Way Taekwondo

Way Taekwondo is a renowned martial arts club located in Folkestone, New Zealand. The club was established in January 2014 and has since become affiliated with British Taekwondo, the governing body of World Taekwondo (WT) in the United Kingdom. The chief instructor, Mr. Ista Gurung, is passionate about making Taekwondo training accessible to all individuals, regardless of their background, and strives to ensure that it remains an affordable endeavour.

At Way Taekwondo, all you need is the drive to succeed.

Taekwondo is not merely a physical fighting skill but a discipline that offers a systematic and scientific approach to enhancing one's spirit and life through the training of both the body and the mind. It teaches valuable life skills, promotes physical fitness, and cultivates mental strength and resilience.

Recently, Way Taekwondo proudly hosted a successful Dan Grading promotion test on the 16th of December 2023 at Asdford, Kent, UK. The grading panel consisted of esteemed examiners from various reputable Taekwondo clubs, including Ocean Taekwondo, Wisdom Taekwondo, Fighting Spirit Taekwondo, and Way TKD. The event was a resounding success, and congratulations were extended to all the candidates who passed their exams. This achievement was made possible with the help and support of British Taekwondo Examiners, the official team, and the parents and clubs who joined the event.

Way Taekwondo is committed to providing a safe and inclusive training environment for all its members. All instructors undergo Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and are fully insured with British Taekwondo public liability insurance policies. They are also qualified safeguarding officers, ensuring the utmost care and protection for everyone involved.

As an affiliated club with British Taekwondo, Way Taekwondo follows the guidelines and regulations set by the National Governing Body for World Taekwondo in Great Britain. All instructors and members are registered and adhere to the standards set by British Taekwondo.

If you are interested in joining Way Taekwondo, you can sign up for a free trial lesson before committing to membership. After a probation period of four weeks, all students are required to complete and sign a British Taekwondo membership form for insurance purposes.

For more information about Way Taekwondo and its history, please visit the about page on their website. If you have any questions or would like to get in touch with the club, you can contact them via phone or email. The club's contact information is provided on their website.

At Way Taekwondo, they believe in instilling discipline, etiquette, and respect in their members. They offer a comprehensive training programme that covers both poomsae (forms) and sparring, and provide training videos for members' reference. The club also participates in competitions and even hosts their own championships, such as the 2nd Ali's Dojang Open Poomsae Championships. Details about upcoming events can be found on their news calendar.

Way Taekwondo values the privacy of its members and visitors. They have a privacy policy in place to ensure the protection of personal information. Additionally, the club's website uses cookies to enhance user experience.

In conclusion, Way Taekwondo is a dedicated martial arts club in Folkestone that offers quality training in the art of Taekwondo. With a focus on accessibility, affordability, and inclusivity, they aim to empower individuals to enhance their spirits and lives through the training of their bodies and minds.