The Alan Sparks School of Taekwondo is based in York, UK.
The school was established in 1983 and is taught by Mr Alan Sparks, 6th Degree Black Belt.
Taekwondo is a Korean martial art, which although having roots in the ancient Orient, was developed to its present day form in the middle of this century.
Translated from Korean “Tae” literally means to jump, kick or smash with the foot. “Kwon” means a fist, mainly to destroy or punch with the fist. “Do” is a well known term meaning way, method or art.
Taekwondo is generally interpreted as meaning: The Way of Hand and Foot
Taekwondo incorporates many areas, such as self defence, flexibility, discipline, confidence and fitness building.
It is one of the most effective forms of unarmed combat. More »
News and Events
~ Black belt grading and training dates for 2012 are:
April 15th and October 7th at Park Grove School 11am.
~ Coloured belt grading dates for 2012:
February 5th – April 29th – July 22nd – October 21st at Park Grove School 11am.
Classes run all year round and do not close during school holiday’s.
School Merchandise:
Approved sparring equipment, Embroidered school fleece jackets and tops, Sports bag’s etc are available, please see Mr Sparks for details.
