Taekwon-Do Club
We are a Bronze Tiered Club!
We train in Talybont Sports Hall
Monday 19.30 - 21.30
Thursday 19.30 - 21.00
We offer completely free taster classes so get in contact anytime to have a go! For more information find us on Facebook, Instagram or contact us!
What does the club do?
Cardiff University Taekwon-Do Club (CUTKD) has been running and competing for 25 years, since it was founded by Master Matthews in 1998, and is THE most successful martial arts club on campus. We train twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays at the Talybont sports facility and host socials every Wednesday. We also host sober socials every month for example trampolining, coffee trips and laser tag. We are heavily involved in several big events throughout the year including fight night – an incredible joint event with the MMA and Kickboxing clubs; we highly recommend going for the atmosphere!
What experience do I need to join?
Come along to our classes to learn from one of the best instructors at any University martial arts club to start your Taekwondo journey. Ranging from complete novices to international standard black belts, our club is open to all and classes are tailored to suit your level - complete beginners are welcome! We train fitness, strength, stamina, agility, flexibility and of course skill - you won't find another club like us!
Do we train ITF or WT?
We are an ITF (UKTA) club but welcome members from all associations and organisations, including WT, GTUK, and TAGB. We compete regularly in the BUCS university competitions, in addition to being undefeated for 13 years against Swansea at the Welsh varsity! The training and qualifications you gain with us are fully certified by the ITF (International Taekwondo Federation) and are recognised throughout the world!
Who is the instructor?
Our instructor Master Dean Matthews, 8th Dan black belt, is one of the top instructors in the UK having taught Taekwondo for over 30 years and currently coaches the Welsh national team to compete in European and World Championships! Master Matthews has had an incredibly successful Taekwondo career winning over 500 medals and trophies at national and international competitions, representing Wales and the UK all over the world. He has won multiple world and European championship titles and competed across a wide range of styles including ITF, WT, Karate Grand Slam, USA and Freestyle point sparring.
In 2025 we had the honour of being inducted into the BUTL Hall of Fame and were shortlisted for the BUTL Club of the Year and Club of the Decade. Additionally, two of committee members were shortlisted for awards: Committee Member of the Year and Competitor of the Year.
Do I have to compete?
We compete regularly at BUTL and BUCS as well as local, national and international competitions. We give our members one of the best competition experiences Cardiff has to offer whilst promoting a supportive and encouraging environment. Not everyone in the club competes in competitions - many people come along purely for the outstanding fitness and social atmosphere - so don't worry if you don’t want to compete!
Feel free to get in contact with our committee via our Instagram Page, emailing the club at Taekwondo@cardiff.ac.uk, or by emailing the club president at BoltonH1@cardiff.ac.uk.
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