III Darren Kelly

Since starting Taekwon-Do in 1991, Darren has pushed his own personal boundaries in order to attain the level he is at today.

After gaining his 1st Degree Black Belt in 1994 he continued with all the hard work and determination necessary to achieve his greater goal.

This was to become a Professional ITF Taekwon-Do Instructor to enable him to pass on the great knowledge and technique he felt was given to him. This was accomplished after successfully completing his Instructors certification in 1995. He has been Instructing now for 15 years and is also a qualified Umpire and Referee.

“I have enjoyed every minute of both practising and teaching Taekwon-Do. As a Professional Instructor, the feeling I get in seeing student’s progress is quite amazing. I have had great pleasure in teaching and see character grow in individuals as they further themselves in the Art.”

Darren achieved his third Degree Black Belt in 1999 under a Senior Panel of I.T.F Examiners. He continues to strive to become the complete martial artist.

His competitive career in Taekwon-Do has seen success at both National, Regional and European level. This success includes English, Scottish and British Team and Individual Championship titles in both sparring and patterns event. One his most proud moments were to be awarded the 1998 Instructor of the Year and also qualify and represent his Country, England in the 1998 World open Taekwon-Do Championships.

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