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Traditional Taekwondo Training in Swindon 

North Wilts TKD offers friendly, progressive Taekwon-Do training for students aged 10 years and over.

Established in 2015 and part of Sovereign Taekwondo Organisation since 2020, we welcome beginners, families, experienced martial artists and advanced students.

Train in a supportive environment, improve your fitness and confidence, and progress through a traditional Chang Hon Taekwon-Do syllabus.

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Why Train with Us?

Our classes combine traditional Taekwon-Do with fitness, personal development and practical skills.

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Students train in patterns, sparring, self-defence, pad work, flexibility, conditioning and board breaking, with opportunities for regular gradings and competition at regional, national and international level.

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No previous martial arts experience is needed — just come ready to learn.

Family-Oriented

A welcoming and supportive environment where individuals and families can train, grow and enjoy Taekwon-Do together.

Home  Grown Champions

We are proud to develop our own students from beginners to confident martial artists and high-level competitors.

Professional Training

High-quality instruction delivered by experienced, qualified and insured instructors in a structured environment.

Fun Environment

Engaging, motivating classes that build confidence, fitness and skills in a positive atmosphere.

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Find a Class

From younger children taking their first steps in Taekwon-Do to adults, families and advanced students, there is a class to suit different ages and experience levels.

View all Kicking Bears Taekwondo and North Wilts TKD classes, training times and locations.

Meet Our Team

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Joint Chief Instructor

Paul Lolley IV Degree 

Paul, a 6th Degree Black Belt and Chief Instructor, is the founder of Sovereign TKD and serves as Memberships Manager for Taekwondo Council UK (our NGB), bringing over 20 years of martial arts experience across Karate and Tae Kwon Do, national competition success, and a well-rounded teaching approach with a particular passion for board breaking, self-defence, and training for the unknown.

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Joint Chief Instructor

Leanne Lolley V Degree

Leanne, a 5th Degree Black Belt and Chief Instructor, is a founder of Sovereign TKD and serves as CEO of Taekwon-Do Council UK (TCUK), bringing over two decades of Tae Kwon Do experience since starting in 2003, extensive national and regional competition success in patterns and sparring, a passion for fast-paced, high-energy training, and a strong commitment to delivering fun, engaging sessions while upholding the core traditions of ITF-style Taekwon-Do.

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Assistant Instructor

James Littleworth IV Degree

James, a 4th Degree Black Belt, is an endurance-focused instructor with experience completing multiple Ironman events, bringing a strong emphasis on high-intensity training, mental toughness, and elite-level conditioning to every session.

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Assistant Instructor

Menyee Doyle II Degree

Menyee, a 2nd Degree Black Belt, is the heart of the club — often known as everyone’s mum — approachable, supportive, and deeply dedicated to helping students of all ages feel confident, welcome, and motivated in their training.

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Professional Training

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Proud to Be Part of Swindon’s Sporting Community

North Wilts TKD is proud to work alongside the Swindon TKD Alliance and be part of the Swindon Sports Forum, supporting martial arts and sport within our local community.

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Our Story

North Wilts TKD was established in 2015 to provide high-quality traditional Taekwon-Do training in the local community.

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In 2020, North Wilts TKD became a founding club of Sovereign Taekwondo Organisation, helping to shape the wider organisation while giving our students access to a broader martial arts community, development opportunities, regular gradings and competition pathways.

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We train hard, support one another and welcome students with different goals — whether that means improving fitness, building confidence, reaching Black Belt or competing at the highest level.

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Competitive

For those aspiring to reach competitive standing, we offer guidance and training for national and international competitions, ensuring our students excel.

Events

Engage in our various events that promote camaraderie and the spirit of Taekwondo, enhancing the overall experience for students and families alike.

Community

Sovereign Taekwondo embraces a family-oriented atmosphere where both students and their families can connect and share their passion for martial arts at every level.

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Ready to Start?

Whether you are completely new to Taekwon-Do, returning to training or looking for your next challenge, we would love to welcome you.

Explore our classes for younger students, adults, families and advanced grades, then find the training time and location that suits you.

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