Global Taekwondo International

GTI Squad Brings Back a Host of Medals from UITF World Championships

Excellent work by the GTI Squad at the UITF World championships held in Croatia 28th - 30th September. After months of hard training in preparation for these championships, our squad members really shone with some passionate, determined performances. A total of 50 medals were won consisting of 26 gold, 15 silver & 9 bronze!

Plus a trophy for 2nd place in the overall black belt rankings.

Well done to all squad members, and to the squad coaches John Newman, Alf Ferguson, Kirsty Kavanagh and Nicole Murphy, who were behind them all the way; particularly Coach Newman, who took on the mammoth task of organising the trip and all the logistics, doubtless earning a few more grey hairs along the way! Thank you, sir

Thanks also to Leanne Connolly for helping to organise the tournament (gaining an award from the official organisers ); and to the amazing team of supporters that cheered our fighters to victory over the weekend, with a few sore throats the following day!

Congratulations, everyone,  job done!

Black Belt Individual Medals

Owen Gargan - 2 x gold patterns & sparring

Logan Rutherford - gold sparring, silver patterns

Kian Miller-Hogg - 2 x bronze patterns & sparring

Adam McKinlay - 2 x bronze patterns & sparring

Joseph McKinlay - silver sparring, bronze patterns

Jasmine Roux-Nel - silver sparring, bronze patterns

Reilly McGinley - gold sparring

Connor McGinley - silver sparring

Callum Edwards - gold sparring, silver patterns

Marcin Makarewicz - gold patterns, silver sparring

Richard Lane - 2 x silver patterns & sparring

Alf Ferguson - bronze sparring

Joseph Cockburn - 2 x gold patterns & sparring

Stef Davies - 2 x gold patterns & sparring

Coloured Belt Individual Medals

Olly Gargan - 2 x gold patterns & sparring

Jacob Wait - 2 x silver patterns & sparring

Jay Connolly - gold sparring, bronze patterns

Liam Murphy - silver sparring

Albert Makarewicz - silver sparring

Nikola Kliza - 2 x silver patterns & sparring

Eloise Williams - gold sparring

Olivia Mojsak - gold sparring, bronze patterns

Radek Mojsak - silver patterns

Black Belt Boys Team Event - 1st Place/Gold

Reilly McGinley

Joseph McKinlay

Logan Rutherford

Owen Gargan

Jay Connolly

Black Belt Men's Team Event - 1st Place/Gold

Connor McGinley

Connor Murphy

Callum Edwards

 Joseph Cockburn

Cody O'Bey

Reilly McGinley

GTI 2024 Junior Open

Sunday 2nd June

All "ITF" Style Clubs Welcome

GTI Junior Open (under 18yrs.) on Sunday 2nd June at Leisure at Cheltenham, Tommy Taylors Lane, Cheltenham GL50 4RN

Events will include:

INDIVIDUAL PATTERNS

• Coloured Belt Patterns: Belt divisions further divided by age under 10yrs, 11-13yrs, 14-17yrs
• Dan Grade Patterns: Belt divisions: 1st Dan, 2nd & above, + further divided by age: up to 13yrs and 14-17yrs

POINT-STOP SPARRING (for yellow/green belt divisions)
CONTINOUS SPARRING (for all blue, red & black belt divisions)

• Coloured Belt Sparring - Belt divisions heights/weight further divided by age under 10yrs, 11-13yrs, 14-17yrs
• Black Belt Sparring -  Height divisions further divided by age: up to 13yrs and 14-17yrs

NB. If any division has insufficient entrants to allow for a competitive bout then at the Chief Umpires' discretion categories may be merged. Junior age ranges may also be amended for the same reason or if there is concern for the safety of junior competitors. 

• All competition areas are fully matted.
• Online bookings for competitors are now open at https://gti.wiredma.com 
• FREE entry for all spectators.
• Entries close at midnight on Thursday 30th May.

Best Black Belt Competitor Awards
This is the sixth competition of our 2023-2024 tournament season for the black belt rankings table . Black belt competitors from all associations have the opportunity to collect points for the black belt rankings table. Those with the most points at the end of the season will be awarded one of the coveted Best Black Belt Competitor awards!

Insurance
If your current organisation does not support you by extending your insurance cover for external events then we can offer liability and no-fault personal accident cover at a cost of £5 per entrant. If cover is required then it can be arranged on the day by visiting the admin desk. 

