Fortitude Martial Arts Academy

WINTER COMPETITION
2024-11-17 09:00 - 18:30 UTC | East Grinstead Sports Club, East Grinstead Sports Club, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 4JU, United Kingdom
Dear Student / Parent

We are excited to be inviting you to our Winter Competition on Sunday 17th November 2024.
Participating in our winter competition can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Bring your friends and family to enjoy this exciting event together.
Let’s come together to celebrate our shared passion for Taekwon-Do and make this winter competition a memorable experience for everyone!
BLOG – Why Compete? a great read​
REGISTRATION

Sunday 17th November

9.00am for White to Green Stripe Belt Junior Students (5-12 years)
11.45am for Green to Black Belt Junior Students (5-12 years)
2.45pm for all Belts (13-17 years and Adults ONLY)

VENUE
East Grinstead Sports Club
Saint Hill Road
East Grinstead
RH19 4JU
ALL JUNIOR STUDENTS WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL FOR PARTICIPATION

There will be gold medals for 1st place, Silver for 2nd and Bronze for 3rd place. The exception to this is Flying Kicks and Power where a gold medal is available to win only. Unless there are only two competitors left for more than three attempts for GOLD then both competitors will receive the medal. Or a silver will be given to the clear runner up.
Competition Entry Fee: £25 per student and includes all events:

Patterns
Sparring
Flying Side Kick (Junior ONLY)
Flying High Kick
Power (13 – 17-year-old and Adult ONLY)

Entry Deadline is 15th November – Entries on the day will be charged at £30
Disclaimer:
Whilst NTA UK will ensure a high standard of safety in its competition, by entering this competition you acknowledge that there is an element of risk and that competitors could still sustain an injury. Knowing this you accept these conditions and voluntarily agree to assume this risk.
PLEASE ONLY PARTICIPATE IF FIT & WELL TO DO SO.
Junior Competition Guidelines Junior Competition Guidelines.pdf

MASTER TECHNICAL SEMINAR & BLACK BELT PRE-GRADING
2024-10-13 10:00 - 16:30 | Lingfield Prep School, Racecourse Road, Lingfield, United Kingdom, RH7 6PH, United Kingdom
Master Technical Seminar Overview

Eligibility: Open to NTA UK associated students from blue belt and above.
Focus Areas:

Patterns: Emphasising the correct application of the theory of power.
One-Step Sparring: A key fundamental element of Taekwon-Do.
Moral Culture & Etiquette: Insights from Master Hodson on Taekwon-Do’s deeper values.

Seminar Structure

Duration: 6 hours total.

First 4 hours: Open to all eligible students for training.
Last 2 hours: Reserved for 1st Kups and Black Belts who are pre-grading.

Pre-Grading Session

Participants: Only for students aiming for 1st Degree or higher.

Must be pre-assessed and invited by their instructors.

Preparation:

Bring your draft thesis (details in your Student Handbook).
Ensure you have the 2022 version of the Student Handbook which highlights the black belt grading guide (available in the shop if needed).

Additional Information

Lunch Break: A 30-minute break around midday.
Dress Code: Full Do-Boks only – no exceptions.
Wishing Success: Best of luck to those pre-grading, and we look forward to seeing you!

SQUAD SESSION
2024-10-12 15:30 - 18:30 | Lingfield Prep School, Racecourse Road, Lingfield, United Kingdom, RH7 6PH, United Kingdom
You are invited to join our upcoming squad training session, scheduled for Saturday, 12th October, at Lingfield Prep School, RH7 6PH, from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm. To secure your spot, kindly make your reservation through the provided link. These sessions are designed for students aged 9 and above who are eager to enhance their skills through additional training.

In addition to honing your abilities, these sessions serve as excellent preparation for our NTA UK Interhouse Competition, scheduled for 17th November 2024. We strongly encourage squad members to also participate in open competitions to further challenge themselves. Check out the details on our events page, specifically the open competitions section: Events
Our commitment to your growth extends beyond the monthly squad sessions. Regular attendance not only prepares you for our academy competitions but also positions you to partake in external tournaments we have been invited to. For a comprehensive list, visit our events page here: NTA UK Events.
We are thrilled to announce that squad training sessions will be a monthly occurrence, providing you with ample opportunities to refine your skills and gear up for competitions. Dedication to these sessions could also lead to the exciting chance to represent our academy in competitive events.
Your journey in Taekwondo is our shared passion, and we eagerly anticipate your presence at the upcoming squad training session.
See you on the mats!
Taekwon
Master Hodson
President National Taekwondo Alliance UK
Founder Fortitude Academy

