ITF-England

Euros - Date Change URGENT

2012-01-30T14:20:00.001Z

Dear All

We have been informed this morning that the date for the forthcoming European Championships being held in Bulgaria in April has now been changed to 14th May.

Please find below the official notification from the Bulgarian Federation of TKD

Grand Masters, Senior Masters, Masters and NGB Presidents,

It is with regret that we have to inform you that due to the change of dates for the Olympic qualifications to obtain quotas for London 2012, for Bulgaria's national teams in volleyball, gymnastics and wrestling, which now coincide with the announced dates for the European Taekwon-do championship, we have been told that our contract for using "Armeec" sports hall has been terminated.

We sincerely regret this inconvenience to you all, including the huge problem that has been created for us as organizers, but we believe that you will understand the dilemma that we have faced, and together with your help, we will do our best to overcome this unpleasant situation.
...
After consultation with the EITF HQ and ITF HQ, and new negotiations with the Ministry of Sports for the Republic of Bulgaria, It has been decided that the European Taekwon-do Championships will need to be re- scheduled – from 14th till 20th of May 2012

We can assure you, that the Bulgarian Taekwon-do Federation will do everything within its power to organize a unique European Championship, although we are not an Olympic sport we intend to prove that in technical, sports and organizing level we have achieved is of a standard that is equal to any Olympic event, due to our years of development.

In closing, we apologise for any inconvenience this may cause you, and would appreciate your help and understanding in this matter.

Yours in Taekwon-do
Mario Bogdanov
Bulgarian Taekwon-Do Federation ITF

With some luck I have the flights on hold and have not paid over any deposit to the Airline.

We are aware that the change of date may now impact on the availability of the Squad who were due to attend and maybe some of you who were unable to commit. We would ask you all to please let me know if you are still able and willing to go, or if you would like to now be considered.

Anyone who has already paid and is not now able to go will of course be refunded their deposit.

We ask that you bear with us until we have all the details and facts concerning the new arrangements.

Carrie King
ITF England
Coaching Staff Administration Secretary

Team Selections For Europeans

2012-01-24T15:04:00.000Z

ITF England Squad

Senior Females		Senior Males
Laura Orgill		Johnnie Chan
Jenny Nsunta		Ricky De-Winton
Kirsty Miller		Carl Davis
Katie Oliff		Gary Bonser
Laura Reeves		Michael Maguire
Danielle Williams		Max Woollen
Charlotte McDermott
Annabel Lock*

Veteran Females		Veteran Males
Alison Longhurst		Paul Cain
Lyn Ryde		Richard Hamilton
Adel Osbourne		Simon Hadlow
		Philip Taverner

Junior Females		Junior Males
Paris Carbonari		Ben Dale
Jade Doran		Rylan Taylor
		Jamie Johnson
		Ryan Maguire
		Hugo Johnson

Childrens Divisions
Flavia Johnson
Tamara Johnson
Sulaimaan Lim
Sam Reeves
Haytham Labari

Congratulations to you all, and well done on selections. Now, heads down and work hard only 88 Days until the start of the competition.

*awaiting confirmation

Euros - Provisional Costing

2012-01-18T14:11:00.001Z

Dear All

Please find below an approximate costing for the forthcoming European Championships. The dates are 23rd – 30th April 2012.

Flights £145

Insurance £ 40

Accommodation é 560 (£470)

Entry fee é 100 (£83)

Total £738 – dependent on the cost of flights when booked.

We are asking for £300 deposit this week in order to confirm your availability and interest.

The Coaching staff will make the final selection from those who have expressed an interest and paid their deposit. The paying of a deposit does not guarantee your place and this will be refunded if you are unsuccessful in selection.

Kind regards

Carrie King
ITF England
Coaching Staff Administration Secretary

2012 Tournament Selection

2012-01-04T14:42:00.002Z

First Squad session of 2012 - is Sunday the 8th at the John Madejski Sports Hall, Northumberland Avenue, Reading, RG2 8DF. Arrive 9am for a 9.30am start.If you want to be considered for a place to the European or World Championships you must attend.So see you all there.....

2012 Training Dates

2011-12-07T12:14:00.001Z

Dear All

I have now booked the training dates for 2012 and they are as follows :

8th Jan

22nd Jan

5th Feb

19th Feb

4th Mar

25th Mar

1st April

15th April

13th May

10th June

17th June

1st July

15th July

29th July

16th Sept

7th Oct

21st Oct

11th Nov

9th Dec

Additional dates may be added, the ITF England web site will be kept up to date. Please note that if you are unable to attend the training dates you must let Mr Clark know in advance.

The dates for the European Championships are 22nd – 29th April and the Junior and Veteran Worlds are 13th – 19th Aug.

I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a very Happy 2012.

Carrie King
ITF England
Coaching Staff Administration Secretary

Squad Training

2011-11-22T17:45:00.001Z

Dear All

The last squad training session for 2011 is Sunday 4th Dec, normal times and venue at Reading. If you cannot make this session please let Mr Clark know in advance.

We will then return in 2012 on Sunday 8th Jan

I have also attached the results from the recent McCloy Fitness test.

The selection for the forthcoming Euros has now begun with the Coaches making initial decisions. Due to inconsistent attendance it will not be possible to name a squad before the end of Dec as had been hoped.

