"...If you are looking for your child to take up Taekwondo / self defence then this is the club to join..."
I am the proud parent of two students that attend the Bewdley/ Kidderminster schools of Taekwondo. Their instructor is Mr Russell Perks and is supported by several assistant instructors. Mr Perks and his team are all fully committed and encourage the children at all times, the instructors have a very child friendly approach and this encourages the kids to flourish and ultimately results in successful gradings and progression in the skills of Taekwondo.
My children have been attending Taekwondo from the age of four / five and I am extremely proud to say that they are both now 2nd dan black belts. The journey towards this achievement has been exciting, fun and hard work.
The friendships that have been formed along the way have resulted in some very fun times and social events that are organised by Mr Perks are always a big favourite with the kids. They have the opportunity to attend annual summer pool parties, the Halloween party is a must and the kids are awarded prizes for their efforts at the fancy dress a firework display finishes the event well and is enjoyed by parents and children.
During the year there are several other workshops running and the children always have the opportunity to participate, the workshops cover topics such as grappling, self defence, sparring and the safe use of various weapons. It has become a regular event for a fight night to be organised twice yearly and this builds confidence encouraging the children to use the skills they learn in class.
I would highly recommend Mr Perks and his team they are full of energy and drive, their commitment is always 100% and the look on the kids faces and the enjoyment that they get from their classes is proof enough that it is a successful club that achieves the desired results, all children are treated equals and with respect, Taekwondo teaches respect and discipline and this is a good discipline for the children and they respond well to it. I will end there but if you are looking for your child to take up Taekwondo / self defence then this is the club to join I can assure you it will be the right choice.
Sarah Thomas and Ian Thomas
Mum and Dad of Fletcher and Millie.
"...Two years on I am still enjoying it as much as the day I started..."
"Starting taekwondo has been one of the most rewarding things I've ever done! I had a six year period where I did no exercise and I decided I needed to do something to get fit. I'd always wanted to do a martial art, but at 30 I thought I was past it! I was asked to come along to a class at TKDSOE 'just to see' what it was like... Two years on I am still enjoying it as much as the day I started. I would recommend TKDSOE to anyone, any shape, any size. It amazed me how just about anyone can do it - my perception was 'only fit people can do that!'. And it's so much more than just fitness!
The motivation received from all the instructors is a massive plus! I have tried various other activities for fitness but I always got bored. The instructors keep everyone motivated, all of the time. I would wholeheartedly recommend this club to anyone who is contemplating getting fit, wants to start a martial art or even just to build self confidence!
Thank you TKDSOE!"
Daniel Barnes
"...His diabetic nurse has said his blood sugar has never been so regulated..."
We are the Dalziel family and all very proud yellow belts! We all started training 6 months ago because I (Sarah) bumped into Mr Perks outside the school. Me being the chatterbox I am, said are you the Tae Kwon Do instructor? I ended up in class the next night! Robbie and I started first but 2 weeks later Tom was right beside me in class and our fitness and health has never looked back.
Tom has been a diabetic since birth and has never been so well. His diabetic nurse has said his blood sugar has never been so regulated; this is due to the stone and a half he has lost and his increased fitness.
Robbie (age 6) was so shy when he started, (ask any instructor) but the day he stood up in front of 40 students, instructors and parents and counted in Korean will be a memory we will never forget. We were so proud. At school his teacher commented on his kindness, consideration and courtesy, this we feel is down to the 5 tenants of Tae Kwon Do. Robbie trains 4 times a week, this isn’t us making him! He knows what days he trains and makes us take him; he would train everyday if he could...watch out Mr Perks he’ll be after your job!
We have made what we feel are real friendships. Everyone from day one made us feel so welcome, everyone helps everyone else. It is one big Tae Kwon Do family! In 6 months we have gone from training once a week to 4 times a week, with Mr Perks, Mrs Wilkinson and Mr Barlow. We wouldn’t do that if we didn’t enjoy and have fun and see the real benefits from training in Tae Kwon Do.
Why not have a go, trust me you’ll never look back, we haven’t.
Sarah, Tom and Robbie Dalziel.
