As we move into the heart of summer, June has given us a welcome pause in the busy Tae Kwon-Do calendar. With no competitions or gradings scheduled, it has provided valuable time for students to focus on their training without the usual pressures. This month has been about steady progress, personal development, and preparing for the exciting events just around the corner.

A Quieter Month, A Focused Effort

June has been a quieter period for the club, but by no means a less productive one. Without major events on the schedule, students have taken the opportunity to refine techniques, build strength, and reflect on their training. This focused, consistent effort is essential for long-term improvement, and it has been great to see everyone making the most of it.

A New Arrival!

We are delighted to announce the arrival of Mr. Cheriton and his partner Harriet’s daughter, Florence! Both Harriet and Florence are doing very well, and Mr. Cheriton is currently on paternity leave, spending quality time with his family. Our warmest congratulations go to them—we look forward to meeting Florence soon!

Club Demonstration at Bowhill Primary School
A group of our students—both juniors and adults—recently took part in a demonstration at Bowhill Primary School’s Summer Fete. Led by Mr. Thomas, the team delivered an impressive display of patterns, line work, and sparring to an audience. The event was a great success, and we are extremely grateful to all those who gave up their evening to take part—whether as students or supportive parents.
If your school has a summer fete or similar event coming up and would be interested in a Tae Kwon-Do demonstration, please speak to one of the instructors. We’d be happy to see if we can attend.

Upcoming Events

Black Belt Patterns Course – Sunday, 6th July
This is the first opportunity for black belts to gain a stamp for the second half of 2025.

Booking deadline: Midnight, Thursday 3rd July

To book: Please visit the following link:
https://forms.zohopublic.eu/yourtaekwondo/form/BlackBeltPatternsCourse/formperma/VufqqiB3jIhUyDe0CShx-a5CLiFnBleWbZDNne0ABP4

TI World Championships – 19th - 20th July

The TI World Championships is the biggest event on the calendar, and we’re thrilled to announce that Laila will be competing in this prestigious tournament. She has been training with outstanding commitment, and we are incredibly proud of her. Please join us in wishing her the very best as she prepares for this exciting challenge.

Next Colour Belt Grading – Sunday, 27th July

Despite the shorter time between gradings, many students have trained hard and are ready to take their next step. Those hoping to grade at the end of the month, please ensure you attend the upcoming pre-grading in a few weeks time.

Pre-Grading

• Date: Thursday, 17th July

• Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM

• Location: Dance Studio, St Luke’s (this session will replace the usual class)

Grading Day

• Date: Sunday, 27th July

• Time: Please arrive by 9:30 AM

• Location: Cranbrook Education Campus, Tillhouse Road, Cranbrook, EX5 7EE

• Note: Blue stripes and above must bring their sparring gear.

Although June has been a quieter month, it has been a meaningful one—filled with dedication, new beginnings, and steady progress. We are proud of our students for their continued effort and commitment. As we look ahead to a busy July, we’re excited to see that hard work pay off in the events to come.

See you in the dojang!