Gateshead Taekwon-Do

IMPORTANT UPDATE TO CLASSES - Thursday 25th July
Due to circumstances beyond our control there will be no classes for today only. The Summer schedule will resume on Monday 29th July. Apologies for any inconvenience.

SUMMER SCHEDULE
We are running an amended schedule while we are open over the summer.
6pm-7pm: All Colourbelts (including Ninjas - normally Thursdays at 5.45pm)
7pm-8.30pm: Black belts.
As always, please let us know if you are unable to come to class.

WELL DONE!
Congratulations to all the TKD Kids who were successful in their stripe tests this week. You all worked very hard. Don't forget that you need to keep learning your Korean words and practising your techniques so that you can keep getting better! 👊

TKD KIDS - SUMMER FUN SESSION?
Next week is our last week of term and then we'll be having our usual Summer break.
If any of our TKD Kids (and your friends/siblings between 4-8 years of age) would like us to put on an extra session (or sessions) before our summer break then please let us know. This would take place on either a Monday or Thursday and would depend on numbers interested and cost just £5 per child for the 30-minute session.
Get in touch to let us know if/when you'd like us to hold the session and we'll see if it will be possible.

Big turnout at the TAE Technical Seminar today. Well done to our students who attended- proud of you!
Great to see the enthusiasm for learning and continuing General Choi's legacy. 👊

TKD Kids - STRIPE TESTS
A reminder that all fees need to be paid up to date ahead of the stripe tests next week please (all fees are due on 1st of the month).
As always, if your child cannot make it to class, please let us know in advance.
Many thanks.

Tyne Bridge road closure for 8 nights and 1 day in July | Newcastle City Council Road closures will see Great North Run signs put up, the Great North 10K and more inspections.

REMINDER
Please check the renewal date on your TAE licence.
If your licence is close to expiry, please see the instructor as soon as possible to renew.

Thank you! 👊❤️

Today marks the 57th anniversary of Taekwon-Do's introduction to the UK on July 2nd, 1967.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Grand Master Rhee Ki Ha, who brought this incredible martial art to our shores.

HOLIDAY TIME
Can all junior and senior students let us know as soon as possible when your planned absences from class (hols!) will be so that we can confirm our Summer closure?
Many thanks.

TKD KIDS NEWS!
It is nearly the end of the Summer Term and our stripe tests will take place on Monday 8th and Thursday 11th July.
Our last classes of the term will be on Monday 15th and Thursday 18th July, then we have a little break until we come back in September.
As always, if you cannot attend your class, let us know as soon as possible.

WARNING - ALL STUDENTS!
Please remember to bring water with you to class - it's hot, hot, hot, and dehydration is NOT an option!!! 😎🫗🥤☀️☀️☀️

CLUB HOODIE ORDERS
Please get your orders in this week.
Adult sizes from 34 inch chest (XS) to 52 inch (XXL). £35
Child sizes: Ages 3/4, 5/6, 7/8, 9/11 years. £30

Welsh Champion 2024!
Huge congratulations to Alice who competed in the Open Welsh Championships today, achieving a gold medal in special technique.
Fantastic effort - all of us at Gateshead Taekwon-Do are very proud of you!
Well done!

Technical Seminar with the three TAE Masters at Sport Central, Saturday 6th July 2024.
Open to TAE students aged 10 years and over.
See your instructor for details.

On June 15, the entire Taekwon-Do community around the globe commemorates the passing of the father of Taekwon-Do: Gen. Choi Hong-Hi.
The founder and first president of our federation passed away 22 years today.

On June 15, the entire Taekwon-Do community around the globe commemorates the passing of the father of Taekwon-Do: Gen. Choi Hong-Hi.
The founder and first president of our federation passed away 22 years today.
What do you remember of him?
Let us know in the comments.

CLUB HOODIE ORDERS BEING TAKEN NOW!
Junior and adult sizes
Full zip, contrast hood lining, fleece jacket.
See instructor for details as soon as possible.