INSTRUCTORS COURSE - LEVEL 1
2024-09-15 09:00 - 17:00 | East Grinstead Dojang, Fortitude Academy - Literary & Social Institute,, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1BG, United Kingdom
An invitation to instructors, assistants, and students.
The course will cover:
Taekwon-Do Instructor

Tenets & Oath
Code of Conduct
Knowledge & Skill
7 Habits of Highly Effective Instructor

Communication

Physiology / Tonality / Words
How to praise
Do’s and Don’ts
Language Skills

Teaching

Visual
Audtiory
Kinaesthetic
Taekwon-Do Syllabus

Lesson Planning

​Class formats – Ninjas, Dragons, Juniors and Seniors (Teens and Adults)
Warm Ups
Warm Downs
Games
Announcements

Safeguarding & Risk Assessment
Personal Development
You will have a work book to work from and will receive a certificate.

SQUAD SESSION
2024-09-07 15:30 - 18:30 | Lingfield Prep School, Racecourse Road, Lingfield, United Kingdom, RH7 6PH, United Kingdom
You are invited to join our upcoming squad training session, scheduled for Saturday, 7th September, at Lingfield Prep School, RH7 6PH, from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm. To secure your spot, kindly make your reservation through the provided link. These sessions are designed for students aged 9 and above who are eager to enhance their skills through additional training.

In addition to honing your abilities, these sessions serve as excellent preparation for our NTA UK Interhouse Competition, scheduled for 17th November 2024. We strongly encourage squad members to also participate in open competitions to further challenge themselves. Check out the details on our events page, specifically the open competitions section: Events
Our commitment to your growth extends beyond the monthly squad sessions. Regular attendance not only prepares you for our academy competitions but also positions you to partake in external tournaments we have been invited to. For a comprehensive list, visit our events page here: NTA UK Events.
We are thrilled to announce that squad training sessions will be a monthly occurrence, providing you with ample opportunities to refine your skills and gear up for competitions. Dedication to these sessions could also lead to the exciting chance to represent our academy in competitive events.
Your journey in Taekwondo is our shared passion, and we eagerly anticipate your presence at the upcoming squad training session.
See you on the mats!
Taekwon
Master Hodson
President National Taekwondo Alliance UK
Founder Fortitude Academy

SQUAD SESSION
2024-07-27 15:30 - 18:30 | Lingfield Prep School, Racecourse Road, Lingfield, United Kingdom, RH7 6PH, United Kingdom
You are invited to join our upcoming squad training session, scheduled for Saturday, 27th July, at Lingfield Prep School, RH7 6PH, from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm. To secure your spot, kindly make your reservation through the provided link. These sessions are designed for students aged 9 and above who are eager to enhance their skills through additional training.
In addition to honing your abilities, these sessions serve as excellent preparation for our NTA UK Interhouse Competition, scheduled for 17th November 2024. We strongly encourage squad members to also participate in open competitions to further challenge themselves. Check out the details on our events page, specifically the open competitions section: Events

Our commitment to your growth extends beyond the monthly squad sessions. Regular attendance not only prepares you for our academy competitions but also positions you to partake in external tournaments we have been invited to. For a comprehensive list, visit our events page here: NTA UK Events.
We are thrilled to announce that squad training sessions will be a monthly occurrence, providing you with ample opportunities to refine your skills and gear up for competitions. Dedication to these sessions could also lead to the exciting chance to represent our academy in competitive events.
Your journey in Taekwondo is our shared passion, and we eagerly anticipate your presence at the upcoming squad training session.
See you on the mats!
Taekwon
Master Hodson
President National Taekwondo Alliance UK
Founder Fortitude Academy

SELF DEFENCE SEMINAR
2024-06-16 10:00 - 12:00 | East Grinstead Dojang, Fortitude Academy - Literary & Social Institute,, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1BG, United Kingdom
A morning with GM VAn de Mortel specialising in self defence.
This ticket is for members aged over 13 years . This seminar starts at 10am and finishes at 12pm.

