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"" .. Student Championships Great Success ""
The British Student Taekwondo Federation National Championships which took place on 7th March in Aylesbury was a great success with approximately 250 people participating in the Sparring event and around 150 in the Patterns event. University students from across the country and various bodies came together to participate and assist in this annual student event.
A minutes silence was held im memory of the late great Master Suh Ki Young who was an integral part of the BSTF and greatly respected by all who knew him.
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"" .Deep Regret at passing of great Master
We would like to offer our sincerest condolences to all who knew Master Suh Ki Young who sadly passed away on 25 February 2010.
Master Suh touched many lives with his passion, sincerity warmth and true spirit. He will be truly missed but never forgotten; his legacy will live on.
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"" . Kukkiwon commend UKTDC officers
Feb 2010 saw UKTDC officials travel to Korea for the briefing session and public hearing in regard to the UKTDC application for Kukkiwon overseas branch status. The UKTDC delegation was the Chairman Mr Hudson and Technical Director Master C Waddington
The UKTDC made its in depth application prior to to leaving and this was welcomed by the Kukkiwon, part of the application the "UK Kukkiwon" can be found on the website www.kukkiwon.co.uk
The other UK organisations in attendance were the TTA and the MNA. Master Hudson and GM T K Loh, gave speeches on behalf of their organisations. former BTCB president GM Soo Nam Park, congratulated UKTDC chairman on very good points made.
Following the meetings Masters Waddington and Hudson and other delegates were presented with commendations from the Kukkiwon which state
" The above named person has been awarded this diploma for his unlimited efforts of self sacrifice to bring about the development and popularization of taekwondo
As a result he has been a great contribution to the promotion of Taekwondo culture."
following the meetings the UKTDC delegation had a private evening meal with the Kukkiwon officials and the Beijing Olympic champion dong Min Cha
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"" Congratulations Master Evans & Poomsae judges
Congratulatioons to the UKTDC Referee director Master Kieth Evans who has recently been selected by the WTF to referee at the WTF world junior championships in Mexico, this adds to a long list of high profile competitions that Master Evans has officiated at.
Also congratulations to the attendees (15) ranging from 2nd to 6th Dan who attended the 4th UKTDc Poomsae judges course, it was clear from the course that we have some very high class and knowledgeable judges coming through.....
The course was presented by the UKTDC Poomsae judge co-ordinator Mr Russel Bailey and included practical training to Hansoo....examination both written and practical scoring.
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"" UK Taekwondo review update""
The UKTDC executive committee members Nigel Hudson, Chris Davies, and Joel Lavery will meet again with UK Sport officials on thursday the 17th December as part fo the ongoing initiative to review the Governance and development of Taekwondo in the UK and in particular the MOA.
The UKTDC will enter into these talks with openess and transparency and hopes other key stakeholders will do the same.
The BTC held its round of talks this week, with the BTCB also scheduled for talks with UK Sport.
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""""Consice Situation Report
The UK Sport commissioned Consice Situation Report into Taekwondo can be found on our downloads page
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""UKTDC members return from 1st World Taekwondo Leaders Forum Korea
UKTDC Masters Chris Davies 7th Dan , Nigel Hudson 6th Dan, Keith Evans 6th Dan, and Daniel Kobbina 5th Dan have returned from the succesful Leaders forum
The event was organised by the Kukkiwon and was by invitation only to the Worlds VIP Taekwondo leaders as recognised by the Kukkiwon.
The forum attracted over 200 Taekwondo leaders from 49 countries. The UKTDC was honoured by the Kukkiwon with the selection of 2 of its officers sitting on a 6 man panel to make questions to the forum speakers with regard to Taekwondo and its development; the selected officer were Masters Nigel Hudson and Master Keith Evans.
Master Chris Davies the UKTDC secretary general was also promoted to 7th Dan whilst in Korea a special thanks to Grand master Tony Vohra 8th Dan for this. please check our events page for details of open seminars with Master Vohra
Master's Hudson, Davies, Evans and several other masters and grand masters from the UK took the opportunity to discuss the continued development of WTF Taekwondo in the UK; this included Grandmaster's T K Loh, D Harrel, T Vohra, plus BSTF representatives, all of which proved very productive.