Instead, full selection will be made in Jan. If you wish to be considered for selection we will be looking for a deposit of £210 towards the flight and insurance and 200 Euros deposit for the accommodation. We cannot guarantee the costs of the flights at the moment as the price will rise.

Provisional costings will be approx £750

Kind regards

Carrie King

Training Date Change

2011-11-22T15:28:00.001Z

Dear All,The final Squad Training date for 2012 will be the 4th December and not the 11th December as previously shown on the calender. Please make sure every one is aware of this change as it is crucial all those wishing to attend the 2012 European Championships attend, or let the coaching staff know you will be abscent but still wish to be considered for places. Full details for selections for the April Tournament will be given out at this final session.RegardsITF England Coaching Staff

ITF World Championship Pictures

2011-09-28T05:15:00.000+01:00

Pictures from the recent ITF Worlds Championships in DPR Korea have now been added to the gallery.

ITF England Administration

Squad Training 2nd Oct

2011-09-27T22:51:00.001+01:00

Dear All

A quick reminder of the next Squad Training session this Sun 2nd Oct.

Please remember your skipping ropes and trainers. If you are unable to make it you must let Mr Clark or Mr Taverner know. Selections for the forthcoming European Championships are now underway.

Four Nations

There will also be an additional training session for any UKTA Black Belts who wish to be considered for the Four Nations on 29th Oct. This will be from 12.30 – 2pm and will cost £10.

Kind regards

Carrie King

Results from the Senior World Championships

2011-09-20T14:38:00.000+01:00

With only three competitors entered in this tournament, and the hosts being DPR Korea, our chances of winning the overall were always pretty slim.

Our competitors travelled the long and arduous journey from London to Manchester(Dont ask), Manchester to Amsterdam, Amsterdam to Beijing, Beijing to Pyongyang.... but arrived in good spirits.

Johnnie Chan, competed in IV Dan Pattern, Sparring -85Kg, and Power Test.
Damian Smith, competed in III Dan Pattern and Sparring -78Kg
Finally doing it for the girls, Valentina Iotchkova, competed in II Dan Pattern, Sparring -57Kg and Power Test.

The tournament was, as expected, a real spectacle, and surprisingly well attend by many countries.

All three of our competitor performed well in each of their disciplines, with strong patterns performances from Johnnie and Valentina and competant Sparring from Damian is his first outing for ITF England. The best success for England went to Valentina picking up a Bronze in Power Test, and only a few points off the Gold.

Well done to them all for their hard work and a special thanks to Carrie for helping get them there.

Now onwards and upwards now with a large ITF England showing at the next Europeans....

Regards

ITF England Coaching Staff

Email addresses

2011-09-20T14:21:00.003+01:00

Fancy having yourname@itf-england.co.uk

For those registered and active members interested. You can now have an ITF England email address for use when contacting sponsors, sending off newspapper articles, or just chatting to friends from other national teams.

If your interested please talk to Carrie at the next squad training session for you account to be set up

Regards

ITF England Coaching Administration

Squad Training - Sept 18th

2011-09-14T19:55:00.000+01:00

Dear All

A reminder that the next Squad Training session is this coming Sun 18th Sept in Reading, normal times. We will be welcoming back those who recently attended the World Championships in North Korea.

Please ensure that you bring a skipping rope and your trainers.

This session will begin the selection process for the forthcoming European Championships being held in Bulgaria in 2012. The dates are confirmed as 23rd – 29th April 2012.

If you are unable to make the session you must let either Mr Clark or Mr Taverner know beforehand.

Carrie King

Ross Minter Boxing Master Class

2011-08-12T13:54:00.003+01:00

Ross Minters Boxing Master Class, This Sunday.

Ross Minter is a World Class Boxer, who has now turned to Coaching and Management. Ross will be tayloring this Boxing Master Class to get the best out of your Taekwon-Do sparring, speeding up your hand techniques and improving those guards.

admin@itf-england.co.uk

Training Reminder

2011-08-04T06:45:00.002+01:00

Dear All

A reminder that there is Squad training this Sun, normal times, at Reading. Please make sure that you bring skipping ropes, trainers and focus pads if you have one.

If you are unable to make this session please let Mr Clark or Mr Taverner know as soon as possible as preparations are now starting for the 2012 European Championships.

I will also be taking final payments for the forthcoming Boxing Master Class on Sun 14th Aug. The price is £10 for Registered members and £15 for non. All cheques made payable to ITF England or cash.

Kind regards

Carrie

Competition Postponed

2011-07-30T00:28:00.000+01:00

Dear All

Just a reminder to you that the competition tomorrow in Hereford has been postponed due to low attendance.

As soon as a date has been re scheduled we will let you know.

If you are aware of anyone who was intending to go, who may not be aware that it has been postponed, can you please pass this message on.

Thank you

Carrie

Squad Training

2011-07-28T08:03:00.001+01:00

Next training session is the 7th August, John Madjeski Academy, Reading - arrive 910 for 930 start.

Registered Squad Members, please let us know if you are unable to attend as perparations for the 2012 European Championships will start soon.

Regards

ITF England Coaching Staff

Boxing Master Class

2011-07-28T07:47:00.002+01:00

Places are filling up for Ross Minters Boxing Master Class, if you haven't got your name down your going to miss out.