Officials
Umpires and Referees who are also entered to compete can claim a reimbursement of £20 against their entry fee. To qualify officials must have registered at the admin desk by 9.30am and reimbursements can be collected at the end of the event. All officials will be provided with lunch. 

Tournament Rules
A brief view of divisions can be seen at https://www.gti-taekwondo.com/tournament-rules or download a more comprehensive guide of the PDF version HERE

Online Entries
If your school/association has previously entered one of our competitions then your club's name will already be on the system, please select the correct one before submitting your entry. If your school is not shown then please ask your instructor to register as a new club, or get their permission to do so before proceeding.

NB. GTI competitors are reminded that at this event the official white GTI uniform is NOT a requirement and coloured/club uniforms may be worn. (Official white GTI uniforms are a requirement only at the English & British Championships).

Entry Fees:
Competitors - GTI Members £25, Non-GTI £30. This includes entry into both patterns and sparring.
Spectators - Free!
Doors open 9.00am - Event starts: 9.30am

For any queries please contact the Tournament Entries Manager, Mr. John Newman at events@gti-taekwondo.com or call 07828 273055.

We look forward to seeing you there.

GTI Events Team.

GTI 2024 North West Open

Sunday 17th March

All "ITF" Style Clubs Welcome

GTI North West Open on Sunday 17th March at Greenbank Sports Academy, Greenbank Lane, Liverpool L17 1AG

Events will include:

INDIVIDUAL PATTERNS

• Junior Coloured Belt Patterns: Belt divisions further divided by age under 10yrs, 11-13yrs, 14-17yrs
• Junior Dan Grade Patterns: Belt divisions: 1st Dan, 2nd & above, + further divided by age: up to 13yrs and 14-17yrs
• Adult Dan Grade Patterns: three under 40yrs categories by rank: 1st Dan, 2nd & 3rd Dan, 4th Dan & above, plus Veterans 40yrs+ (any Dan grade). NB. Veterans can opt to compete in the relevant under 40's category but not in both

POINT-STOP SPARRING (for yellow/green belt juniors only)
CONTINOUS SPARRING (for all other juniors & adults)

• Junior Coloured Belt Sparring - Belt divisions heights/weight further divided by age under 10yrs, 11-13yrs, 14-17yrs
• Junior Black Belt Sparring -  Height divisions further divided by age: up to 13yrs and 14-17yrs
• Veterans' divisions for age 40+ (where sufficient entries allow)

TAG TEAM SPARRING (Juniors only - 3 person teams - Register & pay on the day. Cost £15 per team)

NB. If any division has insufficient entrants to allow for a competitive bout then at the Chief Umpires' discretion categories may be merged. Junior age ranges may also be amended for the same reason or if there is concern for the safety of junior competitors. 

• All competition areas are fully matted.
• Online bookings for competitors are now open at https://gti.wiredma.com 
• FREE entry for all spectators.
• Entries close at midnight on Thursday  14th March.

Best Black Belt Competitor Awards
This is the fifth competition of our 2023-2024 tournament season for the black belt rankings table . Black belt competitors from all associations have the opportunity to collect points for the black belt rankings table. Those with the most points at the end of the season will be awarded one of the coveted Best Black Belt Competitor awards!

Insurance
If your current organisation does not support you by extending your insurance cover for external events then we can offer liability and no-fault personal accident cover at a cost of £5 per entrant. If cover is required then it can be arranged on the day by visiting the admin desk. 

Officials
Umpires and Referees who are also entered to compete can claim a reimbursement of £20 against their entry fee. To qualify officials must have registered at the admin desk by 9.30am and reimbursements can be collected at the end of the event. All officials will be provided with lunch. 

Tournament Rules
A brief view of divisions can be seen at https://www.gti-taekwondo.com/tournament-rules or download a more comprehensive guide of the PDF version HERE

Online Entries
If your school/association has previously entered one of our competitions then your club's name will already be on the system, please select the correct one before submitting your entry. If your school is not shown then please ask your instructor to register as a new club, or get their permission to do so before proceeding.

Entry Fees:
Competitors - GTI Members £25, Non-GTI £30. This includes entry into both patterns and sparring.
Spectators - Free!
Doors open 9.30am

For any queries please contact the Tournament Entries Manager, Mr. John Newman at events@gti-taekwondo.com or call 07828 273055.

We look forward to seeing you there.

GTI Events Team.