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"1 Korea Trip
The UKTDC trip to Korea was a great success, we had 100% pass rate on the 16th Foreign Instructors course at Kukkiwon. Our Technical director Craig Waddington 7th Dan received a commendation.
The UKTDC committee also met with a number of prominent people including WTF secretary general, Kukkiwon officials and some of the worlds leading Taekwondo figures
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"1 National championships Results
Sunday 14th June saw the 1st UKTDC National Poomsae championship held at the Blackpool Sports centre,
The competition attracted entrants from over 16 UKTDC clubs and included several International gold medalists including Nigel Eastham (ilyo) Connor Bailey (Ilgi)
Gold medalists and UKTDC National champions;
.......................Male.......................Female
Cadet..............Connor Bailey..........Emma Parr
Junior..............Jack Wills.................Ellie Thurwell
1st Senior........Ahmad Biluee...........Lisa Winteridge
2nd Senior...... Justin Rothery...........Jenny Lambert
1st Master........Nigel Eastham ..........Caroline Walford
Senior Pairs Nigel Eastham / Jenny Lambert
Junior Pairs Emma Parr / Shaun Parr
Grand Champion Male........Nigel Eastham
Grand Champion Female....Jenny Lambert
Overall Team Awards went to ;
1st Place Ilyokwan/Billinge
2nd Ilgi
3rd Strike
4th Hwarang
Simultaneously the UKTDC held both a kup grade poomsae event, and a speed kicking competition, with both disciplines attracting over 50 entrants each.
Kup Poomsae event team placings
1st Place Billinge/Ilyo
2nd Ilgi
3rd Manchester
4th Mu-sa
Following the Poomsae and speed events the UKTDC held a 1-2-1 sport competition which attracted approx 120 fighters including several international gold medallists and International National team members, this proved to be huge success with all spectators, participants and instructors,
Notable performances where given by Manchester Taekwondo starts Daley and Daryl Richardson along with Rick Cooney, Ahmad Biluee and Ryan Green.
Sparring team results ;
1st = Ilgi
1st = Manchester
3rd Billinge/Ilyo
4th Preesall
UKTDC TV were present to conduct interviews and the TV platform will be added to our website shortly, a special thanks to TV Interviewer Phillip Radley Smith and Adrian St Cerian for thier assistance
A special thanks should go to Master Mark Richardson and Master Craig Waddington who both fielded large teams of over 35-40 competitors
Kicksport and Mu-sa both had merchandise stall available both of which proved a huge success.
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"new policy documents
The UKTDC would like to convey to its members that it is currently working on several policy documents that will be added to the download section shortly.
These will include;
Anti doping policy
Ethical and moral standards
guidelines on head shots & competition management
National team selection criteria (poomsae & Kyorougi)
Instructors wishing to contribute to these documents please send contributions to
Chairman@uktdc.org.uk
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* 1 WTF Logo
After a review of the rules and regulations of the WTF it appears that we should not be using the WTF logo without written permission. As we do not wish to undermine the WTF rules and regulations we have
temporarily removed the official WTF logo until official permission is granted.
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* Congratulations
UKTDC would like to congratulate the 17 candidates who attended and passed the UKTDC sport referee and corner judges course held on Sunday the 24th May,
The course presented by UKTDC referee co-ordinator Master Keith Evans 6th Dan,was attended by several high ranking WTF/Kukkiwon masters including,
Grandmaster Tony Vohra 8th Dan, Master Craig Waddington 7th Dan, and UKTDC Chairman Master Nigel Hudson, the course would include the new amendments to the WTF rules has both GM Vohra and Master Evans recently completed the WTF refresher course held in China (April 09)
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* Grass roots to elite competitions..(NEW)
UKTDC are pleased to announce that as part of its continued ground breaking advancements in the provision of Taekwondo competition in the UK we shall hold 3 Competitions at the same time allowing for participation from grass roots in both Poomsae and Sparring to elite level in both Disciplines, There are also plans to hold a speed kicking event for children.
