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Welcome to LSESU Taekwondo!
We’re proud of our warm, inclusive and close-knit community. From total beginners to national champions; freshers to alumni; BSc to PhD – everyone is welcome. Whatever your background, we’ll keep you challenged and entertained, so don’t miss out on the fun!
If you’re looking to stay active, meet new people and make the most of your time at LSE, there’s no better place. This is your chance to push yourself, smash your limits and find a family cheering you on every step of the way.
We’re lucky to have two exceptional coaches guiding us. Kian has been with LSESU Taekwondo since the late 1990s. He’s a 7th Dan in Taekwondo, 3rd Dan in Hapkido, has an impressive knowledge of multiple martial arts and is a passionate self-defence instructor. Helmut, a former alumnus and gold medallist, joined the club in 2011 and holds a 4th Dan in Taekwondo. He lives for sparring and padwork and will happily (and mercilessly) demonstrate his techniques and training regime.
Alongside our coaches, our members are always ready to lend a hand, help you hone your skills and boost your confidence. Whether you want to train hard, get fitter, play casually or just have a laugh, we’ve probably got it covered.
As well as regular training, we take part in three formal competitions a year plus plenty of friendly matches with other universities. Our socials have included team dinners, pub crawls, movie nights, Sway nights and karaoke – and there’s more in the pipeline this year, so follow our instagram to keep up!
We’re looking for people who are motivated, curious and up for trying something different. Sound like you? Perfect – it’s your chance to blow off steam and build friendships that last a lifetime.
Training
Tuesdays: 18:00 – 21:00, Old Building -1, Combat Space
Thursdays: 18:00 – 20:00, Old Building -1, Combat Space
Saturdays: 12:00 – 16:00, Old Building -1, Combat Space
Membership
Our standard membership is £60 per term and gives you access to three training sessions a week with our qualified coaches. You’ll also have the chance to compete in British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) competitions – with the finale offering a route to the nationals! In addition, we host informal matches against other London universities and self-defence workshops throughout the year. If you’re keen, we can even help you set up your own session or event.
All necessary training equipment is provided during sessions. Extra club kit is subsidised, and we also help cover the cost of competitions and trips within and outside London.
Most importantly, this is your chance to meet new people and become part of a vibrant community. You’re welcome to join at any point during the year. With your first two sessions free, you can contact us anytime and simply give it a go!
What We Get Up To
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Weekday sessions hone padwork, kicking, sparring skills, self-defence and poomsae, with occasional blends of WTF Taekwondo and other martial arts like Muay Thai, Ho Shin Sool and Eskrima.
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Weekend sessions let you consolidate what you’ve learned and test it in both WTF and ITF sparring.
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We compete in BUCS events each year, taking on universities from across the country.
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Martial Arts Week showcases demonstrations, workshops and joint training with other clubs.
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We run self-defence workshops to sharpen practical skills on and off the mats.
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Grading and belt ceremonies celebrate your hard work and progress.
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Our socials (check out our social calendar) – keep the fun going outside training.
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Exclusive LSE TKD merch lets you rep the club in style at training, competitions and socials.
Contact Us
So… are you going to keep us waiting?
More on the shy side? No problem! Drop an email to our committee any time at taekwondo@lsesu.org, join our whatsapp group chat, or visit our instagram.