GTI 2024 English Open Championships

Sunday 21st January

All "ITF" Style Clubs Welcome

GTI British Open Championships on Sunday 21st January at Hinckley Leisure Centre, Argents Mead, Hinckley LE10 1BZ

Please note the change of venue. This event is being held in Hinckley and NOT at our normal Cheltenham venue.

Events will include:

INDIVIDUAL PATTERNS

• Junior Coloured Belt Patterns: Belt divisions further divided by age under 10yrs, 11-13yrs, 14-17yrs
• Junior Dan Grade Patterns: Belt divisions: 1st Dan, 2nd & above, + further divided by age: up to 13yrs and 14-17yrs
• Adult Dan Grade Patterns: three under 40yrs categories by rank: 1st Dan, 2nd & 3rd Dan, 4th Dan & above, plus Veterans 40yrs+ (any Dan grade). NB. Veterans can opt to compete in the relevant under 40's category but not in both

POINT-STOP SPARRING (for yellow/green belt juniors only)
CONTINOUS SPARRING (for all other juniors & adults)

• Junior Coloured Belt Sparring - Belt divisions heights/weight further divided by age under 10yrs, 11-13yrs, 14-17yrs
• Junior Black Belt Sparring -  Height divisions further divided by age: up to 13yrs and 14-17yrs
• Veterans' divisions for age 40+ (where sufficient entries allow)

DESTRUCTION

• For male & female adult blue, red & black belt divisions

NB. If any division has insufficient entrants to allow for a competitive bout then at the Chief Umpires' discretion categories may be merged. Junior age ranges may also be amended for the same reason or if there is concern for the safety of junior competitors. 

• All competition areas are fully matted.
• Online bookings for competitors are now open at https://gti.wiredma.com 
• FREE entry for all spectators.
• Entries close at midnight on Thursday  30th November.

Best Black Belt Competitor Awards
This is the forth competition of our 2023-2024 tournament season for the black belt rankings table . Black belt competitors from all associations have the opportunity to collect points for the black belt rankings table. Those with the most points at the end of the season will be awarded one of the coveted Best Black Belt Competitor awards!

Insurance
If your current organisation does not support you by extending your insurance cover for external events then we can offer liability and no-fault personal accident cover at a cost of £5 per entrant. If cover is required then it can be arranged on the day by visiting the admin desk. 

Officials
Umpires and Referees who are also entered to compete can claim a reimbursement of £20 against their entry fee. To qualify officials must have registered at the admin desk by 9.30am and reimbursements can be collected at the end of the event. All officials will be provided with lunch. 

Tournament Rules
A brief view of divisions can be seen at https://www.gti-taekwondo.com/tournament-rules or download a more comprehensive guide of the PDF version HERE

Online Entries
If your school/association has previously entered one of our competitions then your club's name will already be on the system, please select the correct one before submitting your entry. If your school is not shown then please ask your instructor to register as a new club, or get their permission to do so before proceeding.

Entry Fees:
Competitors - GTI Members £25, Non-GTI £30. This includes entry into both patterns and sparring.
Spectators - Free!
Doors open 9.30am

For any queries please contact the Tournament Entries Manager, Mr. John Newman at events@gti-taekwondo.com or call 07828 273055.

We look forward to seeing you there.

GTI Events Team.

Some highlights of the recent GTI Masters Seminar

GTI 2023 British Open Championships

Sunday 3rd December

All "ITF" Style Clubs Welcome

GTI British Open Championships on Sunday 3rd December at Cheltenham Leisure Centre (Leisure at Cheltenham), Tommy Taylor Lane, Cheltenham GL50 4RN

Events will include:

INDIVIDUAL PATTERNS

• Junior Coloured Belt Patterns: Belt divisions further divided by age under 10yrs, 11-13yrs, 14-17yrs
• Junior Dan Grade Patterns: Belt divisions: 1st Dan, 2nd & above, + further divided by age: up to 13yrs and 14-17yrs
• Adult Dan Grade Patterns: three under 40yrs categories by rank: 1st Dan, 2nd & 3rd Dan, 4th Dan & above, plus Veterans 40yrs+ (any Dan grade). NB. Veterans can opt to compete in the relevant under 40's category but not in both

POINT-STOP SPARRING (for yellow/green belt juniors only)
CONTINOUS SPARRING (for all other juniors & adults)

• Junior Coloured Belt Sparring - Belt divisions heights/weight further divided by age under 10yrs, 11-13yrs, 14-17yrs
• Junior Black Belt Sparring -  Height divisions further divided by age: up to 13yrs and 14-17yrs
• Veterans' divisions for age 40+ (where sufficient entries allow)

DESTRUCTION

• For male & female adult blue, red & black belt divisions

NB. If any division has insufficient entrants to allow for a competitive bout then at the Chief Umpires' discretion categories may be merged. Junior age ranges may also be amended for the same reason or if there is concern for the safety of junior competitors. 

