Christchurch Olympic Taekwondo

Christchurch Olympic Taekwondo Enhance self-esteem by heightening your physical and mental powers. Build confidence by encouraging Tae Kwon Do Benefits

WHAT TAEKWONDO CAN DO? You can do it!

Build confidence by encouraging you to succeed and to take control of your life. Develop discipline by thoroughly training your body and mind in the tenets and techniques of Taekwondo. Teach self-defense by training you to recognize situations in which physical self-defense may be necessary, and teaching you how to control such situations to your advantage. Strengthen your mind and body through increased physical coordination and mental discipline. HOW YOUR CHILD CAN BENEFIT FROM TAEKWONDO? Taekwondo is a total learning activity. Lessons are tailored to age and skill level. You begin by practicing basic patterns and forms, kicking, blocking, striking, and punching. These fundamental skills increase your physical coordination, flexibility, balance, and mental acumen. Taekwondo develops athletic abilities and self-awareness, and improves capabilities in self defence. SELF-DISCIPLINE AND SELF ESTEEM
Taekwondo emphasises moral development as well. Children learn respect for themselves and others, heightened concentration, and increased self-discipline and self-restraint. The self-discipline that develops as a result of learning and practicing the techniques usually carries over into other areas of life. School grades often improve as your child learns to focus on objectives and to work toward achievement. The self-discipline and self-resect which Taekwondo develops can provide you with the skills and mindset necessary to resist peer pressure. THE ADULT & TAEKWONDO

Helps you develop and maintain a sound body and mind, and increase your abilities at self-defense. EXERCISE AND IMPROVE WELL-BEING

Taekwondo strengthens your body and improves your health through physical exercise and conditioning. A gradual building process of safe and easy stretching techniques will enhance flexibility, while breathing and concentration exercises lead to sharper reflexes and senses. The discipline of Taekwondo leads to increase energy, better health and fitness, greater coordination, and higher self-esteem. These qualities are vital to a happier, longer life. SELF-DEFENSE

TKD helps you recognise and handle situations in which self-defense may be required. You can learn the techniques you need to defend yourself intelligently in threatening situations. . Take charge of your life! Bring out the positive qualities that have always been part of you! Develop patience, confidence, self-discipline, inner calm, and a consistently positive mental attitude

Overcome fear, self-doubt, anger, jealousy, laziness, and bad habits. It takes serious, dedicated training. Why Study The Martial Arts

Some students want nothing more than practical training to defend themselves. Others want a regular exercise schedule to Limber up, build stamina and strength. Many come to relieve stress and anxiety built up from the pressures of everyday life. Some are interested in competition, and work hard to become champions. There are other equally important reasons why people study the Martial Arts such as self-awareness, weight and figure control. Whatever the reason, the new student will quickly become aware of the many benefits of training. Martial Arts students feel healthy and physically fit. They are confident they are learning to defend themselves, and this quiet confidence filters through to all phases of their life including home, office and school Furthermore, as students progress in the Martial Arts, they gain a greater respect for themselves and others. Who Studies the Martial Arts? People from all walks of life. Young and old alike study Taekwondo. Currently there are over 20 million Taekwondo students world-wide. What is Taekwondo? Taekwondo is both an ancient Korean Martial Art, and a modern International Olympic sport. Taekwondo is a mental and physical discipline designed over 2000 years with the ultimate goal being mental and physical health. That is the health of ourselves, our family and our friends. Taekwondo serves as a means of self-protection, giving one the assurance of being able to do so if the need arises. TKD is styled to keep the body conditioned, and the mind clear. It provides confidence and self-control. Self Defense / Self Development

Learn to defend yourself through rigorous, comprehensive training. Develop your endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance along with your self-defense techniques. Learn to defend yourself, not only physically, but mentally as well. Learn to unite your body in a single effort to achieve your goals. Develop an inner calm. Bring up deep-rooted, long hidden fears and weaknesses, face them, and conquer them. Bring out anger and frustration in a positive environment where you can learn to deal with them effectively. Rise above laziness and inner doubt. Health & Fitness

Learn to recharge your body with exciting energy. Age is no barrier - start at any time of your life.

Some moments are brief yet deeply meaningful, and unexpected detours can lead to memorable encounters ✨Due to flight wea...
28/06/2026

Some moments are brief yet deeply meaningful, and unexpected detours can lead to memorable encounters ✨
Due to flight weather disruptions, Coach Rodolfo Reyes Jr. (Poomsae) and Coach Carlos Padilla (Kyorugi) of the Philippine Taekwondo National Team were diverted to Christchurch instead of Wellington, creating an unexpected opportunity to meet two of the key figures behind the team.
Although our meet-and-greet was short and sweet over dinner, it was a genuine pleasure and a privilege to meet them both. We were thankful for the opportunity to have shared time, stories, wisdom, and passion for Taekwondo. Your dedication to the sport and to the development of athletes continues to inspire many and we are truly grateful for the chance to connect with you.
Wishing you both and the entire team continued success, safe travels, and every blessing in the journey ahead. 🇵🇭🙏

Congratulations to all our New Zealand athletes for their outstanding performances across the Australian Open, Oceania C...
25/06/2026

Congratulations to all our New Zealand athletes for their outstanding performances across the Australian Open, Oceania Championships, and President’s Cup.

