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On this page you will find accounts from some of our School members, these serve to illustrate that TKD has something to offer everybody - it can be moulded to meet what ever you want it to be. No experience is necessary! It's best to come along and experience it for yourself. I guarantee you will have great fun! The design of Taekwon-do is such that it is available to everyone, irrespective of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, financial or social status, political or spiritual beliefs, etc

Mr Johns, together with Senior Grades within the school, is fully qualified in the awareness and instruction of children and vulnerable persons. Receiving the Home Office approved 'Child Protection Course'. This included the highest level of security assessment and registration with the British Taekwon-do Association and the Home Office, in the instruction of children and vulnerable persons, including instruction in 'Health and Safety' and 'Risk Assessment'.

Taekwon-do itself is a wonderful means of maintaining physical health, promoting flexibility, strength, and endurance. At the same time, it teaches you how to protect yourself, a priceless skill to learn. Lastly, your improved health and the knowledge that you can protect yourself will yield a wealth of self-confidence and personal satisfaction that will lead to success in all areas of your life.

Mr. Darren Johns - (3rd Dan) - I have been training for over 25 years starting at the age of nine.

I have studied under the instruction of Senior Master Prewett in Fairwater, all my Tae Kwon Do life. I have enjoyed and experienced all aspects of Tae Kwon Do from local, national and international competitions to the technical, self defence, human body/weapon training.

I have taken from my personal experience both inside and outside of Tae Kwon Do, in doing so

The school will accept anyone who is fit enough to train from the age of 5 upwards, class times and contact details are on the contacts page, so whether it is for the study of Taekwon-do, fitness, self defence or just to find out what it is all about please do come along to one of the classes and see for yourself. Everyone is welcome, please contact Mr Darren Johns with any queries you may have.

I have benefited from the practical understanding of what this valuable Martial Art has given me and will pass on this experience.

I have learned a lot from the understanding of Tae Kwon Do, not only the physical aspects but also the moral understanding, its ethos and discipline.

It is evident that in today's society the basic courtesy and consideration for our fellow man and woman are all to often overlooked, due to a lack of individual discipline and courtesy.

The bone structure of Tae Kwon Do consists of these values that we need to exist. Fused on to the bone structure is the knowledge and confidence Tae kwon Do practice provides.

The combination of these basic fundaments does result in a strong base for the individual in life and as a student of Tae Kwon Do. In essence it has far more to offer than just exercise or just training in a Martial Art, it is a way of life that an individual from any age will benefit.

I enjoy immensely being able to develop my students, watching their qualities and abilities flourish as they achieve... I am putting back into Tae Kwon Do, what Tae Kwon Do has given me. I am proud of the strong family base that I have achieved with Cardiff North Tae Kwon Do School.

Learning is based on enjoyment and the understanding of the need for self discipline. There is so much to gain from the involvement and training for all individuals.

I have been fortunate enough to train with individuals from all backgrounds and abilities, some of whom have been vulnerable due to their physical or behavioral ability, which may dictate more attention. Each and everyone can gain from this Martial Art, the basic ability to balance, control movement and focus can contribute to every day needs.

We as a school have achieved a great deal, boasting a strong and regular intake of beginners, to our own black belts. We are continuing to achieve.

Since the beginning of the School, I am pleased to say that I have seen each individual constantly reach their personal goals and better them. We will continue to enjoy and learn through Tae Kwon Do.

(Updated 25/5/2010)

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