• All competition areas are fully matted.
• Online bookings for competitors are now open at https://gti.wiredma.com 
• FREE entry for all spectators.
• Entries close at midnight on Thursday  30th November.

Best Black Belt Competitor Awards
This is the third competition of our 2023-2024 tournament season for the black belt rankings table . Black belt competitors from all associations have the opportunity to collect points for the black belt rankings table. Those with the most points at the end of the season will be awarded one of the coveted Best Black Belt Competitor awards!

Insurance
If your current organisation does not support you by extending your insurance cover for external events then we can offer liability and no-fault personal accident cover at a cost of £5 per entrant. If cover is required then it can be arranged on the day by visiting the admin desk. 

Officials
Umpires and Referees who are also entered to compete can claim a reimbursement of £20 against their entry fee. To qualify officials must have registered at the admin desk by 9.30am and reimbursements can be collected at the end of the event. All officials will be provided with lunch. 

Tournament Rules
A brief view of divisions can be seen at https://www.gti-taekwondo.com/tournament-rules or download a more comprehensive guide of the PDF version HERE

Online Entries
If your school/association has previously entered one of our competitions then your club's name will already be on the system, please select the correct one before submitting your entry. If your school is not shown then please ask your instructor to register as a new club, or get their permission to do so before proceeding.

Entry Fees:
Competitors - GTI Members £25, Non-GTI £30. This includes entry into both patterns and sparring.
Spectators - Free!
Doors open 9.30am

For any queries please contact the Tournament Entries Manager, Mr. John Newman at events@gti-taekwondo.com or call 07828 273055.

We look forward to seeing you there.

GTI Events Team.

GTI Masters Seminar

Sunday 29th October

Redditch

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to train with 4 Taekwondo Masters in a single day! A chance to benefit from their combined decades of experience and gain valuable insight into various aspects of taekwondo.

• Master Tony Sewell 8th dan - Kicking Development for Sparring Improvement
• Master George Cockburn 8th dan - Ground Fighting Techniques
• Master Paresh Bhadeshia 7th dan - Realistic Self-Defence
• Master Jason Burgess 7th dan - Practical Applications of Pattern Movements

All this for the bargain EARLY BIRD price of £49! (Book by 30th September; price will increase after this date.)

This event is open to both GTI and non-GTI practitioners.

 Ticket numbers are limited, so BOOK TODAY!

https://www.tickettailor.com/.../globaltaekwondoin.../962664

GTI Best Black Belt Competitor Awards 2020-2022

Winners of the GTI Best Black Belt Competitor Awards 2020 - 2022

From left to right:

BOYS PATTERNS: Callum Edwards (GTI Liverpool)

MENS SPARRING & PATTERNS: Joseph Cockburn (GTI Hinckley)

GIRLS SPARRING: Emma Leach (OMA - Universal TKD Academies)

For the current ongoing 2023/24 points table see Black Belt Rankings.

GTI SUMMER CAMP 2022

This year's GTI Summer Camp was held at Condover Hall in Shropshire from 8th to 10th July and was a resounding success with 66 members attending the three days of activities and two nights of socialising.

Activities such as kayaking, aerial trek, laser maze and trapeze were all taken on to challenge the individuals, build teamwork and have fun. Training sessions included self-defence, mobility drills, boxing and sparring drills and culminated in the annual 100 rounds of sponsored sparring on the Sunday to raise funds for several notable causes.

Food and accommodation were laid on for all those attending, removing all the hassle of catering, with a safe and encouraging environment for everyone.

The days finished off with toasting marshmallows around the camp fire, and a few drinks in the bar. The Summer Camp was a great experience for all involved. Thanks to everyone who supported the event.

Watch this space for details of next year, you don't want to miss out!

Master Dan Grade Promotion

The GTI are pleased to announce that 7th dan Master status has been awarded to Jason Burgess. The image shows Master Burgess being presented with his 7th dan certificate by the GTI Chairman, Master Cockburn 8th dan, at the 2020 GTI English Championships on 26th January.