Welcome to Ildokwan — Bristol’s Traditional and Practical Chung Do Kwan Taekwondo School, dedicated to preserving the heritage, principles and practical purpose of Taekwondo.

Under Grand Master Andy Davies, 9th Dan, our teaching is influenced by his training and personal mentorship under Grand Master Kim Bok-Man, one of Taekwondo’s early pioneering figures.

We believe we have a responsibility to preserve and pass on the knowledge, principles and practical skills upon which Taekwondo was founded — developing confidence, self-discipline, respect and genuine martial ability rather than focusing solely on competition.

Honour the heritage. Preserve the principles. Practise the martial art.

Preserving the True Spirit of Taekwondo

While our Chief Instructor has competed at some of the highest levels—nationally and internationally starting in the mid 1970's, across full-contact, semi-contact, kickboxing, patterns, and extreme martial arts—and has coached champions including Junior World competitors and an Olympic Selection Championship winner, our focus goes far beyond competition. At Ildokwan, Taekwondo is first and foremost a practical martial art—designed for real-life application, personal development, and lifelong growth.

In contrast to many clubs that focus almost exclusively on sport-based training, rules and point scoring, our classes emphasise functional skills, traditional techniques, and meaningful progression. We are not simply developing competitors—we are shaping individuals. Our aim is to build confidence, discipline, resilience, and character, creating not just martial artists, but true champions of life.