The event shall be held on June the 14th in Blackpool (full invitation on our downloads page)
The events shall be;
National Poomsae Championships (Dan grades)
1-2-1 Sparring competition (all grades)
1.2.3.4 Poomsae competition (kup grades)
childrens speed kicking event (TBC)
This will be the 1st event of this kind in the UK and is expected to be an annual occasion
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* Health and Safety UKTDC..(updated)
UKTDC are pleased to announce that as part of our continued professionalism we have finalised our health and safety documentation, all relevant information can be found on our downloads page,
A special thanks should go to Master Kevin Barrett our health and safety officer who was responsible for the plan delivery.
Other policy documentation shall be made available when finalised.
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* The 2nd International Symposium for Taekwondo Studies
The Globalization of Taekwondo
October 12-13 2009, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
October 12 (Monday), 2009 : Scandic Copenhagen HQ Hotel
08:00-10:00 Reception
10:00-11:00 Opening Ceremony
11:10-12:00 Keynote Speech I
14:10-18:00 Oral Sessions
18:00-21:00 Welcome Reception
October 13 (Tuesday), 2009 : Copenhagen University
09:00-09:40 Keynote Speech II
10:00-12:00 Poster Sessions
12:10-12:30 Closing ceremony
14:00-17:00 City Tour
18:00-20:00 Championship Opening Ceremony
For detailed information visit:
www.cph2009.dk and www.wtf.org
Important dates:
June 30, 2009--- Abstract submission
July 31, 2009----Pre-Registration
August 30, 2009----Standard Registration
August 29, 2009----Paper submission
October 12-13 2009—Symposium date
Contact: Jong-Kook Song (+1) 765-430-8229, jksong@khu.ac.kr
Hyon Park (+82) 31-201-2732, hpark@khu.ac.kr
Peter Ha (+82) 31-201-2733 peterha61@yahoo.com
Papers include studies of Sports Science related to Taekwondo such as Sports Physiology, Biomechanics, Sports Medicine, Philosophy/Pedagogy of TKD, Sports Sociology/Sports Psychology, and Sports Marketing.
Registration / submission
Pre- Registration (till the end of July 2009): 30Euro($40)
Standard Registration (till the end of August 2009): 40Euro($50)
Symposium fee includes: symposium materials, dinners, banquette.
It does not include hotels (see accommodation) and breakfasts (included in hotels)
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***Taekwondo Review
UKTDC representatives Chris Davies, Nigel Hudson and Joel Lavery will be visiting UK Sport offices in London on 17th December for a further round of discussions relating to the UK Sport review of Taekwondo.
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1 Korea Visit
UKTDC Will dispatch a delegation of officers to Korea next month, the delegation will consist of 5/6 Officials who will visit Korea for 10 days, during this time we have several meetings planned and also attendance at the Kukkiwon International instructors course 21-24 July.
It is anticipated that the officers will strengthen established links with Kukkiwon, WTF and other Korean bodies during this this visit.
Also in attendance at the Kukkiwon International instructors course will be a number of UK participants
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1 Welcome new members
UKTDC would like to extend a warm welcome to new schools in membership
Des Day 5th Dan former BTCB National Poomsae coach National team member and International medalist, Des will help the UKTDC Poomsae structure develop further,
also joining this month (July)
Paul Oxtoby 5th Dan Ox martial arts,
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1.1 Breaking news
The UKTDC has been selected as one of 4 bodies to be part of a consultation process by an independent consultant Genesis)commissioned by UK Sport to look in to the current circumstances of Taekwondo in the United Kingdom and publish a Concise Situation Paper.
The UKTDC has been communicating with UK Sport, the BTC and the Minister for Sport lobbying for changes to the current situation of Taekwondo in the UK.
We hope that the consultation and paper will be the beginning of a new hope for Taekwondo and we look forwards to working with the other organisations to bring about a promising future for everyone.
