FUNdamental Taekwondo

What is FUndamental Taekwondo?

This is our programme for children aged between P1 and P4. You can be confident your child will enjoy taking part and progressing through the early stages of our wonderful Olympic sport and martial art of Taekwondo.

Your child will be motivated and encouraged to achieve their goals through a series of fun, friendly and structured lessons. This accumulates with our FUNdamental Taekwondo belt gradings when they reach the necessary standard.

Lead by:

Head Coach Bertie Nicholson (35+ years coaching experience)

Young girl in Taekwondo dobok practicing martial arts with foam sticks during training or class, with other children in Taekwondo uniforms lined up in the background.

When and Where?

Tuesday

6-6:45pm

Valley Leisure Centre

Newtownabbey

Thursday

6-6:45pm

Lough Moss Leisure Centre

Carryduff

What parents say?

Karen Frizzell - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“My daughter has gained confidence, resilience and is a lot more comfortable to try new things.”

Jason Finnegan - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“A fantastic club, with great coaches who make it fun for the the kids.”

Claire Brannigan - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“We’re so glad we found this club, it’s been a positive experience from day one!”

Who Coaches?

Head Coach Bertie Nicholson of Ulidia Taekwondo.
Coach Liza Nicholson of Ulidia Taekwondo.
James Nicholson in a taekwondo uniform with a gold medal around his neck, at the Harrogate Open 2025.
Julie McKenna wearing a white taekwondo uniform with black trim and a black belt, coach at Ulidia Taekwondo.
Rheanna McGlinchey a coach at Ulidia Taekwondo, smiling and posing with fists raised.

Rheanna McGlinchey

Liza Nicholson

Bertie Nicholson

Julie McKenna

James Nicholson

Our coaching team has over 100 years of combined experience teaching Taekwondo, including many years working with young children.

Your child will be supported by friendly, qualified black belts passionate about helping beginners grow.

Find out more about our coaches in the About section!

Frequently Asked Questions!

Three children in costumes at the Ulidia Taekwondo Halloween Class, a girl dressed as a witch, a girl in a ninja outfit, and a girl in a dinosaur costume, standing indoors with a painted tree in the background.

Q: What should my child wear/bring?
Comfortable clothing for the first week i.e. joggers and t-shirt. Uniform is included in the intro offer. Make sure to bring water!

Q: Can my child try a class first?
Yes! Contact us or come along for a FREE trial.

Q: Is it safe?
Absolutely. All activities are age‑appropriate and led by experienced instructors who have child safeguarding qualifications.

Q: Do parents watch or drop off?
Usually we encourage parents to watch the first few weeks to see how their child is getting on. Afterwards it is personal preference.

Pricing?

Three young girls from Ulidia Taekwondo in martial arts uniforms holding medals at a competition.
A young male martial artist receiving a belt from his instructor in a taekwondo class, with other students practicing in the background in a dojang.

Cost?

£4.50 per class if paying monthly

£5 per class if paying as you go

Introductory offer

£48 for 6 weeks training, your suit and insurance!

How to join?

1. Send us a message letting us know you’re interested.

2. Come along and enjoy your first session!

Try Your First Class Free!
Group of children in martial arts uniforms holding colored belts, standing in a dojang after grading success at Ulidia Taekwondo.