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Why TaeKwon-Do? Why Clapham?
"TaeKwon-Do is the most dynamic, exciting and exhilerating martial art going." That is the view of the Clapham school's
students. Known for its amazing kicks, it enables an individual to gain fitness, flexibility and a means to help defend themselves.
The school started back in 1997 with only 3 students. Since then it has grown in size and reputation with well over
100 having registered.Being probably the only club to have 4 female black belts graded at one time, it is known for its equal
mix of both male and female participants.
The friendly atmosphere allows all to learn at their own pace, and with the support and knowledge of the seniors.
Achievements have seen novice and experienced members gain individual and team medals both at home and abroad.
The school adheres very much to the traditional ideals in both physical and mental approach to a martial art. This
means that anyone may come and try, but not all will be accepted. Its said that 1 in 100 males and 1 in 200 females may gain
the coveted black belt. Will that someone be you?
About the Instructor
| Instructor Mr M. Snelders IV dan |
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I took my first TaeKwon-Do lesson at the end of 1982 in Leicester. From that moment on I was hooked. I
still stand by the fact that it was the level of tuition and not the art that first drew me back time and time
again.. But after a few weeks I realised how incredible TKD could be, and what a personal challenge it was to perservere
no matter how small the steps were in my progress.
After a few years break, due to education and then touring around with my work, I settled in south London and began
to look for a suitable school. In 1992 after being disappointed by 4 different clubs I met with Master Sangha then a 4th degree.
Through Master Sangha and the BUTF (British United TaeKwon-Do Federation) I found the levels of knowledge and commitment
to a true martial art, that I remain thankful for.
Now as a fourth degree black belt ,having won many medals, and competed at home and abroad I set my sights on what
can be achieved by our club. The learning never stops and if the joy I get at teaching continues, I consider myself
a very lucky man!!
| Master Sangha VII degree |
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| Mr Snelders' instructor for the last 15 years |
Tooting TKD has been going for over 23 years under the watchful eye of Master Sangha. His history can be read on the
pages of the BUTF's website, but needless to say, those that have trained and still train with him benefit from his vast
knowledge. All of the black belts in Clapham and Croydon schools have gratefully been provided with extra tuition at Tooting
through the generosity of this genuine master of TaeKwon-Do
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