Ross Minter is a World Class Boxer, who has now turned to Coaching and Management. Ross will be tayloring this Boxing Master Class to get the best out of your Taekwon-Do sparring, speeding up your hand techniques and improving those guards.

Contact Carrie to secure a place

admin@itf-england.co.uk

Postponed Training

2011-06-27T06:29:00.003+01:00

Due to the interest levels within the squad to enter the London Open Teakwon-Do Championships on the 10th July, we have decided to postpone this squad training session which had been planned for this date.

We will try and add this session back into the calender at some point.

For those of you unaware of this competiton here is the website.

We look forward to seeing you all on the mat.

Regards

ITF England Coaching Staff

ITF England Blog on your Phone

2011-06-23T11:53:00.001+01:00

This Blog has now been setup for viewing on you mobile phone, so now you have even less excuses about not staying up to date with ITF England news.

Try adding it to your favourites

ITF England Championships

2011-06-23T11:19:00.003+01:00

Dear Squad,

Please find below a copy of the entry form for the forth coming ITF England Championships.

Regards

ITF England Admin

Squad Update

2011-06-22T08:49:00.002+01:00

Dear All

Just a reminder that there is squad training this Sunday at JM Academy, Reading 9.30am – 12.30pm. Please make sure that you take a skipping rope and a focus pad. If you are unable to make this session please ensure that you let Mr Clark know. Even if you are not preparing for the next International Championships please attend so that you can support those who are – please remember that we train as a squad and support all members.

I have also attached a flyer and entry form for the forthcoming Taekwon Do Championships being held on July 30th in Hereford. This is a fund raising event for us so please sure that you attend and encourage anyone else interested to do so. It is open to all Competitors.

Carrie King

ITF England Coaching Staff Admin

Spark Action Portraits

2011-06-21T18:11:00.005+01:00

Dear All

Please find attached a flyer from Spark Action Portraits, these photos that will be available at the London Open on 10th July at a special price for Squad Members.

Regards

Carrie

European 2011 Photos

2011-04-06T22:46:00.000+01:00

Pictures now fully loaded in to the Gallery

Philipos Alexandros Open Greece

2011-04-06T15:24:00.002+01:00

Dear All

We have been invited to attend the Philipos Alexandros Open In Thessaloniki from 6 – 8 May

I have attached the poster and entry form to this e mail. The competition is open to all over 14 years old and green belt and above.

If you are interested in attending this event, then please let Mr Clark know. If there is enough interest Mr Taverner and myself will attend as well.

You will need to book your own flights for this. The departure will have to be on Weds 4th May, returning on Mon 8th May as these are the only viable flights. Currently Ryannair have flights from Stanstead costing £36, plus their additional charges!

The entry fee will be 25 Euros and your accommodation (bed and breakfast) 175, giving a total cost of 200 Euros.

Either you can submit your own application form (attached) or we will do so on your behalf.

Please let Mr Clark know if you would like to attend as soon as possible. The closing date for entries is 20th April, but be aware that the flight price will increase as the departure gets closer.

Kind regards

Carrie

2011 European Championships

2011-03-29T15:39:00.003+01:00

A Promotional Team Picture is now available on the website

Squad training

2011-03-29T08:37:00.002+01:00

Dear All

A quick reminder that there is squad training this Sunday 3rd April

For this week only the venue is

Cotswold Sports Centre

Downs Way

Tilehurst

Reading, Berkshire

RG31 6SP

Normal times!

Please let Mr Clark know if you are unable to attend this session

Carrie

Senior World Championships 2011

2011-03-08T12:17:00.003Z

Just a quick reminder that preperations for the next Senior Worlds Championships start now.

As you should all now be aware, these will take place in Pyong Yang, North Korea, from September 6th - 12th.

It is our wish to take out at least full men and womens teams to the event. Many have already expressed an interest, however if you have not yet done so and would like to be considered in the selection process please make us aware at the next squad training session (13th March Academy Sport Leisure Centre, Northumberland Avenue, Reading, RG2 8DF 9.30 - 12.30)

See you all soon

ITF England Coaching Staff

EITF European Championships

2011-01-25T17:11:00.001Z

The European Championships website is now up and running

http://tkd.ee/euro2011/

Worlds N Korea

2011-01-19T15:21:00.001Z

Dear All

We are currently beginning to make initial enquiries for the World Championships being held in North Korea in Sept 2011.

We would like to take a strong male and female adult team out to compete along with anyone who wishes to attend as a Spectator.

This is an unique opportunity to visit North Korea and we have been reassured by the Korean Government and Taekwon Do Association that our safety will be assured. The Taekwon Do Association have also confirmed that organised trips within North Korea will be arranged.

At the moment we do not have any pre costings, but it will not be a cheap trip. The flights, at present, are approx £800 - £900 and will depend on our route to North Korea.

The tournament dates are 6th –12th Sept but we will require at least 2 days either side for travelling.

As we will be taking a smaller squad out we will potentially be able to achieve more fund raising for the Competitors.

Can you please let me know if you are interested in attending these Championships in either capacity, this is not binding at present! But it will give us a rough idea as to how to proceed from here.

Thank you

Kind regards

Carrie King

Training

2011-01-13T07:34:00.001Z

Dear All

A reminder that this week's squad training is at the Park Inn at Didcot, normal times. Please can you ensure that you bring a pair of trainers with you.

