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Following the government announcement on 12 March on the closure of schools, colleges and childcare facilities in the Republic of Ireland in an effort to control the spread of Covid-19, and the subsequent decision by Tae Kwon-Do Ireland clubs to suspend classes until further notice, the TKDI Trustees have taken the following decision: The Preliminary Black Belt grading scheduled for Friday 10th April has been postponed until further notice Furthermore, the 2020 Black Belt

Crosshaven Instructor Mr Tommy Burns was honoured at this years’ CMAP Awards last Saturday night (1st February) receiving the “Community Spirit” award in recognition for his continued contributions to the Tae Kwon-Do community across Cork. The 4th Degree septuagenarian is an inspiration to the younger generation and an encyclopaedia of knowledge and history to those lucky enough to keep his company. No matter the day, event or group Mr Burns will attend and support Tae Kwon

On Friday 12th April members of TKDI came together in the Metropole Hotel to celebrate with Mr Greg Desmond on his Cork Indoor Sports Award for 2019. Mr. Desmond (Bishopstown TKD) was recognised not only for his dedication to the art of Tae Kwon-Do but also for his tireless fundraising skills which saw over €7000 raised for Bishopstown competitors at the 2018 World Championships in Birmingham. His work continues with raffles and generous donations from his jewelers in Bandon.

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Seamus O Dowd is a 6th Dan in Shotokan Karate -Do. SKIF. Seamus has been an medalist at home and internationally for many years and training in his art for nearly 35 years. He is an an instructor/ teacher in Bo-Jutsu, the use of the long staff here in Ireland and around the world. We are delighted to announce a seminar in Bo Jutsu and Sparring with Seamus on Sunday 3rd March. It will run from 10.00am to 2.00pm. This seminar is open to anyone 12 years and older who would like

A busy weekend for TKDI students on both side of the water as TKDI students from across the country attended The Open Martial Arts Intervarsity in CIT, the National Student Tae Kwon-Do Championships in Manchester and Ballincollig Tae Kwon-Do School’s annual junior tournament. DIT TKDI had a good showing at the Open Martial Arts Intervarsity in CIT on February 2nd. First up was Seán O’Connor, who won gold in black belt patterns and black belt point sparring, and lost a close

NUIG TKD is proud to announce that we will be hosting a teaching seminar ran by three prolific Taekwondo practitioners on 17th of February 2019. The aim of the seminar is to upskill instructors and share experiences. It will be a wonderful opportunity for people of all Taekwondo backgrounds to come together to celebrate their passion as well as exchange knowledge and compare styles. The seminar shall cover three aspects of Taekwondo with one section focusing on the traditio

On Friday 28th December TKDI teens descended upon the Leisureplex on MacCurtain Street for the annual TKDI Teen Party. Quasar Laser Tag and Bowling were enjoyed by all - under the watchful eye of Leisureplex staff and club instructors. Once again, we thank Ms Catherine O'Boyle for taking such good care of our juniors - all went home happy, fed and with a super spot prize!!

A wonderful article in today's Echo (11/12/18) on the indomitable Mr. Tommy Burns of Crosshaven TKDI. His courage, honestly and fighting spirit is an inspiration to us all! Be sure to check it out on www.eveningecho.ie/corksport

Students from Ballincollig, Bishopstown, Frankfield, Carrigaline, Ballinora and Ballintemple gathered last Friday 7th December for the annual Junior Christmas Party in Chuckies on Sarsfield Rd. Many thanks to Ms Catherine O'Boyle for once again organising a very enjoyable night for all our juniors, and to Helen and all the staff in Chuckies Playzone for taking such good care of us. And finally, a massive thank you to all helpers on the night - we couldn't have done it witho

On Wednesday 22nd August the Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Mick Finn hosted a reception for the participants of the TI World Championships in Birmingham and ITF World Championships in Argentina. He commended all those who traveled and encourged everyone to keep up their training, as he would follow our progress in to the coming year. It was a thrill for both our junior and senior competitors, with TI World Champion Gar Fleming even getting a sneaky spar in with the man himself!!

In their latest fundraising event Bishopstown TKDI was kindly joined by internationally renound Shotokan Karate SKIF Sensei Seamus O'Dowd for a morning of Bo Staff instruction. TKDI practitioners were joined by friends from UTI Blarney and martial artists from across the city. As you can see by the photographs, a fun and informative morning was had by all and we look forward to welcoming Sensei Seamus back to Cork very soon. Os! For more photos, head over to the Bishopstow

No fears on Friday 13th April as the Cork Indoor Sports Association held their 56th Annual Awards Night. TKDI have been part of this association for many years and each year, the board of Tae Kwon-Do Ireland nominates a recipient for this prestigious award. Two ladies were honoured this year, Ms Marion Haussmann as the 2018 nominee, and Ms Catherine O'Boyle as the 2017 nominee - Ms O'Boyle was unable to attend the event last year. Ms. Catherine O'Boyle V Dan began her Taek

After the success of the last Table Quiz, Bishopstown TKDI is once again hosting a fun evening in the Market Tavern on Anglesea Street on FRIDAY 16th MARCH to kick off the St Patrick's Weekend festivities. I've spoken to Mr Greg Desmond who has assured me that he has lots of surprises up his sleeve for the evenings' entertainment and rumour has it that something quite special will be launched that night!! This Quiz is open to all friends, whether you train or not! Teenagers

Last night saw both instructors and students brave the rain and cold for the last of the TKDI Christmas celebrations. This years TKDI adult gathering was held in the Courtyard on Sober Lane, part of the Flying Enterprise Complex. There was craic and banter with plentiful food and a beverage to suit all tastes! Those that couldn't make it were toasted and thoughts already turned to a location for our annual TKDI summer gathering in July!! All were in agreement however - afte

Bowling, pool, spot prizes galore and more food than they could eat! The 60+ teens that attended the TKDI Christmas Teen Party at the Mardyke Entertainment Complex had a fun filled few hours that passed all too quickly! Many thanks to Mr Burns for organising what was another successful Christmas teen event!

TKDI COLOURING TALENT!!! We've had some amazing entries for our colouring competition this year!! Your pictures have been flying in and our elves have been busy sorting and scanning all the entries for our judges to view! It was REALLY REALLY hard to whittle it down to just 6 from the 100 entries we received!! We've really enjoyed looking at all your pictures and we hope you enjoyed colouring them in! Huge congratulations to our prize winners! We'll have more competitions in

Friday 8th December saw the annual gathering of our TKDI Juniors for their Christmas Party. There were slides, ball fights and a mechanical bull to keep all Tae-Kwon-Doians happy and busy from 6-8pm. All kids left happy with a selection box from their instructor. Huge thanks to Ms Catherine O'Boyle for all her hard work again this year in what was another great night for our juniors!