Allen Taekwondo Academy
Forming Champions since 2000
Hard Work & Dedication
Thornton Heath - Better Leisure Centre
Friday
Taekwondo Mixed Skill 6-7.30pm Large Hall Ground Floor
Saturday
Taekwondo Beginners and Children 1.15-2pm Taekwondo Advanced 2-3pm Studio 1st Floor
Saturday
Boxing (all ages/all skill) 3 - 4pm Adults welcome Studio 1st Floor
Thornton Heath - Haslemere Rd Community Hall
Tuesday - NEW LOCATION
ADVANCED SKILL GOLD & INVITE ONLY 6-7.30pm 2A Haslemere Road Community Hall CR7 7BE Thornton Heath
Wednesday - NEW LOCATION
Taekwondo Basics 5-6pm 2A Haslemere Road Community Hall CR7 7BE Thornton Heath
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After School Clubs
St James The Great R C Primary, Thornton Heath
Tuesday 3.30-5.00pm
Howard Primary School, Croydon
Wednesday 3.30 - 4.30pm Friday 3.30 - 4.30pm
Selsdon Primary School, South Croydon
Wednesday 3.30-5.00pm
Alleyn's Junior School, East Dulwich
Thursday 3.30-4.30pm
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Registration and insurance are mandatory to participate in the classes organised by the club. Students without valid licence and insurance invalidate a whole club insurance. They will not be admitted, without refund of any paid fees. Become a member of the Allen Taekwondo Academy club in 3 easy steps...
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Please note annual Allen Taekwondo Academy Club Membership Fee is £80, which covers British Taekwondo license and insurance, as well as Club administration fees. It is a mandatory annual fee for all Club members.
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Events
Competitions - Sparring - Grading
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ATA fighters entered. Contact Master Allen with any enquiries.
ATA fighters entered. Contact Master Allen in case of any queries.
A letter with the details for Black Belt candidates will be sent out soon.
Letter with the prices for belt grading will be shared in due course.
ATA fighters already entered. Contact Master Allen with queries.
Interclub test matches day. Open to all ages and grades. Good luck to all of the participants!
ATA players already entered. More information can be found here > https://www.ma-regonline.com/tournaments/1630/ALIS-DOJANG-OPEN-2024
Registration: 9 AM Event Start:10 AM Registration Fee payable to the event Organiser at the venue
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Uniform
£50
Full Fighter Equipment Set
Headguard, instep protection, groin guard, gloves, shin and forearm guards, trunk protector, clear gumshield
£200
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Schools Programme
Taekwondo provides an alternative form of exercise that engages children both mentally and physically, helping them develop strength, flexibility, and endurance.
After School Club allows students to learn the fundamentals of Taekwondo, such as basic kicks, blocks and self-defence techniques, at a fraction of a regular club membership price.
To enrol your child into an After School Club, please inquire with the respective school's office or contact us directly.
After School Club allows students to learn the fundamentals of Taekwondo, such as basic kicks, blocks and self-defence techniques, at a fraction of a regular club membership price.
To enrol your child into an After School Club, please inquire with the respective school's office or contact us directly.
St James The Great R C Primary, Thornton Heath
Tue 3.30-5.00pm
Howard Primary School, Croydon
Wed & Fri 3.30 - 4.30pm
Selsdon Primary School, South Croydon
Wed 3.30-5.00pm
Alleyn's Junior School, East Dulwich
Thu 3.30-4.30pm
School Club Pay
About Us
About Us
Since 2000, we provide an exemplary level of teaching which enables our students to achieve maximum results. We will always give you our best, regardless of whether you just simply want to get fit, learn self-defence, aim to become a gold medallist or even have Olympics aspirations.
Our Instructors are top-level athletes, who have represented Great Britain internationally.
Through taekwondo you can improve your fitness, flexibility and confidence whilst learning self defence through a fun exercise alternative. As it provides a full body workout, taekwondo is favoured by many and practised by people of all ages.
