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Costs & Fees FAQ's

We aim to keep Taekwondo as accessible as possible. Below is a summary of the typical costs involved in addition to your monthly fees:

All members are required to pay an annual insurance fee of £42 per year. This covers you for training and official activities.

You can start with basic sportswear, but as you progress, you will need:

  • Full sparring kit: approximately £130

  • Taekwondo suit (dobok): approximately £40

  • Club T-shirt: £18

  • Black Training Bottoms: £25

Grading fees depend on your level:

  • Coloured belt gradings: £33

  • Black belt gradings: start at approximately £150

  • Star Gradings: £25

If you choose to compete, the typical fees are:

  • £20 for your first event

  • £15 per event after that

  • £5 team registration fee (paid on the day)

For the most up-to-date and detailed pricing, including equipment and merchandise, please visit our website shop.

General FAQ's

Not at all! We welcome complete beginners as well as those with previous martial arts experience. Our classes are structured to support you from day one.

Anyone aged 4 and above is welcome to join our club.

Yes! We offer a free trial session so you can experience a class before committing.

Parents are welcome to watch the trial session, but regular classes are not open to spectators. 

Comfortable sportswear—such as a t-shirt and joggers or shorts—is perfect for your first session. We take off socks and shoes. 

Once you join, you’ll need a Taekwondo uniform (dobok).

Yes—sparring is part of Taekwondo training. However, it is always safe, controlled, and supervised by experienced instructors. We ensure all students are properly prepared and confident before taking part.