The Dal Poon Academy is part of the European Tang Soo Do Federation headed by Master Suresh Nar (7th Degree Master Belt). The European Tang Soo Do Federation is affiliated to Grand Master Ki Yun Yi’s International Martial Arts Association (IMA) and is devoted to the study of Tang Soo Do which has roots dating back over 2000 years and teaches realistic self-defence techniques.
Master Young, our Head Instructor, is keen to maintain a family orientated Academy and supports and develops the Academy’s instructors. There are classes in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, The Scottish Borders, Durham and Finland. Tang Soo Do is suitable for all ages and abilities and teaches not only self-defence, but many life skills as well as being an excellent form of exercise to develop physical fitness, confidence, concentration and leadership. All of our instructors are endorsed by the IMA and Master Nar, have public liability insurance, are first aid certified and have an Enhances DBS (all available upon request) to ensure the safety of the students they teach.
Senior Belts Only (4th Gup & Above) 18:30 – 20:00
Black Belt and CDB (Every Other Sunday) 9:00 – 11:00
Eligible students 7:00 – 9:00
Be Loyal to your Leader
Obedience to Parents
Honour Friendship
Always Finish What You Start
In Fighting Choose With Sense and Honour
Integrity
Concentration
Perseverance
Respect and Obedience
Self Control
Humility
Indomitable Spirit
Master Young has had many classes throughout Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Middlesex and Surrey including classes within schools as part of the physical education syllabus.
Master Young has won several Gold medals at various World Championships and has had the privilege of being an integral part of several world champion winning creativity teams trained by Master Nar. He has also had the privilege of personally coaching the 2008 European Tang Soo Do Championship creativity Gold medal team.
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Bedford Athletics Rugby Club
Wentworth Drive
Bedford MK41 8QA
07591266614
Instructing since 2010 Mr Nick Hunter has enjoyed years of success for both himself and his growing number of students. Seeing students reach the level of black belt and continue on their journey has to be amongst the most fulfilling part of being an instructor.
Enjoying many successes over the years, winning a Variety of Gold, Silver and Bronze medals, highlights are: Team Uk- IMA World Championships-2014 Forms – Winning Team Team Uk- European Championships 2015 Sparring – Winning Team
Lakeview Village Hall
164 Brooklands Avenue
Wixams
Bedfordshire MK42 6BE
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Thurleigh Village Hall
27 High Street
Thurleigh
Bedfordshire MK44 2DB
07512935427
Master Campbell has been training for 17 years, rising through the ranks and winning various medals in numerous tournaments. Wilstead Tang Soo Do has been established for nearly 14 years training multiple students to reach attain their black belts with many going on to become instructors themselves.
The emphasis is on having fun whilst learning in a controlled environment. Adults and children(6+) are welcome.
Wilstead Village Hall
Cootton End Road
Wilstead
Bedfordshire MK43 9EU
01234 768954
One of the Dalpoon Academy’s newest classes on the Berry Wood Estate in Wootton is run by father and son team Paul and Sam with a combined 25 Years of Martial Arts Experience.
The classes are a lot of fun with a focus on fitness, technique, self defense and discipline. We encourage other families too get involved and train together
Wootton Community Center
Harris Way
Wootton
Bedford MK43 9FZ
07813659610
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Portfields Community Center
50 Wordsworth Ave
Newport Pagnell
MK41 8SB
07591266614
A weekly class for all senior belts (above 4th Gup Brown).Lead by Dalpoon Chief Instructor, Master Andy Young (6th Dan), this class focuses on more advanced technique and tougher physical exertion to prepare students up too black belt and beyond.
Wootton Community Center
Harris Way
Wootton
Bedford MK43 9FZ
Mr Pat Bradley has trained in Tang Soo Do for over 10 years, achieving 1st Dan Black Belt in 2010. Now a 3rd Dan, Pat runs a weekly class in Wootton Village Hall. The class encourages discipline, mutual respect, concentration and learning through fun and hard work. Suitable for ages from approx 6 upwards. The class has a good mix of ages and genders, with a high proportion of family groups attending on a weekly basis.
Wootton Village Hall
Church Road
Wootton
Bedford MK43 9EU
07917805863
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Ustinov College
Community Room
Durham DH1 4FL
Steeple Claydon Village Hall
Queen Catherine Road
Steeple Claydon
Buckinghamshire MK18 2PY
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Peltolan Koulu – Top Floor
Lappeenkatu 2
53100 Lappeenranta
Finland
+358 417 009 285
A bi-weekly class for all black belts and black belt candidates. Lead by Dalpoon Chief Instructor, Master Andy Young (6th Dan), the class begins with an hours outdoor run and physical before returning too the Do Jang for continued technical and physical training.
Wootton Community Center
Harris Way
Wootton
Bedford MK43 9FZ
This class, run every other week is for students who are within 1 year of attaining either their first or next black belt. The two hour session is run outside all year, no matter the weather and involves running, PT, and technical training. It is lead by the Dalpoon Chief Instructor and 6th Dan Master Andy Young.
Steeple Claydon
Buckinghamshire