mean no classes on Mondays and an election at St James Church Hall on a Thursday. 1st May – no classes 4th May – no class at St James (4-6 years). All other classes continue as normal. 8th May – no classes 29th May – no classes
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Due to exams at St Gregory’s school, all Monday and Thursday classes at St Greg’s will now be moving to TW Boys Grammar school. This will be from 27th April for 2 months. Details in your email. Classes at St James are unaffected.
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A one off change of hall at St Gregs. We will be in the old main hall at the top of the school. This is only for the 24th April.
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