About West Midlands Tae Kwon-Do
Founded in 1988, West Midlands Tae Kwon-Do was established to teach traditional martial arts while supporting the development of life skills within the local community. From humble beginnings with just two clubs in Dudley and Kidderminster, under the leadership of World Master Vince Farquharson (7th Degree Black Belt), we’ve grown into a respected organisation with clubs across the West Midlands.
Over the last 30+ years, World Master Farquharson has helped his students become successful instructors and club leaders. Today, West Midlands Tae Kwon-Do boasts a combined teaching experience of over 75 years, with a team of male and female instructors ready to support your journey in martial arts and self-improvement.
What We Offer
At West Midlands Tae Kwon-Do, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and high-quality learning environment:
- All instructors are DBS checked, First Aid trained, safeguarding certified, and fully insured.
- We offer a unique unlimited training experience – train at any affiliated club and learn from a range of expert instructors.
- Classes are designed to improve both physical fitness and mental well-being.
- We welcome all ages and abilities – whether you're a complete beginner or aiming for your black belt.
Why Train With Us?
We’re more than just a martial arts club. We're a community focused on personal development and resilience. Whether you want to:
- Get fitter
- Build confidence
- Learn self-defence
- Achieve a new personal goal
We’re here to support you every step of the way. Progress is personal – and every journey starts with taking that first step.
Who We Are
West Midlands Tae Kwon-Do is proudly affiliated with:
- The Tae Kwon-Do Association of Great Britain (TAGB)
- The British Tae Kwon-Do Council (BTC)
Both are recognised by Sport England, giving you access to high-quality training, national standards, and global opportunities.
Our students have the chance to:
- Train with the Team GB Tae Kwon-Do squad
- Compete nationally and internationally
- Learn under Grand Master Kenny Walton, 9th Degree Black Belt and undefeated Team GB Coach
What You’ll Learn
Our structured curriculum builds strong foundations first, ensuring you feel confident and safe:
- Fundamental techniques: stances, balance, coordination
- Self-defence: basic to advanced defensive techniques
- Theory + application: understand why techniques work
- Sparring: optional progression into competitive Tae Kwon-Do
- Advanced skills: escapes, locks, grabs, high kicks, and more