The following sessions have also all been booked at Didcot

Sun 30/1

Sun 6/2

Sun 13/2

If you are unable to make this session then please let Mr Clark or Mr Taverner know.

Kind regards

Carrie King

Squad training

2010-12-31T08:29:00.002Z

Dear All

A reminder that the 1st training session of 2011 is this Sunday 2nd Jan at Park Club, Didcot. Training begins at 9.30am. Please ensure that you contact Mr Clark or Mr Taverner if you are unable to make it.

As this is the 1st session of the New Year please can you all bring in your completed Registration and medical forms. I have attached these to this e mail for you, they can also be downloaded from

www.itf-england.co.uk

The registration fee for 2011 is £25

As it is likely to be busy I will endeavour to arrive early so you can all register and weigh in before 9.30am

The training rates are as follows :

£10 per session for Registered students

£15 per session for non – registered students

The standing order will be reduced to £15 per month – this is optional but it will work out to be cheaper over 1 year and it will also mean it is easier to collect the subs on the day. An updated version of this form will be available on the web site as soon as possible.

Family rate – 2 family members must be registered to enjoy this benefit. Additional family members will then pay £5 per session.

Wishing you all a good New Year's Eve and a great 2011 – see you on Sunday !

Carrie King

ITF England Coaching Staff Admin

Odds for sale and coats!

2010-12-09T15:06:00.001Z

Dear All

I have had a sort out and have the following spares for sale:

Sasung dobok bottoms

A8 £10

A7 £10

A6 International suit £35

First come (with money!) first served.

I have now finalised the prices for the red coats and these will retail at £38 each. If you want to order 1 please can you let me know on Sunday and again payment in advance will be required.

These will be ideal for Estonia.

I will have a further range of sizes for you to try on.

Remember this Sunday is the last training session for 2010 and is important for selection for the forthcoming European selections – if you are unable to make it please let Mr Clark or Mr Taverner know.

Kind regards

Carrie King

ITF England Admin

Forthcoming European Championships 2011

2010-12-02T19:32:00.002Z

Dear ITF England Members,

Please note that the forthcoming National Squad session brings a close to a very hectic and extremely successful year, we would like to thank all of you for your commitment and hard work.

One year closing opens up to another, with International competitions throughout 2011!

Firstly we will be preparing for those selected for the European Championships in Estonia in Feb 2011.These selections will be finalized at the last training session of 2010, Sun 12th Dec.

It is therefore essential for everyone to attend.

It is our wish that ITF England have quality in its Team and Individual Events for these European Championships.

We are looking to fill the divisions with competitors who have the most relevant expertise and ability.

All players that wish to be selected must first indicate that they can commit time and funds to these Championships by registering a deposit, of £150, and letter of intent to us at the start of the selection on Sunday. Any individual not providing a deposit cannot be considered for selection this close to the registration deadline. Please note that issuing a deposit on the day will not secure your place for any selection, if you are not successful your deposit will be returned to you.

We look forward to seeing you all on the day and on behalf of the coaching staff good luck!

Carrie King

Admin

2010-11-02T14:35:00.000Z

Entry forms available on this new site

New European Childrens Championship 2011

2010-10-04T17:08:00.002+01:00

The first Childrens European Taekwon-Do Championship will take place on the first two days of the EITF Championships in Tallinn and the end of February 2011.

This event will be open to Red Belts and Black Belts, 10 to 12 years of age. It will include patterns, Red and Black Belts separate, and Sparring -125cm, -135cm, -145cm, -155cm and +155cm.

Anyone interested in competing should attend squad training to be considered. Please note at least one parent will be expected to travel with any competitor for this competition.

ITF-England coaching staff

European Championships 2010

2010-09-27T12:50:00.002+01:00

Selections for the 2010 European Taekwon-Do Championships starts now!

If you wish to be considered for Team or Individual places for this 2011 tournament then the next squad training session is October 3rd. We are looking to fill all available divisions this year in the 40+, 18 to 39 and 13 to 17 categories as well as those in the newly added -13 events.

Training will cost £10 and last 3 hours. It is open to all Taekwon-Do students, +10 years of age, Blue belt and over, although only 1st Dans above will be selected.

The session starts at 930am so arrive early.

Regards

ITF England Coaching Staff

PS: Remember if you are unable to attend a specific session, and wish to remain in the selection process, please let us know by text, phone, or email

Fundraising Event

2010-09-24T14:44:00.003+01:00

Dear All

The Member Groups of ITF England will be hosting a fund raising tournament on the 21st November. All proceeds will be used to fund ITF England competitors.

The Venue is;
Moulton College Sports Hall
Gate 4
West Street
Northampton
NN3 7RR

Plans are to include both 'Continuous' and 'Point Stop' divisions.

Entry Forms will be available soon...

World Championship Results Table

2010-09-24T11:34:00.001+01:00

EITF Championships

2010-09-07T08:17:00.002+01:00

EITF President, Senior Master Anto Nobilo has confirmed that it has been decided not to change the EITF decision made at Congress in Barletta, Italy on the venue for the European Chapionships for 2011. That means that the European Championship will be held in Tallinn in February 2011.

Note then that selections for this event will start in October.

