Bristol Tang Soo Do

What a week for

Started off with our regions Ko Dan Ja heading off to the WTSDA Masters Clinic where after 3 long days of training we had 2 individuals invited to step onto the Masters testing floor for their next rank late into Thursday evening.
SBN Jarvis taking his Final Test for 4th Dan Master
Master Chappell taking his Test for 5th Dan Master

Then on Saturday our Gup and Dan Grades joined us to celebrate the promotions of our new Dan Grades
N Collet - Cho Dan (Dec 2025 Cycle)
L Badman - E Dan
T Badman - E Dan
K Sheppard - E Dan
T Gait - E Dan

Congratulations to all!

Monthly Black Belt Class 🥋

A fantastic evening of training at our monthly Black Belt Class, led by our Regional Instructor, Master Butcher.

These sessions are a great opportunity for our Bristol Masters, Instructors and Black Belts to come together, refine techniques, share knowledge, and continue developing both their martial arts skills and leadership. Looking forward to the next one!!

🏆 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SUCCESS FOR BRISTOL TANG SOO DO! 🏆

We couldn’t be prouder of our 4 Bristol Tang Soo Do students who represented Team GB at the 2026 WTSDA World Championships in Chicago.

After months of dedication, hard work and countless hours of training, they stepped onto the world stage and achieved incredible success, bringing home an amazing collection of medals and awards.

Louise Badman
Gold in Sparring
Bronze in Weapons

Thomas Badman
Bronze in Weapons
Bronze in Forms
Bronze in Sparring

Max Jones
Gold in Forms
Bronze in Weapons

Colin Jones
Gold in Weapons
Bronze in Forms

To represent your country at a World Championship is an achievement in itself, and to do so with such skill, determination and sportsmanship makes us immensely proud.

Congratulations to each and every one of you – you’ve been outstanding ambassadors for both Team GB and Bristol Tang Soo Do.

Our 4th Bristol Tang Soo Do Black Belt Class of the year 🥋🔥

An incredible session bringing together our instructors and black belts from across the area. There’s something special about sharing the floor, pushing each other, and continuing to learn and grow as a team.

Strong energy, great training, and even better company — this is what it’s all about.

Will you be there ??? Drop a 👊🏼 in the comments if so

Not long until our 8 clubs will be heading up to Nottingham to attend the National Championships.

GBTSD’s very own Master Carter

🥋 Strong performances. Great spirit. Proud moment for Bristol Tang Soo Do.

Today we had 4 black belts from across Bristol Tang Soo Do step onto the GBTSD Dan Testing floor, with Masters and instructors in attendance showing their support.

Each candidate gave everything they had — pushing themselves, demonstrating skill, determination, and true Tang Soo Do spirit. They left it all on the floor and did themselves, their instructors, and their clubs proud.

A fantastic day of hard work, respect, and martial arts excellence.

Congratulations to all who tested today — your dedication continues to inspire. 👊

One community, eight locations, and classes running throughout the week — there’s always a place to train with Bristol Tang Soo Do 🌟🥋

All ages and abilities are welcome!!
Find your nearest club and come give it a go — First Lesson is Free and you might surprise yourself!
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