We are inclusive for people with disabilities.
The Club works closely with British Taekwondo and GB Taekwondo to help our students reach the country athletes' elite.
In 2015, British Taekwondo awarded Allen Taekwondo Academy with the Best Performing Club award.
The club frequently hosts seminars and workshops featuring taekwondo practitioners from Great Britain, Europe and the World.
For latest information about the club life and events follow us on Instagram @allentaekwondoacademy_uk or Facebook @atauk.com.
Allen Taekwondo Academy empowers students to develop strategic thinking and sharp decision-making skills based upon confidence in their own ability and intellect. We encourage managing conflicts and challenges with positive outcome solutions, putting own and others’ well-being and safety first.
Our Instructors are top-level athletes, who have represented Great Britain internationally.
Through taekwondo you can improve your fitness, flexibility and confidence whilst learning self defence through a fun exercise alternative. As it provides a full body workout, taekwondo is favoured by many and practised by people of all ages.
We are inclusive for people with disabilities.
The Club works closely with British Taekwondo and GB Taekwondo to help our students reach the country athletes' elite.
In 2015, British Taekwondo awarded Allen Taekwondo Academy with the Best Performing Club award.
The club frequently hosts seminars and workshops featuring taekwondo practitioners from Great Britain, Europe and the World.
For latest information about the club life and events follow us on Instagram @allentaekwondoacademy_uk or Facebook @atauk.com.
Allen Taekwondo Academy empowers students to develop strategic thinking and sharp decision-making skills based upon confidence in their own ability and intellect. We encourage managing conflicts and challenges with positive outcome solutions, putting own and others’ well-being and safety first.
Our Team
Master Richard V. Allen
Founder - Fighters & Poomsae Coach
With his fast and furious training scheme, Richard has had the honour of coaching many of today’s champions and has helped many students achieve an array of titles at both national and international level.
Stephanie Allen
Team Development Executive & Lead Safeguarding Officer
Beside leading London Team, she is a coach and mentor to the ATA club members.
James Allen
Club Development Director
Through his own conduct he's a role model for the youth and as a black belt also mentors lower grade students.
Mahama Cho
Team Development Adviser
2020 Tokyo Olympic Games Team GB representative, 2016 Rio Olympic Games Finalist - Mahama is advising on the latest technical skills and standards that competing students must meet in order to succeed.
Daniel Oluwatoyin
Fighters Team Coach
Daniel started his Taekwondo adventure at the age of only 2! His characteristic power and determination, allows him to be very succesfull as a junior fighter. He's now a 4th Dan Black Belt, as well as Team GB member.
Sam Oluwatoyin
Coach
Multiple British National Champion and GB representative, he has trained with Master Allen since the age of three. He is renowned for his strength, speed, technical execution, and precision. He leverages his quiet composure what makes him an unpredictable opponent in the ring.
Tricia Hopkins
Poomsae Coach
Tricia is involved with the club for greater part of its history. She started as a student and evolved to 4th Dan Black Belt, and now also owns own club. She continues close cooperation with Allen Taekwondo by coaching Poomsae techniques.
Emilia Zabrzanska
Junior Poomsae Coach
3rd Dan Black Belt holder, Emilia has many successes in Poomsae competitions in the UK and internationally.
Nicola Taylor
Safeguarding Officer
Nicola is British Taekwondo-certified Safeguarding Officer. She also has experience in safeguarding in KS education. She ensures safety and wellbeing of all club member, specifically the youngest ones.
Nathan Bennett, Adam Ekrich, Abdallah Grayson Cadogan
School Clubs Instructors
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Effective Date: 3rd January, 2026
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Allen Taekwondo Academy
100 High Street, Thornton Heath CR7 8RY, Croydon United Kingdom
Master Richard Allen
Founder and Owner
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Last Updated: 3rd January, 2026
Allen Taekwondo Academy
100 High Street, Thornton HeathCR7 8RY, Croydon United Kingdom
Master Richard Allen
Founder and Owner