ITF World Championship - Belarus (Final Day)

2010-08-28T13:27:00.002+01:00

Final results of the championships, Richard Hamilton gold power, Veteran men bronze in power. Veteran women gold in team sparring and gold in team power. Lorna Wright gold on power Lynda Langfield silver in power. Adel Osbourne gold in power. As Carrie would say ' That's all folks'

ITF World Championships - Belarus (Friday PM) cont...

2010-08-27T17:40:00.001+01:00

To finish the day on a high, James Gridley has help lead the Junior Boys to a Silver in the Special Technique. Thats all for the day now, hopefully everyone can get some well earned rest before Team Sparring and Power events tomorrow.

ITF World Championships - Belarus (Friday PM)

2010-08-27T14:34:00.004+01:00

Richard Hamilton has started his medal run this afternoon with a bronze in sparring, with the tough Slovenian taking gold. Lorna wright made it to the final in her sparring but had to settle for silver behind the Korea competitor.

Special technique for the juniors to start soon.

ITF World Championships - Belarus (Friday AM) cont..

2010-08-27T12:23:00.002+01:00

Lynda Langfield picked up another gold for her sparring division today as did steve Luker is his weight. While Phil Taverner has picked up a silver losing out to Russia in the final. It was also silver for Adel Osbourne after beating Canada to make the final in the gold veteran division.

ITF World Championships - Belarus (Friday AM)

2010-08-27T09:27:00.002+01:00

James Gridley finally shows the world his true potential, winning Gold in his sparring division, it was clearly worth the wait through the night. Next this morning will be the Veteran Sparring, so hopefully a few more medals to come.

A late result from yesterday, was a Bronze medal for Adel Osbourne and her attackers in the Female Veteran Self Defence routine.

ITF World Championships - Belarus (Thursday PM)

2010-08-26T15:55:00.002+01:00

The Boys appear to have had a little more success in the afternoon session. Luke Hucker has picked up a Bronze in what i have been told was a excellent semifinal bout. Dylan Hey made it through the first two rounds of his Division but had his progress halted by the Ukrainian. Max Welch is also out of his division leaving only James Gridley in the running. James has his first round bout completed, but now has to sit through the opening ceremony to see if he will be back on before the end of the day! If not he will continue his tournament tomorrow before the Veterans put on their gloves.

ITF World Championships - Belarus (Thursday AM)

2010-08-26T12:00:00.003+01:00

Today is the start of the Junior Individual Sparring and ITF England got off to a rough start with Katie Oliff drawing the North Korean, and Natalie up against the European Champion from Russia. Both fought well but did not manage to get through. Annie lock also failed to make it through her opening round.

Charlotte made it through her first round, but was narrowly beaten in her second, despite a superb performance.

Boys divisions to start after the lunch break.

ITF World Championships - Belarus (Wednesday PM)

2010-08-25T13:25:00.003+01:00

Straight on after lunch went the Male Veterans, and they continued what the Ladies had started in the morning. With Steve Luker and Wayne Higginson taking Gold in patterns and Philip Taverner picking up a Bronze. In the Team Events the Ladies also picked up the Gold and the men a bronze.

The juniors also continued on through their rounds, with Max Welch having to settle for the Bronze after meeting the Korean. Along with a Bronze from Katie Oliff in her division, losing out to the eventual winner from Ukraine.

Just the Self Defence Routines left today.

ITF World Championships - Belarus (Wednesday AM)

2010-08-25T12:26:00.002+01:00

After the customery late start to the proceedings, the tournament got underway with patterns.

So far the Veteran Ladies have made an excellent start. Lynda Langfield, Lorna Wright and Adel Osbourne have all taken Gold in their respective patterns divisions, with Maxene Higginson only narrowly missing to russia to take a Silver. The Veteran Men will be on after the lunch break.

In the Juniors Charlotte McDermot has taken a Bronze in her patterns, but Natalie Williams just missed out on a medal after a very close desicion went against her. Max Welch was still in the rounds before the break for lunch with a guaranteed Bronze, so he'll be looking to make it through the next round to make the final.

Again as is now the norm. the running order and draw sheets are being redone for the rest of the event so will hopefully see the finished articles before the day is out.

ITF World Championships - Belarus (Tuesday)

2010-08-24T11:26:00.002+01:00

Team all arrived ok, if a little sleepy. Unfortunately 9 Bags didn't make the journey!! So looks like a few of them will be stuck in the same clothes for a while. Mostly its the Veterans that have been effected.... can you imagine the stress they would have got if it was Mr T's bag that had gone missing.....

Most made the weigh-ins fine, only Annie Lock having to reweigh.

Everyones pleased with the venue, and the fact its walking distance from the hotels.

2010 Veteran and Junior World ITF Taekwon-Do Championship

2010-08-23T14:57:00.002+01:00

Well the Squad set off on time, although minus a few pounds to pay for their luggage!! and should be looking to arrive in Riga on time to catch their connection to Minsk, Belarus. They are set to land about 2130 local time, so 1930 gmt.

They should be registering and weight chacking today before they transfer to their hotel, so it will be a long day. Hopefully they'll get some sleep on the plane.

I will post as soon as the news starts to come in.

European ITF Taekwon-Do Championships

2010-03-17T13:18:00.002Z

Well done to the entire squad that represented at this years European Championships, in Barletta Italy.

