Business Details
Your Trusted Martial Arts School in Whitchurch, Malpas & Oswestry
Malpas Tae Kwon Do is a family-run martial arts provider with experienced, fully qualified TAGB instructors. Our team holds DBS checks, first aid certifications, and professional indemnity insurance, ensuring safe and structured learning environments. We follow the TAGB grading syllabus, covering techniques, patterns, sparring, and pad work, tailored to students of all ages and abilities. As members of the Tae Kwon Do Association of Great Britain, Europe's largest martial arts organisation, we uphold a reputation for friendly, inclusive classes that foster community and personal growth. Our instructors have over 27 years of combined experience, coaching students to national and international championship levels.We offer classes in Whitchurch, Malpas, Market Drayton, and Oswestry, with flexible schedules for children, adults, and families. Our TAGB Tigers programme introduces 4-6 year olds to martial arts through fun, confidence-building activities. We prioritise individualised attention, ensuring every student achieves their goals while developing fitness, discipline, and self-defence skills. Our commitment to quality instruction and positive character development has made us a trusted choice for martial arts training in Cheshire and Shropshire.
Services
Martial Arts Classes
Children's Classes
Adults' Classes
Family Classes
TAGB Tigers
Highlights and features
- DBS-checked instructors with 27+ years of combined martial arts experience
- TAGB-certified syllabus aligned with Olympic-standard training methods
- Family-friendly classes for ages 4 to adult across four convenient locations
- Specialised TAGB Tigers programme for early childhood development through martial arts
- Proven track record coaching students to national and international championships
Associations and certifications
- Tae Kwon Do Association of Great Britain (TAGB)
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Services
Martial Arts Classes
Our martial arts classes teach traditional Tae Kwon Do techniques, including patterns, sparring, and self-defence. Students develop physical fitness, mental discipline, and confidence through structured training. Classes follow the TAGB syllabus, preparing students for belt gradings and competitive opportunities.
Children's Classes
Specialised martial arts instruction for children aged 6+, focusing on fundamental skills, coordination, and character development. Sessions improve fitness, concentration, and social skills while maintaining a fun, engaging environment that encourages personal growth and self-confidence.
TAGB Tigers
The TAGB Tigers programme introduces 4-6 year olds to martial arts through playful, structured activities. Children learn basic techniques, balance, and discipline while developing motor skills, focus, and confidence in a supportive, age-appropriate setting.
Family Classes
Family-friendly sessions where parents and children train together, promoting shared learning experiences and bonding. These classes accommodate mixed ability levels, focusing on fundamental techniques, fitness, and mutual encouragement in a welcoming environment.
1-to-1 Tuition
Personalised martial arts instruction tailored to individual goals, whether preparing for gradings, improving competition skills, or focusing on specific techniques. Private sessions offer dedicated instructor attention for accelerated progress and customised training plans.
People
Carl Rudolf
6th Degree Black Belt Instructor
With over 27 years of martial arts experience, Carl Rudolf is a fully qualified TAGB & BTC instructor. He has coached multiple national and international champions, bringing expert knowledge to our Whitchurch, Malpas, and Oswestry schools.
Peter Rudolf
4th Degree Black Belt Instructor
Peter Rudolf combines 4th degree black belt expertise with DBS-checked instruction. As a TAGB umpire and referee, he brings competition insights to our training programmes, ensuring high standards across all our martial arts classes.
Karen Rudolf
1st Degree Black Belt Instructor
Karen Rudolf delivers expert martial arts instruction as a fully qualified TAGB instructor. With DBS certification and refereeing experience, she contributes to our commitment to quality training for students of all ages.
Emma Jupp
2nd Degree Black Belt Instructor
Market Drayton instructor Emma Jupp provides professional martial arts training with her 2nd degree black belt expertise. She ensures our students receive quality instruction aligned with TAGB standards and safety protocols.
Carl Willmott
Assistant Instructor
Assistant instructor Carl Willmott supports our training programmes with his 2nd degree black belt skills. As a DBS-checked instructor, he contributes to creating welcoming, effective learning environments for all students.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We specialise in Tae Kwon Do, a Korean martial art focusing on kicking techniques, self-defence, and physical fitness.
Are classes available for complete beginners?
Yes, all our classes cater to all abilities, with dedicated beginner sessions and individualised instruction for new students.
What age groups do you accommodate?
We offer classes for children aged 4+, adults, and family sessions, including the TAGB Tigers programme for 4-6 year olds.
Do you offer trial lessons?
Yes, we provide free taster lessons at all locations to help you experience our martial arts instruction before committing.
What safety measures are in place?
All instructors are DBS-checked, first aid trained, and insured, with structured lessons ensuring safe progression for all students.