REMINDER
Just a reminder that there are no classes on tonight (Thursday 6th June) due to our split week half-term arrangements. We are back in as normal on Monday 10th June. Don't forget to practice at home!
Remember - if you can't make it to class, you need to let us know as soon as possible please!

CHALLENGE ACCEPTED AND WE SMASHED IT!
Well, that's all of our classes in May done now and we've completed the May Fitness Fun Challenge.
Every class in May saw all colour belt and black belt students doing 100 squats, 100 push-ups and 100 sit-ups during the class.
Well done to all of you - you did brilliantly and moved forwards with your fitness goals!
What will June bring, I wonder......👊

REMINDER-THURSDAY 30th MAY
All classes are on as normal tonight, so if you can't make it please let us know as soon as possible.
See you all later!

LATE MAY BANK HOLIDAY & HALF-TERM CLOSURES

We are CLOSED for this Bank Holiday - Monday (27th May).
All classes are ON as normal on Thursday 30th May.
All classes are ON as normal on Monday 3rd June.
We are CLOSED on Thursday 6th June.
All classes back as normal from Monday 10th June.

Students may attend on different days during the 2 weeks to catch up classes. PLEASE let us know in advance if you cannot make a class over half term or wish to attend on a different day to catch up a class.

This posted on Facebook this evening. Not sure how long any closures/diversions will be in place for, but it may affect some of our students.
Please be aware you may need extra time for your journey to class. If you're likely to be a bit late, please let us know.

Traffic bulletin: Emergency lane closures on A1(M) southbound near Gateshead following discovery of mine workings

Significant delays are expected to continue on the A1(M) in Tyne and Wear during the evening peak traffic period today (22 May) until a full southbound closure can be put in place between junction 68 and junction 65 at around 7pm this evening.

The emergency closure has been put in place for further investigations and remedial work following the discovery of issues with mine workings near the carriageway.

When the emergency full southbound closure is lifted tomorrow (23 May) morning at 6am there will still be a lane 2 closure southbound between junctions 66 (Eighton Lodge) and just past the junction 65 (Birtley) exit slip for the safety of road users.

The junction 65 southbound exit slip will also remain closed. This will mean there will still be no access to the A1231 from the A1 southbound. Significant delays are expected so please consider alternative routes or not travelling unless absolutely necessary.

We will continue to issue updates as it becomes clear how long the closures will be needed for.

Engineers on the A1(M) Birtley to Coal House scheme between junctions 65 and 67 discovered the mine workings overnight on 21 May. Additional investigations today have found a four-metre void close to the carriageway.

National Highways Project Manager Helen Burrow said:

“The void was backfilled and made safe; however, for the continued safety of drivers and the workforce, we’re putting the closures in place while we carry out additional investigations and make permanent repairs.

“Unfortunately, these closures will require diversions and lead to delays; however, they are essential to make sure everybody gets to their destination safely.

“We strongly advise everyone planning to travel in this area this week to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journeys, avoid the area and find alternative routes if at all possible. They may wish to delay their journeys and avoid travelling during peak times.”

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Further updates will be shared on the Birtley to Coal House web page and the X (Twitter) feed. The National Highways customer contact centre is also available at 0300 123 5000 or email [email protected]

FOUND - the Moon! 🌙
Has anyone lost a small silver crescent moon-shaped stud at class tonight (just the stud, no back on it)?
Please get in touch.

ITF ENGLAND EXCLUSIVE!

A fantastic opportunity to take part in an exclusive seminar with the two ITF England Grand Masters.

Deadline for registration is Sunday 26th May, so make sure you register now!

Open to ITF England black belts ONLY!

Contact your affiliate for details.

www.itfengland.com

LOST PROPERTY
If anyone has left a child's pink jacket at class, it has been locked away safely and can be collected next week.
Would the owner's parent/carer please get in touch as soon as possible. Thanks.

HYDRATION ALERT!
Don't forget to bring a bottle of water with you to training tonight!