8 Golds
4 Silvers
and
10 Bronzes

Full results will be added soon

Corrected Travel Details for Italy

2010-02-24T22:37:00.002Z

Sorry, all Squad Members travelling to the 2010 EITF European Championships, please note the following previously posted return flight details were incorrect;

Inbound Flight - Monday 15th March from Stanstead EZY3362 - arrives in the UK at 2105

All other information shown was correct to the best of our knowledge

ITF England Administration

Training Venue 28th Feb

2010-02-23T21:45:00.002Z

Due to a complication with bookings, we have had to find an alternative venue for training on the 28th February

JM Academy Sports Leisure Centre
Northumberland Avenue
Reading
RG2 8DF

0915 - 1245

Regards

ITF England Administration

Travel Details for Italy

2010-02-23T21:29:00.002Z

For all Squad Members travelling to the 2010 EITF European Championships, please note the following details;

We will be meeting at Gatwick Airport South Terminal at 0530. Please dress in a blue suit/blue blazer and grey trousers/skirt, white shirt, with smart shoes.

Outbound Flight - Monday 8th March from London Gatwick EZY5223 - flying at 0755

Inbound Flight - Monday 15th March from Stanstead EZY3362 - arrives in the UK at 1835

Don't forget your Passport, Euros, EHIC Cards, Licence Book, ITF Certificate, Dobok and Belt.

Good Luck to you all

ITF England Administration

Congratulations for 2009

2009-12-21T07:53:00.002Z

Congratulations for 2009 and good luck for 2010.

Well done to all competitors and squad members for 2009. A good year in both terms of numbers and results.

A few things have been changed for 2010, but hopefully for the better, some of which are mentioned in the latest Newsletter.

We are always open to idea and comments from the membership so, if YOU have any suggestions on how we can get stronger feel free to post on the blog.

Enjoy the festive season and see you all on the 3rd January, next year.

ITF England Administration

Training on the 6th December

2009-11-23T15:08:00.003Z

Dear Members

Due to the unfortunate postponement of our Russian Coaches Training, there will no long be a session on Saturday 5th December.

However we will still be holding a full days training on Sunday 6th, to enable us to make individual and team selections for the next European Championships.

It will be held at Selections The Park Club, 17 Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 4RS. The first 3 hour session will start at 9.30 prompt, with the afternoon running from 2.

Catering facilities are limited at the venue, so you may need to bring lunch, although local shops are not far away.

Regards

ITF England Administration

EITF European Championships 2009

2009-11-23T15:01:00.002Z

Dear Members

Thanks to all you that have now registered your interest and availability for the 2009 Europeans in Italy.

If you have not done so and wish to be considered, please inform the office as soon as possible to avoid disappointment during the selection process.

Regards

ITF England Administration
Tel: 01342718801
Email:admin@itf-england.co.uk

Squad Training

2009-10-23T10:38:00.002+01:00

Dear All

Please note Squad Training for the 25th October will take place as planned at the usual venue, at the usual time. Dicot 9.30am.

With only a few months left before the Europeans we need as much time to prepare and make selections as possible, so we can get in quick with flights etc. and keep costs to a minimum.

Regards

ITF England Coaching Staff

Senior ITF World Championships

2009-10-08T15:34:00.002+01:00

Dear All

Please find the following information as a reminder for you week ahead.

Flights

Outward Bound:

BA0878

Heathrow terminal 5, leaving at 09.30

Inward Bound:

BA0879

Heathrow terminal 5, arriving at 17.25

Please plan your journey to arrive at Terminal 5 for 07.30 at the latest.

Don’t forget your Passports, Rubels, ITF Certicates and Doboks, anything else you can live without......

Regards

Alan Clark VI Dan

ITF England Manager/Head Coach

alan@itf-england.co.uk

Tel: +44(0)8451297158

Mob: +44(0)7976979680

Europeans DVD

2009-07-02T07:20:00.002+01:00

Sales of the DVD and Photo DVD have been very good and we now have only a few remaining.

If you would like a copy please email Carrie using admin@itf-england.co.uk to reserve one before they all sell out.

Any money raised by these sales will go directly into ITF England funds.

Regards

ITF England Management Committee

Fundraising made easy!

2009-06-09T11:33:00.002+01:00

We are constantly looking for ways to help our memberships raise funds and awareness of ITF England. There’s now a new and easy way for you to help us raise funds for our International competitiors - simply by shopping and surfing online!

www.easyfundraising.org.uk is a shopping directory that features some of your favourite online stores, including Amazon, Interflora, Easyjet, Apple Store, iTunes, NEXT, Boots, M&S, British Airways, Debenhams, John Lewis, Dell, Toys’R’Us, HMV and over 600 others. All you have to do is use the links on the www.easyfundraising.org.uk site whenever you shop online and, at no extra cost to you, ITF England
receive a free donation of up to 15% from every purchase you make. As simple as that!

It’s completely FREE TO REGISTER and use and you still shop with each retailer in exactly the same way. Many retailers even offer
additional discounts and money saving e-Vouchers when you shop using easyfundraising.

All you need to do is visit www.easyfundraising.org.uk and register selecting ITF England as the organisation you wish to support from the list provided. You still shop directly with each retailer as you would normally, but simply by accessing your chosen online shop from the links at easyfundraising.org.uk first, each retailer will make a CASHBACK DONATION to ITF England.