The other parties to the discussion paper are BTC, BTCB, STUK
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1.1 Congratulations to succesful Poomsae course attendees
The UKTDC held a Poomsae judges course at the Skelmersdale Taekwondo centre on saturday 18th April, It is with great pleasure that we can announce a 100% pass rate, With candidates from all parts of the UK ranging from 1st kup to having several 6th Dans in attendence.
Feedback from attendees was good (selection below)
Lisa Winteridge (Strike Taekwondo commented)
Would just like to say we all thoroughly enjoyed the day & learnt alot. It's very refreshing to have someone such as yourself at the helm of an organisation which believes in the spirit of Taekwondo - it's been a long time coming but the future feels bright for Tkd!! I hope the UKTDC keeps growing...certainly appears to be....
Master Robinson
It was good to see you and some of the other UKTDC instructors.
The course was enjoyable, informative and well stuctured. It certainly gave food for thought with regard to how well you think you know the poomsae compared to how well you need to know the poomsae and judging criteria to be a competent judge.
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1.1 UKTDC Welcome new members
It is with great pleasure that the UKTDC can announce that after positive meeting and talks with Master Dave Jordinson (Chungdokwan) he will bring his 500+ members into the UKTDC ,
this brings our membership to over 6500in our 1st year.
Master Jordinson like several other senior Instructors have left the BTCB to join our ranks to further develop and promote WTF Taekwondo in the UK in an honest, open , and transparent fashion
We would like to also comment that our Chairman Master Hudson also met with the BSTF (British Student Taekwondo Federation) president Michelle Chaffer; discussions were positive with further discussions planned.
Master Hudson also renewed acquaintances with Master T K Loh his former instructor whom Master Hudson holds in high regard.
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1.2 Poomsae seminar
UKTDC Chairman and WTF International Poomsae Judge Master Nigel Hudson recently returned from conducting a 2 hour Poomsae seminar in Bristol for the UKTDC groups, UK Chung do Kwan Taekwondo, Jin Moo Kwan Taekwondo and Longwell Green TKD, with over 35 attendees ranging from White belt to 7th Dan.
The course arranged by Brothers Andy and Chris Davies gave updated training on WTF poomsae applications,
Following the seminar Master Hudson has been requested back to hold a full day seminar and National judges course, Details soon
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1.2 UKTDC Meeting
Following the Executive council meeting 22/92/09 the UKTDC would like to welcome on board its executive & management committee several new officers
Master Val Winteridge Vice Chairman
Master Kevin Barrett H&S
Mr Joel Lavery Development officer
Master Adrian St Cyrian Committee member
Mr Phil Radley Smith Committee member.
Mr Russell Bailey Poomsae judges co-ordinator
This strengthens the committee and will help take us forward as we seek the relevant recognitions.
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1.3 Congratulations
The UKTDC Executive would like to congratulate all the successful candidates from the Open Dan Promotion test 22nd Feb 2009
Successful candidates ranged from 1st to 4th Dan,
Kukkiwon applications will now be made.
There were 18 successful candidates who presented themselves in exemplary fashion for the UKTDC
Next Open dan promotion test TBA
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1.4 Appointed UKTDC National coach
UKTDC is pleased to announce after discussions Master Dong Jin Bae has agreed to become our National coach, Master D J Bae brings with him a wealth of knowledge in this area, being the former Korean Naval National coach and Internationally acclaimed competitor.
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1.5 WTF Appointment for Nigel Hudson
UKTDC Chairman Nigel Hudson who is attending the WTF World Poomsae championships in Ankara Turkey, has been officially appointed onto the WTF PR Committee.
This will strengthen links with WTF and WTF Practitioners in Europe.
In his first few days in office he has had several articles published on the WTF Website.
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12. WTF President Choue"s message
Extract from WTF Presidents message
Dear taekwondo family members,
We are at the crucial juncture that may determine our course toward the future of taekwondo. We should not lose our focus. We need to work together to search for ways for the better future of taekwondo. We should concentrate undivided attention to keep taekwondo as a permanent Olympic sport.
