A family-friendly Taekwondo club
Our approach
Promoting the core values and tenets of Taekwondo
We are very much about the promotion of values such as respect, commitment and discipline as well incorporating the 5 tenets of Taekwondo [Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-control and Indomitable Spirit] into all training and development activities. The unique aspect of the family club allows both instructors and parents alike to teach and coach the younger generations in such values and tenets allowing them to become part of their everyday life.
Promoting the family atmosphere
We promote the family atmosphere throughout the year with various fun activities such Easter Egg decoration competition, Halloween Fancy Dress competition and a club-funded Kids Christmas Party; we often organise social events for the parents to have some fun as well.
Safety culture
The safety of all students is very much our prime concern and we will do everything we can to ensure that all training is delivered in a fun, educational and safe manner. All principal Instructors have current Enhanced DBS checks, are First Aid trained, and in line with good safety practice, a full risk assessment for the training halls and for all Taekwondo activities has been completed.
The management team
Balsall Common Taekwondo Club is an independent club which is owned and run by Chief Instructor, Mr Mark Fitton 4th Degree, and Deputy Chief Instructor, Mr Richard Murray 2nd Degree. Mr Fitton is a qualified teacher, former Royal Air Force Training Officer and highly experienced martial artist of 30 year. Mr Murray is an experienced instructor of over 10 years. Mr Fitton and Mr Murray are supported in the delivery of classes by a plethora of other experienced black belt instructors who assist with the running of all classes.
ITF affiliation
Balsall Common Taekwondo Club is affiliated to Coventry-based TSTUK Association headed up by two times world champion, Master Jon Tizick 7th Degree. TSTUK is also part of the larger ITF Union (ITF-U) organisation which provides opportunities for European and world-level competitions as well as International Instructor courses run by ITF-U’s cadre of GrandMasters.