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Welcome
to the Vella Institute of Taekwon-Do The head instructor is Master Tony Vella, a 7th Degree Black Belt with the International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF). He is an international instructor and grading examiner with all his grades and qualifications recognised by the ITF which has over 100 member countries. He has been training in Taekwon-Do since 1982 and has been graded beginner to senior Instructor by Grand Master Rhee Ki Ha 9th Degree, the founder of Taekwon-Do in the UK.
As a former member of the British National Team he has competed and won medals all over the world including: California, North Korea, Switzerland, Greece, New York and Ireland. As a member of the UK team he won a GOLD medal at the 1990 European Championships in Switzerland. He has trained with the finest masters of the art and was graded personally to 5th Degree by the founder of Taekwon-Do General Choi Hong Hi!
We practice the ORIGINAL Taekwon-Do developed by 9th Degree Grand Master General Choi Hong Hi. In 1966 he formed the International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF). He has written several books on TKD and produced a 15 volume Encyclopedia on his style of martial art.
The goal of The Vella Institute of Taekwon-Do is to teach the art of Self-Defence whilst instilling confidence, self-control, improved co-ordination and physical conditioning. Our programme for children teaches not only these qualities but also emphasises courtesy and respect. The Institute welcomes enquiries from clubs and instructors wishing to join, and invitations to competitions and events are always welcome.
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