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Expert Taekwondo Training in Stevenage
TTKD Taekwondo Stevenage is a dedicated martial arts club specialising in WT-style (World Taekwondo) training. Established as a member of Chungdokwan, one of Korea's original Taekwondo schools, we operate under the guidance of the British Taekwondo Council and World Taekwondo Federation. Our instructors hold Master Level qualifications from both UK and Korean training programs, with professional indemnity and public liability insurance coverage. The club provides structured licensing that grants members access to train and compete nationally through British Taekwondo, the sport's official governing body in Great Britain. With a committee comprising experienced martial artists from 2nd to 5th DAN grades, we maintain rigorous safety standards including Level 6 safety officer certification and mental health first aid training.Our multi-generational approach welcomes all ages and abilities, offering technical instruction in poomsae (forms), kyorugi (sparring), and traditional Taekwondo philosophy. The club's international connections include participation in Chungdokwan summer camps at Kukkiwon headquarters in Korea, with training sessions led by Grandmaster Shin. We maintain strict safeguarding protocols through qualified welfare officers and CRB-checked instructors, ensuring a secure environment for both children and adults.
Services
Taekwondo Classes
Kickstars Children
Adult Family Education
Poomsae Training
Kyorugi Coaching
Highlights and features
- We offer Master-grade instructors trained in both UK and Korea
- Our club maintains full British Taekwondo licensing and insurance
- We provide competitive pathways to national championships
- Our safety protocols include Level 6 qualified officers
- We operate multi-generational family-friendly training programs
Associations and certifications
- World Taekwondo Federation
- British Taekwondo Council
- Chungdokwan (CDK)
Services
Taekwondo Classes
Structured WT-style Taekwondo instruction for all ages and abilities. Sessions combine traditional self-defence techniques with Olympic-style sparring and physical conditioning. Classes emphasize character development through martial arts philosophy, improving participants' strength, flexibility, and mental discipline while maintaining strict safety protocols.
Kickstars Children
Specialised martial arts training for young practitioners. This program develops coordination, focus, and confidence through age-appropriate Taekwondo techniques. Instructors use gamified learning to teach fundamental movements while instilling core values of respect, perseverance, and self-control in a safe, engaging environment.
Poomsae Training
Technical instruction in traditional Taekwondo patterns from Koryo to Chonkwon. Training focuses on precise movement execution, balance, and application understanding. Practitioners learn both historical significance and practical combat applications of each form, progressing through standardized grading requirements to achieve black belt patterns.
Kyorugi Coaching
Competitive sparring instruction following Olympic Taekwondo regulations. Athletes develop timing, distance management, and strategic thinking through structured drills and match simulations. Coaches prepare students for national competitions including TCGB National Championships, emphasizing both technical proficiency and sportsmanship principles.
Family Education
Multi-generational martial arts programs for families. Sessions accommodate varying skill levels within the same class, promoting shared learning experiences and family bonding. The curriculum balances technical instruction with character development, helping participants of all ages improve physical fitness while learning practical self-defence applications.
People
Master Evangelos Stavropoulos
Lead Qualified Senior Instructor
5th DAN black belt with Level 6 safety officer qualification. Specialises in competitive kyorugi coaching and instructor development. Oversees technical standards and safety protocols across all training programs.
Master Toula Stavropoulos
Instructor & Poomsae Coach
4th DAN black belt with BSc (Hons) in Business & Sport. Qualified mental health first aider and international poomsae referee. Leads grading panels and coaches competition forms specialists.
Nawaf Kadhim
Club Chairman
2nd DAN black belt responsible for event coordination and club governance. Ensures compliance with British Taekwondo Council requirements and manages competition logistics.
Linda Stavropoulos
Club Treasurer
2nd DAN black belt with first aid qualifications. Manages financial operations and supports competition team logistics. Provides emergency care during training sessions and events.
Claoudia Marin
Welfare Officer
Safeguarding lead responsible for child and vulnerable adult protection. Ensures club volunteers understand duty of care obligations and maintains safeguarding policies.
Questions
What age groups do you accept for Taekwondo training?
We welcome participants from 5 years old upwards. Our Kickstars program caters specifically to children while family education classes accommodate mixed-age groups.
Do I need prior martial arts experience to join?
No prior experience is required. Beginners receive foundational training in basic techniques before progressing to more advanced forms and sparring.
What equipment is needed for initial training?
New students only need comfortable sports clothing. Uniforms and protective gear become necessary once regular attendance is established.
Are there competitive opportunities available?
Yes, we prepare students for national competitions including TCGB National Championships. Club members regularly participate in poomsae and kyorugi events.
How do grading examinations work?
Examinations follow British Taekwondo Council standards. Students progress through colour belt patterns before attempting black belt requirements under qualified panel supervision.
What safety measures are in place during training?
We maintain strict safety protocols with qualified officers, first aiders, and safeguarding procedures. All instructors have CRB checks and professional liability insurance.
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