I urge everyone to give full support to the WTF to overcome challenges of any kind. We know what the ultimate goal of the taekwondo-loving people should be. And we will achieve it with pride and confidence. Let there be hope and vision.
The full message can be viewed at the following link
http://www.wtf.org/site/wtf/notice.htm?realnum=276&mode=view
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13. BTCB President takes up new post
NEWS
BTCB President Soo Nam Park appointed Vice President of the German Taekwondo Union the DTU.for further info visit www.dtu.de
Does this mean he will or is about to relinquish his position as BTCB president???.
Ironically Master Keith Evans has just had his BTCB membership terminated for working with another WTF body to develop WTF Taekwondo . ???.
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14. WTF welcome BBC review of TKD Olympics
International Media Perspective of Beijing 2008 Olympic Games Taekwondo
The WTF is pleased to post the “Beijing 2008 Taekwondo Review” by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). The report contains a wide range
of reviews and proposals, regarding the evaluation of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games taekwondo competitions.
The BBC review is productive and meaningful. The
WTF extends its appreciation to Mr. Dave Gordon
(Head of Major Events, BBC Sports) for his approval of posting this review, as well as to Mr. Nick Mullins
(BBC Commentator) and Mr. John Cullen (
BBC Co-Commentator) for their outstanding contributions.
Attachments :
“Beijing 2008 Taekwondo Review”
http://www.wtf.org./site/cms_file/images/default/100_19
9/100/2008_Olympic_Taekwondo__Media_Review1_081201.pdf
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6 Chairman returns from Korea
UKTDC Chairman has returned from Korea after extensive talks with the WTF and the Kukkiwon. Nigel was participating in the WTF Joint Technical Meeting for the amendment to the WTF Competition Rules. For full details of the meeting go to www.wtf.org
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7. Commendation of WTF President Choue
The UK Taekwondo Development Council (UKTDC) would like to express its sincerest gratitude for the foresight and recent developments in WTF Taekwondo under the guidance of President Choue, secretary General Yang and all the staff of the WTF.
Since Presidents Choue's election there has been a distinct and noticeable change in the openness, transparency, ethical and moral standards coming from the WTF headquarters as President Choue and his staff truly globalise Taekwondo. Taekwondo is a gift to the Martial art / sporting world from the Korean Nation and their willingness to share such an Art with the world can only be seen as a blessing.
With the initiatives in place the future of WTF Taekwondo under the guidance of President Choue is looking very bright and secure; with stands taken against injustices and support given to positive initiatives that help create a harmonious world. An all inclusive WTF Taekwondo is what the world needs to see now and your efforts in these matters will promote WTF GLOBALLY.
With 3 world Poomsae champions, Para Taekwondo championships, World ranking systems, EBP developments, increased education, open technical meetings, plus increased global participation and MNA's.
A redesigned WTF website now in several languages, new committees headed by leaders from around the world on all continents it is clear that President Choue's vision is one of globalisation and unity.
His vision has seen the appointment of sector heads from the “western world” showing that he understands and supports greater western involvement to add to the Eastern philosophies and ways,
I would like to commend unreservedly the President, Secretary General and staff of the WTF on behalf of the UK Taekwondo Development Council, (UKTDC) and the WTF practitioners in the UK, I am sure that the NGB and the worlds WTF practitioners would echo my sentiments so on behalf of all in the UK, Congratulations on a marvellous job to date and long may he hold this prestigious office, and may your aspirations and beliefs spread throughout the world in equal amounts for all
Sincerely yours
Nigel Hudson: Chairman
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9. Update, WTF changes tp Kyrougi rules , accepted
New Competition Rules updates passed!!!!!
Hi Every body,
This is important for all players and coaches. The WTF/ETU site has the latest news update.
Amendments of the Competition Rules passed.
