Mission Statement

Taekwon Do is the world's most powerful form of Martial Art and is therefore an excellent form of self defence. The world is now a place where having some knowledge of self-defence is almost a required life skill what with the increase in bullying, mugging and general street crime. Although Taekwon Do is about self defence in a practical sense, this is by no means what it is only about.

Some of the skills that you learn are about avoiding danger in the first place. Even though you may be an expert in Taekwon Do and able to tackle multiple attackers, would it not be better for you if you could avoid a confrontation situation in the first place? Taekwon Do can help you develop this skill so that you can stay safe.

The BUTF was formed with the commitment to deliver pure Taekwon Do as it was initially envisaged by the founder General Choi Hong Hi - 9th Dan. The unadulterated approach provides an excellent platform for self-defence coupled to a level of personal fitness seldom attained in other sporting activities. Offshoots of our training programs are increased mental strength and self-confidence.

Taekwon Do's evolution over the years has lead to the development a competition section along sporting lines to provide its practitioners an arena in which to demonstrate their acquired skills. In accordance the BUTF annually provides several major tournaments for its' members along with representing the UK in many overseas tournaments.

Frequently, students possessing the raw talents are developed into World Champions by the BUTF. In all other instances the training program helps hone skills with the result of making the practitioner a fitter martial artist and a better person.

A key factor of our competitions is fairness. You would be extremely hard pressed to find any tournaments that are run as efficiently and fairly as ours. This fairness is reflected in the fact that the best competitor on the day always triumphs with others enjoying a safe and satisfying event.

As a beginner you will find that the BUTF are welcoming and accommodating. You need have had no previous knowledge of any martial art or sport in order to start your training with us. Our instructors teach the basics and, by practicing and refining them it becomes easy for you to learn and progress. Progression is measured by success in the grading exams that reflect the level of advancement in training.

The BUTF has just celebrated its 21st year of operation. If a student is to progress and maybe one day become expert in Taekwon Do then stability is vital. The BUTF's schools have very long term views about delivering quality tuition to its students.

In closing, I would candidly state that all are welcome by the BUTF in their quest for physical and mental development whilst acquiring an unparalleled protective skill.