10/05/2026
๐ Happy Motherโs Day from First TKD WA! ๐ Today we celebrate the incredible mothers across all our WA branches who continue to inspire us both on and off the dojang floor. Our 2026 Motherโs Day Collage is a tribute to the women who not only encourage their children through their TaeKwonDo journey, but who also have the courage and commitment to train alongside them. ๐ฅ
There is something truly special about a mother who leads by example. โค๏ธ Through every class, every challenge, and every grading, these women show their children the value of perseverance, humility, discipline, and inner strength. ๐ช They prove that growth never has an age limit and that true leadership comes through action.
Between work, family commitments, and the endless responsibilities of everyday life, our TKD mums still make time to better themselves physically and mentally. ๐ That dedication deserves enormous respect. Their presence within our dojangs helps create the strong family culture that First TKD is proud of. ๐
To every mother in our First TKD family โ thank you for your support, your kindness, your resilience, and the example you set for the next generation. ๐ท We are proud to have you as part of our community and grateful for everything you do.
If this collage touches your heart, please like โค๏ธ, comment ๐ฌ, and share ๐ as we celebrate these amazing women today.
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14/04/2026
Respect sits at the heart of everything we do at First TaeKwonDo.
In traditional martial arts, a bow is far more than just a formalityโitโs a sign of mutual trust, humility, and discipline. Every time our students bow to their partner, they are making an unspoken agreement: to train with control, to support one another, and to ensure each otherโs safety.
Moments like this remind us that TaeKwonDo is not just about kicks and techniquesโitโs about character. Itโs about learning to show respect to instructors, training partners, and ourselves, both inside and outside the dojang.
Strong techniques build strong martial artistsโฆ but respect builds great people. ๐ฅ
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Respect sits at the heart of everything we do at First TaeKwonDo.
In traditional martial arts, a bow is far more than just a formalityโitโs a sign of mutual trust, humility, and discipline. Every time our students bow to their partner, they are making an unspoken agreement: to train with control, to support one another, and to ensure each otherโs safety.
Moments like this remind us that TaeKwonDo is not just about kicks and techniquesโitโs about character. Itโs about learning to show respect to instructors, training partners, and ourselves, both inside and outside the dojang.
Strong techniques build strong martial artistsโฆ but respect builds great people. ๐ฅ
๐ฒ Stay connected with us:
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06/03/2026
Power. Precision. Presence. Hyung training at our recent First Tae Kwon Do Invited 1st Kup & Black Belt Quarterly Training was a powerful reminder of what sets advanced students apart.
With the entire floor moving in unison, every stance was grounded, every technique deliberate, and every breath controlled. Hyung is more than a pattern โ it is the foundation of timing, balance, strength and mental discipline. It reveals attention to detail, depth of understanding, and the true spirit of Taekwondo.
For our 1st Kups, this was an opportunity to step into the standard expected at Black Belt level โ to feel the pressure, sharpen their focus, and raise their performance. For our Black Belts, it was about refinement, leadership, and setting the example through precision and intensity.
When the room moves together with that level of commitment, you can feel the standard lifting.
This is how we prepare.
This is how we grow.
This is First Tae Kwon Do.
13/02/2026
๐ฅ Instructor Joshua executing a Twimyo Bandae Jireugi (Flying Reverse Punch) board break.
What you see here isnโt just speed or strength โ itโs disciplined training, timing, balance, and commitment to technique. This is the standard we expect from our Black Belts at First TaeKwonDo WA โ not just the ability to execute techniques, but to do so with control, awareness, and responsibility.
Joshua continues to set and example for our junior belts and reminding everyone that Black Belt is not a rank โ itโs a responsibility. ๐๐ฅ
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๐ฅ Instructor Joshua executing a Twimyo Bandae Jireugi (Flying Reverse Punch) board break.
What you see here isnโt just speed or strength โ itโs disciplined training, timing, balance, and commitment to technique. This is the standard we expect from our Black Belts at First TaeKwonDo WA โ not just the ability to execute techniques, but to do so with control, awareness, and responsibility.