WTF has concluded the ballots for major amendments of the competition rule. This ballot has been conducted by e-vote over the internet. An overwhelming majority of members voted for the change of the existing competition rules. The major changes are:
• competition area will shrink to 8 x 8 m
• new point system: 1 point for body hits, 2 points for back kicks to the body, 3 points for head kick
• a video review for scoring will be available
• the 7 point gap and 12 point ceiling is history
• Kyonggos will be added to the opponent instead of being deducted
• installation of a video replay system
Recommendations for the changes have been discussed at the 'Regulations and Match Rules Reform Meeting' which has been held in December 2008 at Turkey. The new rules will come to effect in the upcoming 2009 World Cup Taekwondo Team Championships in June
Some more changes include organizational affairs:
• World Taekwondo Academy (WTA) will be responsible for global Taekwondo education, research and development.
• The WTF Education Committee changed to WTF Education, Training and Development Committee.
• A Technical Committee for Poomsae will be created.
The new rules will be published on the WTF webpage and be sent to all national federations soon.
This is serious news - we may shrink the ring size in the UKTDC championships for practice when confirmed
The rule changes will be implemented after the next IR update course . Still no confirmation of where or when it is.
See you soon Master Keith Evans. UKTDC Referee Director.
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A meeting with Consultants Genesis
on 17/06/2009 UKTDC Representatives Secretary General Chris Davies, Chairman Nigel Hudson and Development Officer Joel Lavery travelled to UK Sport Offices in London as part of the Consultation for the Concise Situation Paper requested by UK Sport.
The meeting was lengthy and allowed the UKTDC to present its viewpoint in detail and submit a good amount of documentation and evidence. The UKTDC representatives felt that the meeting was meaningful and constructive, and hope that the published paper will trigger the mechanism for further actions of progress to be initiated.
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Capital of Culture
The Liverpool capital of Culture championship was a resounding success, with over 15 clubs in attendance the competition both Sport Taekwondo and Poomsae was hailed by several senior Instructors as one of the best competitions for many years.
The Poomsae section attracted over 70 competitors ranging from 10th kup to 4th Dan with some exceptional performances,
This championships was another ground breaking advancement in the grass roots development of Poomsae in the UK, being the 1st competition to use this format, This highlights and further enhances the UKTDC as the place to be for development in this area under the guidance of Master Hudson.
The sport section attracted even more entrants again ranging from 10th Kup to 4th Dan, again this gave an opportunity for competitors of all ability levels to practice and develop their skills. Some exceptional fighters took to the floor in what proved to be a very good mannered occasion with some tough fights, all fighters conducted themselves impeccably and were a credit to their Instructors
The UKTDC would like to thank all Instructors, from all clubs in attendance, which Included, North west TKD academy, Ilgi, Quest, Baekho, Liverpool, Burnley, Edgewood, Strike TKD, Ilyo Kwan, Wigan academy, Eccleston TKD, Free Spirit, BTA, Preston, St Annes, Fairhaven
and also a special thanks to the judges and referees on the day for their excellent effort,
Special Awards for the day were as follows,
Teams
1st Ilgi
2nd Baekho
3rd Strike
4th Edgewood
5th Liverpool
Bets Male fighter, Andrew Fish Ilgi
Best Female fighter Chelsey Harrison Baekho
Best Dan Poomsae Nicola Holt , Burnley
Best Kup Poomsae Nichola Lawrenson Ilyo Kwan
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Commonwealth Championships
The UKTDC would like to congratulate the medalists from the recent Commonwealth Taekwondo championships in particular the Gold medal winners.
Chan Sau Poomsae, Gemma Biescus, Poomsae, Sydney Craven Poomsae,
Stella Whitehead Sport, Jordan Gayle sport, Bianca Walkden Sport.
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Dan grading 29th Nov 08
UKTDC is pleased to announce that the Kukkiwon certificates ranging from 1st to 5th Dan from the Nov 29th Dan grading have now arrived with the UKTDC secretary general Master Chris Davies.
This is less than 6 weeks after the grading and is in line with UKTDC timescales,
The certificates can be forwarded to instructors immediately if required, alternatively there shall be a presentation of the certificates at 10.00 am, prior to the 4th UKTDC Dan grading on the 22nd February.
