Tae Kwon Do is the Korean art of self-defence and means "The Art of Hand and Foot Fighting". Tae Kwon Do indicates the technique of unarmed combat for self-defence, involving skilled application of punches, kicks, blocks, dodges and restraints. Most of all Tae Kwon Do is about self-imposed discipline, fitness and inner peace. Its origins go back 3,000 years. This provides its practitioners with a link to a tradition and philosophy, which is truly historic. The art itself however has evolved with time to reflect the needs and aspirations of the modern martial artist.
The Tae Kwon Do Association of Great Britain is the largest martial arts association in Europe. With 20,000 members in over 450 clubs nationwide we provide you with high-quality tuition, regularly run national competitions, seminars, training camps, added benefits high-profile events, as well as a fun, safe way to get fit and meet people who are as relaxed, dedicated and interesting as you.
NO! We have people training in our clubs between the ages of 5 and 80. We believe you bring in Tae Kwon Do your own self-imposed limits and we'll do our best to help you expand them. Age is just a number.
I will not take children below Five years of age, but our children and parent class is designed to cater for younger children, and if children show comprehension to a teachable level then who am I to hold them back. Our instructors are trained in creating a teaching syllabus, which is specifically aimed at young children and is not just a truncated version of an adult one. As such, young children will receive the best possible tuition, which will help their fitness, motor-coordination skills and mental discipline.
No! Tae Kwon Do will help improve your level of fitness.
First thing is first! It doesn’t matter if you are a Man, Woman or a Child; Because Tae kwon do is so versatile and flexible that it offers something to everyone.
We do cater for children, with discussions about bullying, and stranger danger, and make them aware of the "NOT TO GO" places (dark alleys etc), we keep the syllabus light and full of games, sometimes the kids don’t even realize that they are learning!
A note to all ParentsThe T.A.G.B insist that their Instructors be POLICE CHECKED and FIRST AID trained (AS STANDARD) So no matter where you take your child to train (within the T.A.G.B.) you can be assured that they are in safe hands! |
Tae Kwon Do has a number of different aspects
Sparring: |
There are a number of different sparring:
This is only a SEMI CONTACT sport NOT full contact So Contact is there if you require it but it is not essential, as non contact sparring still teaches the appropriate skills that are needed! Please be aware that with any form of contact, sparring equipment will be worn!!! |
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Patterns: |
With every new level of belt there is a new pattern to learn. Each pattern will teach a new aspect to be concentrated on. These include new stances, body shifting and new techniques. The principles of Tae Kwon Do are found in every pattern and every technique, in every move and counter move.
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Self Defence: |
This is my personal favourite, ”At the end of the day that’s what Martial Arts is all about, defending yourself!” That’s what I thought when I took up Martial Arts. But it has been proven to me that that is only one small aspect of the Martial Arts.
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Fitness: |
Your fitness level will improve, there is no doubt about it, and with this improving it will have a positive effect on many other aspects of your life, if not all, eventually improving confidence and self esteem. |
There are more, many more, but why don’t you give it a go and find out!!!!!!!!!
Remember that the first lesson is free!!
The cost of each lesson varies between clubs, but at Bangor it is £3.00 per lesson!
Yes there are lots of sites on the Web for you to look at! here are just a few
If you check out other clubs on the Welsh web you will find all your nieghbouring clubs, and links to their webs.