Will you pay anything extra? No. You pay the same prices exactly as if you visited each retailer's website directly. Using
www.easyfundraising.org.uk will not cost you a penny more than you would pay normally.

It seems very generous, but remember when you buy online costs are much lower. As there's no shop, salesperson, heating, electricity, rates, not even the cost of the bag to put your goods in, retailers are more than happy to help good causes when 'online' customers access their websites through the links on www.easyfundraising.org.uk them. Up to 15%

You can now also raise funds SEARCHING THE WEB!

Just by using itfeng.easysearch.org.uk search engine (powered by yahoo, ask.com and msn live search) every time you search for something online a small donation will be made to your chosen cause.

So if you spend hours at work or home using search engines on the internet or already order your office stationary, flowers for special occasions, flights, contact lenses, computers, books, cds etc. online, Why not make your money go further and help a good cause?

If you have any other ideas for fundraising please contact richard@itf-england.co.uk

ITF England News

2009-05-28T11:42:00.002+01:00

Please take time to look at our new format ITF England Newsletter.

Regrads

ITF England Management Team

EITF European 2009 Results

2009-05-18T14:03:00.003+01:00

ITF England finished 4th in the Overall Table. Bringing home 23 Golds, 8 Silver and 13 Bronze Medals.

Full Results and Pictures will be online soon

Well Done to all.

Live action from the 2009 European ITF Championships

2009-04-30T07:20:00.003+01:00

During the European Championships those of you not travelling with the team will be able to watch live feed of the event via http://www.taekwondo-itf.si/.

This gives you all a great oppurtunity to keep up with the Tournament as the Results come in. Remember however, those of you watching at work don't shout to loudly at your screen.

Regards

ITF England Coaching Staff

23rd April

2009-04-23T07:28:00.002+01:00

This royal throne of kings, this sceptred isle,
This earth of majesty, this seat of Mars,
This other Eden, demi-paradise,
This fortress built by Nature for herself
Against infection and the hand of war,
This happy breed of men, this little world,
This precious stone set in the silver sea,
Which serves it in the office of a wall
Or as a moat defensive to a house,
Against the envy of less happier lands,--
This blessed plot, this earth, this realm, this England.

William Shakespeare (1564 - 1616), "King Richard II", Act 2 scene 1

Happy St George's Day

Extra Training on the 19th April

2009-04-18T21:21:00.002+01:00

This optional Squad Training Session has been moved to Acorn Leisure Centre, Torquay, TQ2 6ET.

Sorry for the late change, it was unavoidable.

ITF England Coaching Team

Travelling with ITF England

2009-04-16T08:52:00.003+01:00

For all Squad Members travelling with ITF England

As is tradition for ITF England, we travel to all our International Events dressed accordingly. The requirment is, Navy Blue Suit, (Or Navy Blue Blazer and Grey Trousers/Skirt), Plain White Shirt, ITF England Tie, Black Shoes. You should also be wearing your ITF Black Belt Pin Badge on your left lapel.

We would also suggest when travelling by plane that you carry one Dobok and your Belt in your hand luggage to reduce problems if your luggage is lost.

Please also make sure you have read the ITF England rules and regulations.

Regards

ITF England Coaching Staff

Extra Squad training Sun 19th April

2009-04-14T20:48:00.001+01:00

Dear All

Mr Taverner has agreed to run an additional Squad training session this Sun 19th April in Exeter.

Times and costs will all be as normal.

The venue is St Peters School in Exeter, full directions can be found on www.exetertkd.co.uk under Weds venue

Please contact Mr Taverner on 07977 001071 if you have any further questions.

Regards

Carrie

European Championships

2009-04-09T09:03:00.002+01:00

For those of you you selected for the European Championships in Slovenia.

We have now confirmed all places for the above tournament, and you should be recieving emails soon. We have 37 competitors attending this year our largest entry for some years.

With regards to your accomodation please send £200 as an advanced payment as soon as possible, no later than the 15th April to:

ITF England
62 Tiltwood Drive
Crawley Down
West Sussex
RH10 4DW

Regards

ITF England Administration

Request from the Coaching Staff

2009-03-25T07:26:00.003Z

To all members selected for the Europeans 2009 Team Events,

To allow more time for the coaching of individual patterns and sparring during our 3 hour sessions, we would request that all Team Members involved in the Team Patterns please arrange to arrive at training sessions for 9 O'Clock. This will give you some time to practice in formation before the start of squad training.

Squad Sessions will start at 9:45 and finish about 12.45

Regards

ITF England Coaching Staff

Squad Training Sun 15th Mar

2009-03-09T09:32:00.001Z

Dear All

Please note that the venue has now changed for the next squad session and it is now at :

Hinckley Leisure Centre

Leicester

LE10 0JR

on Sunday 15th March

Normal times 9.30 - 12.30

Carrie

European Championship Selections

2009-02-23T09:48:00.005Z

The ITF England coaching staff would like to announce the following selections for the next European ITF Championships.