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Executive Meeting
On 22nd February 2009 the UKTDC held their executive Committee meeting at Blackpool Sports Centre. This followed a dan grading at the same venue.
The meeting was well attended with constructive discussions making for postive progress for the UKTDC in the coming year.
A copy of the public version of the minutes can be downloaded from the 'Downloads' page (removed for amendments)
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Going from strength to strength
We would like to announce that after discussions with independant Martial Arts bodies we have secured their WTF style members from 200 clubs to the UKTDC. This will now bring our membership numbers to an estimated 5000.
This now puts our membership plan well in advance of our intended targets, hitting our 5 year plan in the first 6 months. We are also in discussions with several other groups who have significant levels of membership, including ITF groups who are considering changing style.
It is becoming increasingly clear that the UKTDC is a credible and viable alternative to the NGB and a major force in WTF Taekwondo in the UK.
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Introductory seminar
On Sunday evening 23rd November UKTDC instructors in the South West of England held a special two and a half hour ‘introductory’ seminar to encourage more people, especially newcomers to Taekwondo, to become more active in UKTDC events, especially WTF style competition sparring. The session taught by Masters Andy Davies 6th Dan, William Mickleburgh 5th Dan, Martin Beard 5th Dan and instructor Luca De-Mathias 1st Dan attracted some 20 eager students all seeking to learn the finer points of Taekwondo sparring.
Master Beard commenced the session with a rigorous warm up and then covered the principles of basic movement and technique after which Master Mickleburgh introduced those attending to evasive action and counter attacking. Everyone then put on protective body armour and Master Davies led the class through a sparring session as well as breaking down techniques and movements to enable them to score points. Although, for most, it was their first experience of full-contact WTF sparring, everyone said that they enjoyed the seminar and were looking forward to the next one.
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Kytu Dang Seminar
Sunday the 26th Oct Saw the UKTDC host a Poomsae seminar with 7 times European and Current World Poomsae champion Master Kytu Dang.
For those who may be unfamiliar with Kytu he is the Poomsae equivalent of Lopez.
The seminar was very well attended with over 120 participants taking part in the morning and afternoon sessions.
Participants would range from yellow belts in the AM session to a large number of High ranking masters in the afternoon including, 1 x 7th dan, 4 x 6th dan, 6 x 5th dan 6 x 4th dan.
Master Kytu fully enthused all present and delivered a world class seminar, passing on a wealth of knowledge and experience, the seminar would cover poomsae to Sipjin, the feed back has been fantastic and after talks with Kytu he has agreed to return to the UK early next year and may make this a regular event on the calendar.
Master Kytu made the following comments,
"Itwas one of my best experiences around in the world to be with you and yours. I am looking forward to this co-operation in the future .
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Official coverage
UKTDC is pleased to announce that after talks with Mr P.S. Clifton, editor in chief of Combat magazine including Taekwondo and Korean Martial arts, the magazine shall be the official magazine of the UKTDC.
Pick up your regular copy for all news on UKTDC events and activities with regular features and articles on our progress and events
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Referee hand signal seminar and corner judges course
UKTDC delivered an extremely successful Corner judges course and referee hand signal seminar,
The UKTDC would like to thank Master Keith Evans WTF I/R referee for his time and knowledge, His presentational skills were exceptional and a talent the NGB failed to utilise.
The course the first of its kind in the UK would once again show that the UKTDC is a forward thinking and professional body for the development of Taekwondo at all levels.
The course lasted for almost 7 hours and provided in depth theoretical knowledge and practical applications, The first 4 hours was given up to theory of the WTF rules for sport Taekwondo this was professionally delivered by powerpoint presentation and in depth discussions.
following a short break for lunch further theory was covered before a short written test, following this the 17 candidates ranging from 3rd kup to 7th Dan changed into Doboks for the practical sessions, this was split into 2 sections with the 1st session covering the referee hand signals, this was studied with meticulous attention to detail, following this all participants would practice in a full competition format (matted ring + electronic scoring system) using the ringmaster system.
on completion of the course all participants were certificated and the UKTDC Chairman thanked Masters Evans and Waddington for making the course possible, the chairman then made a presentation of the New Daedo UKTDC embroidered Dobok to both Masters Evans and waddington as a small token of appreciation
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Sarah Stevenson wins Olympic Bronze**
It was a very mixed day for Sarah with a controversial decision eliminating her from a chance at the gold medal this decision was then reversed, Sarah showed true spirit to conquer the stress and emotions that must have been effecting her, plus her foot injury, to bring home Britain's first Olympic Taekwondo medal.
