Taekwon-Do is a modern version of a martial art which originated in Korea. It is characterized by fast, high, jumping, spinning kicks and swift footwork. It is an all-round programme that includes physical exercise, artistic expression and self-defence training.

At Taran Tek TKD we practice the ITF style of Taekwon-Do as opposed to the Olympic Taekwondo (different spelling) ITF Taekwon-Do has more emphasis on the martial art, including the Tenets (laws) and also encourages the use of hand techniques equally with kicks when sparring.

Taekwon-Do is taught in dojangs (Taekwon-Do halls) by certified and experienced Instructors. The term "Taekwon-Do" is a composite Korean word meaning "kick with the foot" (Tae), "punch with the hand" (Kwon) and "method, art or way" (Do).The simplest English translation is "The art of kicking and punching".

To learn self-defence techniques.

To achieve physical fitness through dedicated participation.

To improve mental discipline and emotional maturity.

To develop a sense of responsibility for both oneself and others.

To develop an appreciation of Taekwon-Do as both a sport and an art form.

Major General Choi Hong Hi 9th degree

Taekwon-Do was inaugurated on April 11th 1955 after extensive research and development by the founder Major General Choi Hong Hi 9th Degree.

Grand Master Rhee Ki Ha 9th Degree

Rhee Ki Ha (born 20 March 1938) is a South Korean Grand Master of Taekwon-Do who is widely recognised as the 'Father of British Taekwon-Do' for introducing this martial art to the United Kingdom since arriving in the 1960s,as well as the 'Father of Irish Taekwon-Do. He is one of the twelve original masters of Taekwon-Do of the Korea Taekwon-Do Association. Following a career in the South Korean military, Rhee emigrated to the United Kingdom in 1967. He was a notable officer of the International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF) during Choi Hong Hi's leadership

We are proud to be members of the UKGT

We are a very family orientated group of clubs that operate in the mid Cornwall area.

We concentrate on the traditional martial art of ITF Taekwon-Do and are fully committed to being a not for profit organisation. We believe that the 5 Tenets of Taekwon-Do should be observed in all aspects of life as well as in the Dojang (training hall)

We practice official ITF Taekwon-Do along with additional groundwork, self defence and all round fitness. We have an excellent track record in both local and national competition.

We are members of the UKGT run by Grand Master Sahota 9th degree. If you are interested in taking part in a sport that will not only improve your fitness, but also boost your confidence then please contact us.

We operate at 4 venues in mid Cornwall covering every weekday evening.

Taran Tek Taekwon-Do was formed on Sunday 15th July 2007 by students from the club formerly known as "Billy Thomson's Taekwon-Do" in Truro. Following Mr Thomson's "retirement" the club structure was re-built and expanded into two new clubs under the Taran Tek TKD Banner. The Truro club was run by Mr Hayers and the St Newlyn East club was run by Mr Spinks with St Erme opening a few years later. Since then Miss Bone and Mr Elford have taken over at St Newlyn East and Mr Hayers additionally took on the club at St Erme in early 2019.

We have several fully qualified Instructors from 1st to 5th Dan who all contribute to the development of the club. Each Instructor has undergone a nationally recognised training programme coupled with an enhanced DBS check.

All of our instructors are committed to teaching traditional Taekwon-Do combined with self defence, groundwork and all round fitness.

All of our instructors are friendly and approachable

Mr Andy Hayers V Degree Chief Instructor

St Erme & Truro Instructor

Miss Amy Bone IV Degree

St Newlyn East Seniors and Ladies Instructor

Miss Heidi Hopfenzitz IV Degree

St Erme & Truro Instructor

Mr Andy Elford III Degree

St Newlyn East Juniors Instructor

Mr Monty Cresswell IV Degree

St Newlyn East Instructor

Mr Jack Kokios IV Degree

St Newlyn East Instructor

Mr Joe Brady II Degree

St Austell Instructor

Miss Jess Thomas II Degree

St Erme & Truro Assistant Instructor

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We currently have 4 locations in Cornwall where we train

For general enquiries about training please contact us via the email address below

For specific enquiries about each venue please contact the instructor responsible for the class

Instructor - Mr Joe Brady II Degree

Chief Instructor - Mr Andy Hayers V Degree

Instructor - Miss Heidi Hopfenzitz IV Degree

Instructor (Seniors and Ladies) - Miss Amy Bone IV Degree

Instructor (Juniors) - Mr Andy Elford III Degree

Chief Instructor - Mr Andy Hayers V Degree

Instructor - Miss Heidi Hopfenzitz IV Degree

The Tenets of Taekwon-Do

The Tenets are the backbone of Taekwon-Do. They are the laws that every Taekwon-Do student should live by and not just exercised in the Dojang. Be peaceful and respectful in all that you do in life.

Make every effort to learn all about the Tenets.

This is the initial basic set of exercises for beginners usually covering 9th to 7th Kup. This familiarises the student with the correct attack and defence techniques utilising mainly hand parts against middle and high attacks and the foot parts against low attacks while stepping forwards and backwards.

More for the intermediate student (6th Kup and above) these sets use more varied attacks allowing the attacker to develop combinations.

For the senior colour belt student (4th Kup and above) these sets use non choreagraphed attacks allowing the defender to react appropriately.

Structured self-defence protocols are learned right from the start of the students Taekwon-Do journey. We follow 4 basic routines through the colour belt career. These are outlined below. For a more detailed reference, please download the Self-Defence Fact Sheet.

A straightforward release from a grab with no follow up

Release the grip of the attacker followed by a counter-strike

Force the release of the attacker with an immediate counter-strike

Release the grip of the attacker followed by a counter-joint break

As well as the structured protocols that students exercise in a grading, we also practice freestyle (real life) self-defence routines. These can take the form of scenarios that a student might encounter in everyday life. There is also a wealth of information out there on reputable internet sites. Have a look at the video from Grand Master Nardizzi below

2008

Xmas

Beach Barbecue

Celtic Competition

UKGT Welsh Open

2007

Xmas Night Out

Cornish Open Competition

2006

Xmas Bowling

Beach Barbecue

Cornish GTI Competition

Roxy Leaving Do

Black Belt Awards

2005

Beach Barbecue

English GTI Competition

Cornish GTI Competition

Swindon GTI Competition

Black Belt Awards

2004

Xmas Night Out

Xmas Bowling

Cheltenham GTI Competition

2003

Cheltenham GTI Competition