A special shoutout to Christchurch Olympic members Ysabella, Franchette and Anastasia for proudly wearing the fern on the international stage. Your hard work, resilience, and dedication continue to inspire us all 🤩

Thank you to the coaches, officials, supporters, and families who made this journey possible. The medals, memories, and experience gained will last a lifetime 🥋💙

Congratulations to all our athletes who competed with excellence at the Gold Coast for the Oceania Poomsae Championships...
21/06/2026

Congratulations to all our athletes who competed with excellence at the Gold Coast for the Oceania Poomsae Championships, Oceania President’s Cup and Australian Open events! 🇳🇿🥋✨

A special shoutout to Ysabella, Franchette, and Jiya for their outstanding achievement in securing 🥈 Silver in the Team Poomsae category. Your hard work, dedication, and teamwork have made us all incredibly proud.

Well done, everyone! 👏🔥

Master Alan Brian and Master Mary Maravilla, on behalf of Christchurch Olympic TKD, were delighted to host an introducto...
09/06/2026

Master Alan Brian and Master Mary Maravilla, on behalf of Christchurch Olympic TKD, were delighted to host an introductory Taekwondo session for a group of students and support staff from RecreateNZ.

RecreateNZ is a charity that provides recreational and educational opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities. Offered free of charge, the session was filled with energy, enthusiasm, and plenty of smiles. Participants had the opportunity to experience the fundamentals of Taekwondo in a fun, supportive, and inclusive environment.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone from RecreateNZ for joining us. It was our pleasure to share our passion for Taekwondo and teaching with you. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and look forward to welcoming you back in the future 🥋🙏

Kukkiwon Cup 2026 🥋🏆Proudly hosted by Christchurch Olympic Taekwondo, bringing together top talent from across New Zeala...
31/05/2026

Kukkiwon Cup 2026 🥋🏆
Proudly hosted by Christchurch Olympic Taekwondo, bringing together top talent from across New Zealand and Australia for an unforgettable day of competition.

Our athletes stepped up on home ground, delivering strong performances and earning well-deserved medals. A true showcase of skill, spirit, and international camaraderie.

Congratulations to all competitors, officials and international teams who made this event a success! 💪🔥

Christchurch Olympic Taekwondo was honoured to host last Sunday’s Poomsae seminar, led by GrandMaster Bradley Tatnell an...
27/05/2026

Christchurch Olympic Taekwondo was honoured to host last Sunday’s Poomsae seminar, led by GrandMaster Bradley Tatnell and Master Sophia Haynes.

The seminar provided an excellent platform for athletes to refine their technical ex*****on and deepen their understanding of Poomsae performance standards under the guidance of highly respected practitioners. We extend our sincere appreciation for their professionalism, expertise, and commitment to athlete development.

We also commend all athletes who participated and contributed to the success of the event.

Christchurch Olympic Taekwondo remains committed to fostering excellence and contributing to the continued growth and advancement of the Taekwondo community.

Group photos from the phenomenal TNZ Poomsae Camp, highlighting the remarkable progress and dedication of our Christchur...
13/02/2026

Group photos from the phenomenal TNZ Poomsae Camp, highlighting the remarkable progress and dedication of our Christchurch Olympic TKD members. Our athletes embraced this valuable opportunity to elevate their skills, continue their growth, and proudly represent our club within the wider Taekwondo community 🥋

We are extremely proud of their commitment and sincerely grateful for the expert guidance of Grandmaster Bradley Tatnell and Master Sophia Haynes, whose outstanding leadership and supportive mentorship have played a vital role in developing our athletes’ potential ✨

12/02/2026

✨ Highlights from the TNZ Poomsae Camp. An incredible weekend of learning and connection, with a record turnout of Poomsae athletes from across Aotearoa 🇳🇿

👏 65 participants
🏫 16 clubs
📅 Two full days of outstanding session from Grandmaster Bradley Tatnell (Sunbae Martial Arts)

Our Christchurch Olympic TKD members gained so much knowledge and valuable insight from this seminar, and came away truly inspired and motivated to keep improving.

Huge thank you to Grandmaster Bradley for the wisdom and guidance, and to Master Shirley Sieh and Steph Bennett for travelling over to support the camp.

Special thanks to Master Sophia Haynes for making this event possible, and to Master Poh Leng McLisky and Master Nick Jury for all your help. And to all Victoria University TKD members for being such amazing hosts 🙌

Shout out to Shun Run Yap & Rob Eland for capturing this video and bringing the weekend to life🥋🫶

What an awesome way to kick-start the year, with Christchurch Olympic TKD club hosting events like this 💥So proud of all...
01/02/2026

What an awesome way to kick-start the year, with Christchurch Olympic TKD club hosting events like this 💥

So proud of all our juniors who attended today’s WT Worlds selection event. Huge effort from every athlete on the mat! The future is looking strong 👊

Thank you to all the parents and coaches for the support, a big shout-out to Masters Alan and Brock for leading the day and putting these young athletes through their paces, and thank you to Master Garry for the great photos 📸

Ending the year with full mats, proud smiles, and well-earned awards 🏆🥋A huge congratulations to our 2025 awardees and t...
22/12/2025

Ending the year with full mats, proud smiles, and well-earned awards 🏆🥋
A huge congratulations to our 2025 awardees and to every student who showed up, trained hard, and kept pushing themselves this year at Chch Olympic Taekwondo.

Thank you to our incredible students, supportive families, and dedicated instructors. This community is what makes it special 💙

Wishing everyone a happy and restful holiday break ✨
We can’t wait to welcome you all back on the mats 19th January!

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