Sarah also ended the undefeated record in Olympic competition of China's Chen Zhong who was competition favourite.
Aaron Cook put it a magnificent performance which many thought was enough to have seen him progress further than he did.
Well done to the GB competitors and a big congratulations to them all, from all at the UKTDC.
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South Gloucestershire Olympic hand-over flag ceremony
Immediately folowing the closing ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics and timed with the hand-over ceremony to Great Britian, Senior UKTDC Masters; Andy Davies and Chris Davies, led a group of UKTDC members in raising an 'official' Olympic hand-over flag in the County of South Gloucestershire. After the ceremony, Master Andy Davies said: "It was a fantastic opportunity for us to help promote WTF Taekwondo and lead from the front in the celebrations. There is no doubt that as an organisation the United Kingdom Taekwondo Development Council is doing everything to ensure that WTF Taekwondo is invovled in community activities and portrayed in a positive manner
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tkdcompsoft sponsors UKTDC
tkdcompsoft have sponsored the UKTDC by providing 2 copies of their competition management sotware. This software is a low cost solution for setting up a competition, setting weight categories and adding competitors, printing of fight cards and club lists plus much more.
to find out more about this software visit www.tkdcompsoft.co.uk
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UK Anti-Doping Procedures Guide
The UKTDC are happy to adopt the policies and procedures as stated in the UK Anti-doping procedures guide
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UKTDC Dan promotion Sunday 15th June
Sunday 15th of June 2008 was a historical date in the UKTDC, With the holding of the 1st UKTDC Dan promotion test, for candidates presenting for grades up to 3rd Dan.
The events was well attended with over 25 participants from several full member clubs within the UKTDC, The standard was extremely high and the pass rate reflected this.
All candidates were given feedback and an opportunity to discuss their particular grading with the Kukkiwon registered examiners, who would be Master Craig Waddington 7th Dan, Master Chris Davies 6th Dan, and Master Nigel Hudson 5th Dan.
Comments from instructors were positive, one senior Instructor commented on the professionalism and attention to detail of the whole process, another commented that for the 1st time he could remember the grading began and finished at the stated time.
UKTDC Chairman stated that "if this is the beginning then we the UKTDC and our members have a very bright and prosperous future ahead
The UKTDC would like to congratulate all successful candidates and also commiserate with those who were not successful this time, all of whom conducted themselves in exemplary fashion and were a credit to their Instructors.
Plans are already under way for a Higher Dan promotion test scheduled for late November early December for candidates presenting for promotion from 4th Dan through 7th Dan, UKTDC also have plans for several regional Dan promotion tests, for 1st to 3rd Dans.
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UKTDC, UK Chung do kwan Taekwondo seminar
Over 50 eager students turned up for a UKTDC kyorugi seminar held in Bristol on Sunday 1st February 2009. The seminar, which lasted 2 ˝ hours, was taught by Senior Masters: Andy Davies 7th Dan, William Mickleburgh 5th Dan, Martin Beard 5th Dan and Mr Luca De Matteis 2nd Dan and covered footwork, kicking skills, pad drills and finally sparring itself. Everyone who attended said how much that they enjoyed the course and how they were looking forward to the next one.
The seminar attracted students of all age groups, from beginners to advanced and. based on some of the performances; there could be some real champions in the making.
Sunday 8th February sees the 4th UKTDC Black Belt grading being held in Bristol at the HQ of ‘UK Chung Do Kwan Taekwondo’ in Staple Hill. For details call Master Davies on 07546 459728
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