Joshua continues to set and example for our junior belts and reminding everyone that Black Belt is not a rank โ itโs a responsibility. ๐๐ฅ
๐ฒ Stay connected with us:
๐ www.firsttkd.net
๐ www.firsttkd.com
๐ www.firsttaekwondowa.com.au
๐ www.firstmartialarts.com
โถ๏ธ YouTube: @firsttaekwondoperthwa
๐ธ Instagram: @firsttkdperthwesternaustralia
๐ Facebook: First Tae Kwon Do Perth Western Australia
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04/12/2025
At First TaeKwonDo, belt rank is earned โ never given.
Grading is a privilege, not a right, and only students who consistently show discipline, effort, elevated technique, and respectful conduct are invited to test for a higher rank. Most students attend grading only once or twice a year depending on their level, and this selective approach is what protects the high standards and integrity of our traditional martial art.
Congratulations to these dedicated students who earned their place on the grading floor this weekend๐โจ
A reminder: the final Perth Grading Exam for 2025, conducted by Master Instructor Vernon Low, will be held this Sunday, 07/12/2025.
Best of luck to all invited students โ train hard, stay focused, and finish the year strong!,
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02/10/2025
๐ฅ Spinning Elbow Strike in Action! ๐ฅ At First TaeKwonDo, we teach more than just kicks and punches โ we train our students in effective self-defence techniques. Here you can see two of our young green belts demonstrating a spinning elbow strike during one-step sparring practice at grading.
This technique is all about timing, precision, and control. Training like this builds confidence, focus, and discipline, while sharpening self-defence skills that work in real-life situations.
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Great job to all our students giving 100% at grading!
๐ Ready to give TaeKwonDo a try? Join us for a free beginner class today and experience the energy for yourself! Email us today at: [email protected]
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๐ฅ Spinning Elbow Strike in Action! ๐ฅ At First TaeKwonDo, we teach more than just kicks and punches โ we train our students in effective self-defence techniques. Here you can see two of our young green belts demonstrating a spinning elbow strike during one-step sparring practice at grading.
This technique is all about timing, precision, and control. Training like this builds confidence, focus, and discipline, while sharpening self-defence skills that work in real-life situations.
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Great job to all our students giving 100% at grading!
๐ Ready to give TaeKwonDo a try? Join us for a free beginner class today and experience the energy for yourself! Email us today at: [email protected]
www.firsttkd.net
www.firsttkd.com
#FirstTaekwondo #MartialArtsTraining #OneStepSparring #TaekwondoLife #PerthTaekwondo #TaekwondoKids #ConfidenceThroughMartialArts
24/09/2025
๐ The Joy of Your First Grading! ๐ Thereโs nothing quite like the excitement of your very first belt grading with First TaeKwonDo. Under the guidance of Master Vernon Low, students step onto the floor with determination, focus, and a sense of achievement that only comes from dedicated training.
For many, itโs not just about earning the next belt โ itโs about celebrating progress, overcoming nerves, and experiencing the joy of moving forward on their TaeKwonDo journey.
The smiles say it all! ๐ช๐ฅโจ
Congratulations to everyone who graded โ youโve taken another important step in your martial arts journey with First TaeKwondo WA.
A full gallery of photos of our 10th & 9th Kup grading students will be published on our page later this week.
๐ฅ Stay connected with us:
๐ Website: www.firsttkd.net
๐ www.firsttaekwondowa.com.au
๐ www.firsttkd.com
๐ www.firstmartialarts.com
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09/09/2025
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TaeKwonDo Student Spotlight: Side Kick Board Break Demonstration #firsttaekwondo #firsttkd #tkd
๐ฅ Perfect Side Kick in Taekwondo Training | First Taekwondo WA ๐ฅWatch Hailey demonstrate a sharp side kick (Yeop Chagi) with focus, balance, and precision ...