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Brighton School of Taekwon-Do Meetup
Brighton School of Taekwon-Do offers friendly, high-quality ITF Taekwon-Do training in Hove, open to complete beginners and experienced martial artists alike. Classes focus on fitness, confidence, practical self-defence, and technical improvement, all within a welcoming and supportive club environment.
Training covers patterns, sparring, padwork, self-defence, conditioning, and high-intensity drills. Patterns develop balance, coordination, and power. Controlled sparring builds timing, movement, and confidence without heavy contact. Padwork, circuits, and dynamic drills provide a challenging workout while helping students apply techniques realistically. Sunday sessions run in smaller groups, with in-depth technical feedback, detailed patterns work, and high-intensity circuits to wake you up on a Sunday.
ITF Taekwon-Do was founded in 1955 by Choi Hong Hi and introduced to the UK by Rhee Ki Ha. It follows a clear, well-structured syllabus that supports confident progression and a well-rounded martial arts education.
The club is run by local father-and-daughter instructors Jon Swaine and Chloe Swaine. Jon is a 6th Dan black belt with over 30 years of Taekwon-Do experience and took over the school in 2007 from its founder Ed Chow - who went on to train Angelina Jolie for her role in Lara Croft: Tomb Raider. Chloe is a 3rd Dan black belt and qualified assistant instructor, and runs our Sunday classes. Together, they maintain a friendly, family-run club where students are supported and encouraged to progress.
Classes are open to all abilities. You do not need to be fit to start, and training adapts as you improve. Alongside strength, flexibility, and fitness, students often gain confidence, focus, and resilience. Training is guided by the core tenets of ITF Taekwon-Do: Courtesy, Integrity, Self-Control, and Indomitable Spirit.
If you are looking to get fitter, learn a practical martial art, or join a friendly local club in Hove, new students are always welcome to come along and try a class.
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