968280571323360 White Tiger Martial Arts Tewkesbury
White Tiger Martial Arts is an award winning academy based in Tewkesbury Gloucestershire -
A CLUBMARK and SAFEGUARDING CODE IN MARTIAL ARTS accredited club.

White Tiger Martial Arts - Traditional Taekwon-Do, Kun Gek-Do (Korean Kickboxing), Children's Martial Arts & Self-Defence in Tewkesbury




Welcome

to White Tiger Martial Arts
Where Traditional Values Meet Real-World Experience
Formerly known as White Tiger Taekwon-Do & Self-Defence, White Tiger Martial Arts has grown into a full-spectrum academy offering:
  • Traditional Taekwon-Do
  • Korean Kickboxing (Kun Gek-Do)
  • The highly popular Tiger Cubs programme for young children
  • Based in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, our academy provides world-class martial arts training with a strong foundation in discipline, respect, self-confidence and personal development — for ages 4 and above.

    A Trusted and Accredited Martial Arts Academy
    White Tiger Martial Arts is proud to be recognised for excellence and professionalism through:
  • County “Club Standards” Award
  • National “Clubmark” Accreditation
  • Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts Certification
  • These credentials reflect our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of welfare, tuition, and safeguarding — giving parents and students peace of mind.

    Mr Paul Wanklyn – Founder & Chief Instructor
    With over 29 years of martial arts experience and 20+ years of front-line police service, Mr Wanklyn brings a level of real-world self-defence to the area. Where others teach what might work, we teach what has worked!
    His compassionate approach, professional discipline, and belief in each individual's potential shape every class. Alongside a team of dedicated assistants, he helps students realise the strength, courage and integrity within themselves — building not just martial artists, but
    life champions.

    Programmes Offered
  • Tiger Cubs (Ages 4–9) – A fun, structured introduction to martial arts focused on Basic martial arts skills, movement, balance, listening and life skills.
  • Traditional Taekwon-Do (Ages 9 and above) - Traditional classes focused on self-defence, anti-bullying, self-control, discipline, and confidence. A true black belt academy.
  • Kun Gek-Do (Korean Kickboxing for teens - adult) – A dynamic blend of Muay Thai and Traditional Taekwon-Do involving fitness, elbow and knee strikes, punches and blocks, kicks and self-defence.
  • We welcome students of all fitness levels, whether you're a complete beginner or looking to take your skills to the next level.

    Our Mission & Values
    At White Tiger Martial Arts, our mission is to develop the whole student — physically, mentally, emotionally and ethically.
    By setting realistic and meaningful goals, we help each student:
  • Gain confidence, character, and inner strength
  • Learn self-respect, resilience and self-discipline
  • Grow personally, professionally and socially
  • Work towards becoming a Black Belt in life, not just in martial arts
  • Our teaching is grounded in the core tenets of Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, and Indomitable Spirit— forming the foundation for lifelong success.

    What Our Students & Parents Say
    “As a woman, learning from someone with real-life policing experience gave me peace of mind. I feel prepared and safe.”
    “My son has grown in confidence and focus since joining the club. The staff are caring, professional, and fun.”
    “There’s no ego here. Just good, honest teaching that motivates you to be your best.”

    Get Started Today
    Join a martial arts academy that offers more than just kicks and punches. Train in an environment where values, safety and real-life skills matter.
    FREE TRIALS AVAILABLE

    SAFEGUARDING

    White Tiger Martial Arts is leading the charge in sports safeguarding, having successfully attained the Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts “mark”.

    Achieving the Safeguarding Code, demonstrates our commitment to upholding our duty-of-care to the community and young people and recognises our academy as a martial arts provider that has reached and effectively maintained excellent safeguarding standards. The Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts has been created so that parents and carers can clearly identify a martial arts provider that have demonstrated that they have reached and maintained good safeguarding standards and can make informed decisions when selecting a club for their child.

    Sue Harrison, Stakeholder Marketing at the Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts said:

    “We are delighted to see that so many clubs, including White Tiger Martial Arts, have successfully attained the Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts.

    “When making choices about martial arts schools, parents and carers can easily determine, and be reassured that clubs in their local area are committed to safeguarding and upholding safe practices for their children if they display the Safeguarding Code ‘mark’.”

    Parents and carers can clearly identify a martial arts provider that have demonstrated that they have reached and maintained good safeguarding standards and can make informed decisions when selecting a club for their child.




    Contact us



    Traditional Ch'ang-Hon Taekwon-Do


    Monday's & Wednesday's from 7pm

    Traditional and authentic Taekwon-do for Men, Women & children from 9 yrs and above.


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    Children's Martial Arts

    Saturday's from 11:45pm

    Specifically designed for children between the ages of 4 & 9 years of age.


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    Kun Gek-Do - Korean Kickboxing

    Friday's from 7:00pm - 8:30pm for Teens & Adults (13 yrs plus)


    Fitness - Self-Defence - Confidence - Toning - Weight Loss


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