THE Welsh Tae Kwon-Do National Championships took place in Cardiff, drawing over 750 talented competitors from across the UK. Among them were 12 determined students from Midsomer Norton TAGB Tae Kwon-Do, who travelled to the capital ready to test their skills, and they certainly delivered.

The local students brought home a remarkable 21 medals across a range of categories, from patterns to sparring and team events.

Those successful included: Lucy Barr - Bronze in Individual Patterns; Stefan Barr - Gold in Individual Sparring, Silver in TAG Team Sparring; Josh Longworth – Silver in TAG Team Sparring; Sydné Bell- Silver in Individual Patterns, Gold in Individual Sparring, Silver in TAG Team Sparring, Bronze in Team Patterns; Dexter Ovens-Bronze in TAG Team Sparring; Henry Smith - Bronze in TAG Team Sparring; Victoria Smith- Gold in TAG Team Sparring; Stu Bell- Silver in Individual Sparring, Bronze in TAG Team Sparring, Silver in Team Patterns; Matteo Dan- Silver in TAG Team Sparring; Arielle Barr- Bronze in Individual Sparring, Gold in TAG Team Sparring; Alex Kennett - Gold in Individual Sparring, Bronze in TAG Team Sparring, Silver in Team Patterns; Kobi Bennett - Silver in TAG Team Sparring.

Looking to the Future: The Welsh Nationals gave everyone a chance to grow, not just as martial artists, but as teammates and individuals. Events like this highlight the deeper values of Tae Kwon-Do: respect, perseverance, discipline, and unity. Every student gave their all, and we couldn’t be prouder of how they represented both themselves and the Midsomer Norton TAGB club.

Join Our Tae Kwon-Do Family: Inspired by our team’s success? Tae Kwon-Do is for everyone, whether you’re looking to build fitness, gain confidence, or learn self-defence in a welcoming and supportive environment. We welcome new members. Contact Ms. Fober at 07983 104286 or email [email protected].

Ms Edyta Fober

3rd Dan Instructor Midsomer Norton TAGB Tae Kwon-Do