WORLD CLASS SPARRING SKILLS & DRILLS
2024-06-15 12:00 - 17:30 | East Grinstead Sports Club, East Grinstead Sports Club, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 4JU, United Kingdom
In association with Black Belt Interviews Podcast, it is with great pleasure we announce the following seminar with World Class Sparring Coach GM Willy Van de Mortel. GM Van de Mortel needs no formal introduction as he is known around the World as the coach to World and European Champions.
He is in constant demand for his skills and knowledge which is why we are so delighted to be hosting the seminars here in East Grinstead.
Please put this date in your diary as one not to be missed, there will be so much to learn at this World Class Seminar.
Open to NTA UK members, and invited non members.
Take your sparring to the next level !!
Venue: East Grinstead Sports Club, Saint Hill Road, East Grinstead RH19 4JU

Spring Competition 2024
2024-05-12 09:00 - 18:00 | East Grinstead Sports Club, East Grinstead Sports Club, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 4JU, United Kingdom
Dear Student / Parent

We are excited to be inviting you to our Spring Competition on Sunday 12th May 2024. We hope very much that we can see you there, looking to earn a medal / trophy or two!
REGISTRATION
Sunday 12th May

9.00am for White to Green Stripe Belt Junior Students (5-12 years)
11.45am for Green to Black Belt Junior Students (5-12 years)
2.45pm for all Belts (13-17 years and Adults ONLY)

VENUE
East Grinstead Sports Club
Saint Hill Road
East Grinstead
RH19 4JU
ALL JUNIOR STUDENTS WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL FOR PARTICIPATION

There will be gold medals for 1st place, Silver for 2nd and Bronze for 3rd place. The exception to this is Flying Kicks and Power where a gold medal is available to win only. Unless there are only two competitors left for more than three attempts for GOLD then both competitors will receive the medal. Or a silver will be given to the clear runner up.
Competition Entry Fee: £25 per student and includes all events:
Patterns
Sparring
Flying Side Kick (Junior ONLY)
Flying High Kick
Power (13 – 17-year-old and Adult ONLY)

Entry Deadline is 10th May – Entries on the day will be charged at £30

Disclaimer:
Whilst NTA UK will ensure a high standard of safety in its competition, by entering this competition you acknowledge that there is an element of risk and that competitors could still sustain an injury. Knowing this you accept these conditions and voluntarily agree to assume this risk.
PLEASE ONLY PARTICIPATE IF FIT & WELL TO DO SO.
Junior Competition Guidelines Junior Competition Guidelines.pdf

Technical Seminar with Master Hodson
2024-03-10 10:00 - 14:30 | Lingfield Prep School, Racecourse Road, Lingfield, United Kingdom, RH7 6PH, United Kingdom
The Master Technical Seminar is open to NTA UK students who hold a blue belt or higher. The focus will be on patterns, emphasizing the correct application of the theory of power, along with the practice of step sparring — essential elements of Taekwon-Do training. Master Hodson will also delve into the moral culture and etiquette of Taekwon-Do.
This official event requires participants to wear Full Do-Boks, ensuring a unified and professional appearance.
A 30-minute lunch break around midday provides students with an opportunity to rejuvenate before continuing with the seminar. Overall, this seminar is tailored to the needs of students in their training journey, covering both technical skills and the ethical principles of Taekwon-Do.

Squad Session
2024-03-09 15:30 - 18:30 | Lingfield Prep School, Racecourse Road, Lingfield, United Kingdom, RH7 6PH, United Kingdom
You are invited to our squad session on Saturday 9th March at the Lingfield Prep School, RH7 6PH, 3.30pm to 6.30pm, please book via the link invite. The sessions are open to every student aged 9 year + who wishes to participate in extra training to develop their skills.
These sessions are also good preparation for our NTA UK Interhouse Competition, the next one being schedule for 12th May 2024. On top of this we will encourage squaddies to attend open competitions that we have been invited to and you can see these via our events page, open competitions, click here for details Gradings, Events & Courses – Fortitude Martial Arts Academy (tkd4u.co.uk)
We will host squads every month giving students the opportunity to prepare for our competitions and open competitions should they wish to.
Students who regularly attend each session will be given the opportunity to be selected to compete.
We look forward to seeing you.
Taekwon
Master Hodson
President National Taekwondo Alliance UK
Founder Fortitude Academy
