01/06/2026
Club Grading โ Monday 13th July '26.
Students, your next belt is waiting...
Book your place. Bring your best.
Info: www.1st-taekwondo.com/grading
East Northants 1st Taekwondo is a friendly family-oriented Taekwondo club run by Philip Weston-Riley, 6th Degree Black Belt.
Our clubs are based in Corby, Kettering & Thrapston. We currently have over 220 members and also run classes in local schools.
01/06/2026
Club Grading โ Monday 13th July '26.
Students, your next belt is waiting...
Book your place. Bring your best.
Info: www.1st-taekwondo.com/grading
11/05/2026
10.05.26 Stamford Competition.
A brilliant time at a local competition - thank you to the organisers! Our students had great fun and brought home over 35 medals! Well done everyone, we're proud of you! ๐๐ฅ
Black Belt mindset on full display!๐ฅ
Two students, one goal: move together, stay sharp, and raise the standard. Team patterns like this show the power of commitment and partnership. ๐
28/04/2026
Grading Eve 27.04.26
Huge well done to our students who graded yesterday evening! Every belt earned represents hours of discipline, perseverance and commitment. Keep training with purpose! ๐
Our next club grading is Monday 13th July. We're looking forward to it already!
E: [email protected]
www.1st-taekwondo.com
20/04/2026
Congratulations to our new 1st Dan Black Belts, who attended their grading on Saturday (18th April). Your dedication, discipline, and hard work shone through during your grading. As a club, we're so proud of you and are honoured to be part of your taekwondo journey. What an amazing achievement! ๐ฅ๐ซ
16/03/2026
A massive well done to our very own Vicky, for her amazing efforts at the TAGB English Championships on 15th March at Worcester Arena. Your hard work, determination, and spirit truly shone through.
We are super proud of you, Vicky โ keep reaching for those goals and inspiring everyone around you! โญ๏ธ
Putting in the effort and work...
Sparring session in progress here! ๐
04/03/2026
Club Grading...
Monday 27th April. Students, book your place now for your next belt opportunity!
Further info can be found at:
www.1st-taekwondo.com/grading
E: [email protected]
25/02/2026
๐ Why Grade in Taekwondo? ๐
Progressing through Taekwondo isnโt just about belts โ itโs about building skills that last a lifetime. Hereโs what students may gain on their journey with us:
๐ฅ Confidence & Growth Mindset
Each grading pushes individuals to step outside their comfort zone and discover what theyโre truly capable of.
๐ฅ A Clear Path to Black Belt
Every grading is a milestone on the journey toward Black Belt โ a longโterm achievement that represents dedication, discipline, and perseverance.
๐ฅ Training Beyond School-Life
Taekwondo becomes a lifelong practice, continuing into college or university, apprenticeships, and work life.
๐ฅ Opportunities for Competition
Gradings open the door to sparring events, patterns competitions, that challenges and builds resilience.
๐ฅ A StandโOut Achievement
Black Belts are recognised for integrity, perseverance, and commitment.
๐ฅ A Fun, Dynamic Way to Stay Fit
Pad work, sparring, patterns, flexibility, strength โ keeps training exciting year after year.
๐ฅ Regular Goals to Work Toward
With the gradings, students stay motivated, focused, and driven on their path.
East Northants 1st Taekwondo are part of the TAGB and have classes available for all abilities; ages from 3 years and up.
Try Taekwondo with us today - we have a free trial offer too!
E: [email protected]
www.1st-taekwondo.com
20/02/2026
With over 30 years experience in Taekwondo, and as a fully qualified TAGB/BTC Instructor, it's peace of mind that when you join East Northants 1st Taekwondo, with Phil as head instructor, you are part of a professional set-up and association, within a taekwondo community, that wishes to help students achieve their potential.
E: [email protected]
www.1st-taekwondo.com