Q: What do they learn on the junior class if they don’t go for belts?

A: The junior class has been designed to give the children enough skills and confidence, to be able to join the main beginners’ class without feeling completely lost. They will have their own skills chart which will allow them to see their progress on a lesson-by-lesson basis. Many of the skills learnt in the main class are replicated here but on a level the juniors can relate to. The classes are structured around learning whilst having fun, it is not a games class!

 

Q: How long are the juniors in that class before they move up?

A: It really does depend on the skills of the individual, the earliest juniors can complete their chart is around 9 months, others have taken 2 years. It’s all about ability and not age.

 

Q: Am I too unfit to join?

A: Even more reason to join. We build beginners fitness up gradually; you’ll be surprised how quickly your fitness improves.

 

Q: Am I too old?

A: There is no upper age limit for Taekwondo, the TAGB has students from 4-70 years old.

 

Q: I’m too shy to join

A: Taekwondo builds confidence, Beginners’ classes are always separate to avoid students feeling intimidated by higher grades, we have many team building games that make you feel more at ease.

 

Q: What will I need to wear?

A: For your first few months you can wear anything that is light and comfortable i.e. tracksuit, leggings, t-shirt etc, no footwear is required.

 

Q: How long does it take to become a black belt?

A: It will take at least 3.5 years before you earn your black belt. There are no double gradings or any quick ways. If you can persevere for that time, then you are able to take your black belt grading.

All gradings are taken by an external examiner ensuring the quality of the tuition given.

 

Q: Do we have to pay by direct debit or sign any contracts?

A: No, you pay on a four-weekly basis, we believe that you should enjoy your Taekwondo, not train because you have paid for a six/twelve/eighteen-month contract.

 

Q: How much does it cost?

A: Please check the pricing page for up to date pricing.

 

Q: I wish I had a friend to join with?

A: How many other people say the same thing? 70% join on their own and go on to make many new friends through Taekwondo. We are not just a martial arts school; we hold many social events during the year.

 

Q: My child is being bullied at school, even though the teachers have been informed he is afraid to go back?

A: Self-confidence and the ability to self-achieve are major benefits of Taekwondo. We teach students not to be arrogant or to misuse Taekwondo. We teach students to be confident and respect others.

 

Q: How long will the course last?

A: We don’t run our School as a series of courses. We teach on a continual basis throughout the year.

 

Q: Can I join in with my children?

A: Yes, on the main beginners’ class we encourage children over the age of 7 to train with their parents. If your child is aged between 4 – 6 they will need to start in the junior class, and we would encourage you to train with them when they move up to the main beginners’ class.

 

Q: Are you Covid safe?

A: Yes, prior to entering your pre booked class you will have your temperature taken and need to sanitise your hands. Where possible, doors will remain open during the session along with any windows in the hall allowing a good flow of air, helping to keep everyone safe whilst in class.