Veteran
Females - Lynda Langfield, Lorna Wright and Karen Smith
Males - Steve Luker, Wayne Higginson, Richard Hamilton, Frank Mingo, Darren Brinham

Seniors
Females - Laura Orgill, Kirsty Miller, Laura Reeves, Jenny Nsunta, Rachel Scullion, Danielle Williams
Males - Ricky De-Winton, Carl Davis, Andrew Haynes, Greg Bagwell, Paul Hutchings, Johnnie Chan, Gary Bonsar

Juniors
Females - Katie Oliff, Charlotte McDermott, Kelly Wright, Natalie Williams, Rebecca Upsall, Annabel Lock* Provisional
Males - James Gridley, Dan Lewis, Luke Hucker, Dylan Hey, Ryan Pester, Wayne O'Neil, Max Welsh, Sean Ellor, Sean Berry

Seasons Greetings from Paramount Personnel

2008-12-12T09:46:00.000Z

Dear ITF England members

Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year

from the ITF England Management Team

RE: Dec/ Jan training

2008-12-09T09:40:00.002Z

Dear all

Thanks for all of your hard work throughout 2008, this has been a very successful year for ITF England and I am looking forward to next years European and World Championships, enjoy the break drink, eat and be merry!

Merry Christmas to you all!

Kind Regards

Philip Taverner V

Dec/ Jan training

2008-12-09T07:09:00.001Z

Dear All

Unfortunately, we have had to cancel the training session scheduled for Sun 21st Dec as we have been struggling to find a suitable venue.

The next training session will now be on Sun 4th Jan 2009 at Didcot. Registration for 2009 will take place at this session so please can you fill in the Registration and medical forms and bring them along with your payment. I will also require your passport so that I may scan it for our records.

The necessary forms are available from the web site.

Wishing you all a very Happy Christmas.

Regards

Carrie

Tournament Dates 2009

2008-10-27T16:02:00.002Z

ITF and EITF Championships dates for 2009 have been added to the ITF England website calender. As we get dates for other Open tournaments these will also go on.

If you wish to compete with ITF England please keep these dates in mind when booking holidays for next year.

Regards

Alan Clark

8th Junior and 3rd Veteran ITF Taekwon-Do World Championships

2008-09-30T15:48:00.000+01:00

Photos are now available in our Gallery section on www.itf-england.co.uk

8th Junior and 3rd Veteran ITF Taekwon-Do World Championships

2008-09-18T07:53:00.003+01:00

The Championships are off to a slow start, with some confusion over the draw.....

When it gets going it will start with Junior Patterns.

I will post in the comments as the results come in.....

Passports

2008-09-10T13:50:00.001+01:00

Dear All,

Can you please supply me with your passport number and the date it expires, along with your full name as it appears in your passport.

This will be added to our database and will make the process of applying for visas for future Tournaments easier and hopefully quicker.

Thank you.

Carrie

Training Venue - Sunday 12th Oct

2008-09-09T11:26:00.004+01:00

Dear All

The venue for Squad training on 12th Oct is now confirmed as

The Park Club,
17 Milton Park,Abingdon,Oxon
OX14 4RS

Training times as normal, 9.30 - 12.30pm
Regards

Carrie

Training Venue - Sunday 14th Sept

2008-09-08T08:44:00.004+01:00

Dear All

The venue for Squad training on Sun 14th Sept is
The Park Club,
17 Milton Park,
Abingdon, Oxon,
OX14 4RS

See http://www.parkclub.co.uk/ for directions.
Training times as normal, 9.30 - 12.30

Please ensure you let Mr Clark or Mr Taverner know if you are unable to attend.

The Welsh Open is on 4th Oct in Cardiff. Entry forms are available from http://www.ukta.com/.

The next squad training is on 12th Oct - the venue is still to be confirmed, but will be updated on web site as soon as possible.

Regards

Carrie

Training dates and forthcoming events

2008-09-05T13:45:00.003+01:00

Dear all

Apologies for my lack of attendance recently but I have been away on holiday etc, following on from Carrie Proctors email this week regarding National squad training this weekend

Please note that these emails are reminders confirming National training dates and venues, some individuals are complaining over the lack of notice we provide with reference to training, please ensure you use the website to plan your training each month as the website is updated on a weekly basis there should be no excuse for training dates etc. We have recently moved training venues to various areas in order to raise awareness reference ITF England in general and more importantly increase the membership, so please do your upmost to support the National training at all times.

Whilst the Juniors and Veterans prepare for the forthcoming World Championships the remainder of members should be in preparation for the following tournaments
1. Senior males - 4 National International, Wales
2. Senior Males & Females - St Petersburg Cup, Russia
We will be in attendance at these Championships and perhaps the Irish Open in Dublin towards the end of the year, please note that you may only be selected for such events in accordance with the ITF England selection criteria, if you require any additional information regarding the selection criteria please check the website http://www.itf-england.co.uk

Captains - I am concerned over some individuals poor attendance since the European Championships this year, please be reminded that it is also your responsibility to ensure the members are training and you must do your best to keep the teams focused, we are looking to names teams for next years European Championships before we break for Christmas this year. If I have missed anyone on the circular please text/email the members to ensure we receive a good attendance this weekend.

See you in Leicester on Sunday!

Yours in Taekwon-do

Philip Taverner V ITF England Coach

Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self Control, Indomitable Spirit

Next Training Session

2008-09-05T13:26:00.003+01:00

7th September - National Training will be held @ Hinkley Leisure Centre, Coventry Road, Hinkley, LE10 0JR. Training will start at 9.30 and run for the usual 3 hours.