Allen Taekwondo Academy
Forming Champions since 2000
Hard Work & Dedication
Save the Date! 22nd October 2023 More details in the Events section on this site.
CLUB STUDIO Schedule
Wednesday
Taekwondo Basics 5-6pm
Friday
Taekwondo Mixed Skill 6-7.30pm
Saturday
Taekwondo Beginners and Children 1.15-2pm Taekwondo Advanced 2-3pm Adults Only 3-4pm
Tuesday
PRIVATE & INVITE ONLY 6-7.30pm
Become a Club Member
Registration
Registration and insurance are mandatory to participate in the classes organised by the club - also applies to PAYG participants. 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.
Learn MorePayment Plans
Gold Plan
MOST POPULAR£130/Month
- Unlimited training (Wed-Fri-Sat)
- ATA logo T-shirt
- Ticket to one main national event/ year
Pay-As-You-Go
£15/Hour
- 1hr training (Wed, Fri or Sat)
- Payment to the instructor before the class - cash & debit card accepted
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 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 upcoming events follow us on Facebook @atauk.com , IG @allentaekwondoacademy_uk or Twitter @AllenTkd.
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 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 upcoming events follow us on Facebook @atauk.com , IG @allentaekwondoacademy_uk or Twitter @AllenTkd.
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 & 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.
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.
Cleo Douglas
Safeguarding Officer
Nathan Bennett
School Clubs Assistant
Taekwondo
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.
Heavers Farm Primary School, South Norwood
Monday & Friday 3.15-4.30pm
Selsdon Primary School, South Croydon
Wed 3.30-5.00pm
Alleyn's Junior School, East Dulwich
Thu 3.30-4.30pm
St James The Great R C Primary, Thornton Heath
Tue 3.30-5.00pm
Hall Of Fame
Testimonials
ATA News
Events
ATA will be hosting a development seminar with the Senior GB Taekwondo Athletes: Bradly Sinden, Rebecca McGowan and Martin Stamper. An amazing opportunity to meet, get advice and be inspired by the world-level athletes! Pen down the date in your diary! Registration and attendee price to be released soon!
Belt grading exam for ATA students Fri 23 June - start 6PM Sat 24th June - start 1.15PM Please read further requirements below.
Attend a skills development seminar with the 2x Olympian (Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020), World Championship medallist and World Grand Prix Champion - Mahama Cho. Get a free signed t-shirt if you register by 5th June!
Grading Day - Spring/Summer Term 2022
Grading Day - Spring/Summer Term 2022
Nationals' preparation test matches for all ages and all grade students. Event duration 5 hrs (9am-2pm). Entry Price: Novices without e-scoring - £15 | Higher grades with e-scoring - £25 | Pay at the door.
Join us for a session with an experienced Yoga teacher, Angie Giorgio. Let's give our bodies some respite from hard physical trainings with gentle balancing and flexibility exercises. Together we will practice mindfulness and benefit from the balance it brings to the body and mind. Zoom access codes will be provided to registered participants via email or WhatsApp ATA Parents and Adults group.
