KUP Grading, Ashford - 20th July 2025
2025-07-20 13:00 - 19:00 (Europe/London)
Dear Way Taekwondo Members,
“KUP Grading Only for Ashford Club members.”
We’re excited to share our upcoming plan for the KUP Grading with you. Going forward, we won’t be recommending students for their KUP Grading anymore. Instead, we encourage you to apply for Grading once you’ve completed the required training. To get eligible, students must attend minimum 12 lesson since their last grading. Please take the time to carefully read through all the information provided on the form before submitting your KUP Grading application.
Date: 20th July 2025
Time:

Juniors Group: Registration: 1pm-1:30pm, Exam: 1:30pm-3:30pm & 3:30-4pm: Result announcement

Seniors Group: Registration: 4pm-4:30pm, Exam: 4:30pm-6:30pm & 6:30-7pm: Result announcement

Venue: Stour Centre, Station Approach, Ashford TN23 1ET Click Here
Please ensure that your application form is submitted by 13th July 2025.
Dress Code and Equipment:
For your grading, please ensure you have the following:
1. Students must wear a Taekwondo Uniform with belt.
2. Full protective gear.
3. Water bottle.
4. Medications (if needed).
*NOTE: If you are under medication or have any injury which may affect your grading, you must notify the Grading panel.
Best wishes,
The Way TKD Team
Grading Application Form

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KUP Grading, Folkestone – 16th November 2025
2025-11-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Broomfield Hall, 37 Broomfield Rd, Folkestone, CT19 4DJ
🥋 KUP Grading Announcement – Folkestone Club Members Only
Dear Way Taekwondo Members,
We’re excited to announce our upcoming KUP Grading for Folkestone Club members!
From now on, students will apply for grading themselves instead of waiting for an instructor’s recommendation. This helps everyone take charge of their own progress and ensures all applicants meet the grading requirements.
📋 Eligibility Criteria
To take part in the KUP Grading, students must:

Have completed at least 12 lessons in the last 3–4 months
Be confident and up to standard at their current level before grading for the next
Submit the application form before the closing date

🗓 Grading Details
Date: Sunday, 16th November 2025Venue: Broomfield Hall, Broomfield Rd,Folkestone CT19 4DJ Click Here
Time: 9am – 12pm

Registration: 9:00 am – 9:30 am
Exam: 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Results: 11:30 am – 12:00 pm

📝 Application Information

Closing Date: 9th November 2025
KUP Grading Application Form — please read all instructions carefully before submitting.

👕 Dress Code & Equipment
Please ensure you bring the following to your grading:

Full Taekwondo uniform (dobok) with belt
Full protective gear
Water bottle
Any required medications

Note: If you are currently on medication or have an injury that may affect your grading, please inform the grading panel in advance.

Best wishes,The Way TKD Team

KUP Grading, Ashford – 16th November 2025
2025-11-16 13:00 - 19:00 | The Stour Centre, Station Approach,, Ashford, TN23 1ET
🥋 KUP Grading Announcement – Ashford Club Members Only
Dear Way Taekwondo Members,
We’re excited to announce our upcoming KUP Grading for Ashford Club members!
From now on, students will apply for grading themselves instead of waiting for an instructor’s recommendation. This helps everyone take charge of their own progress and ensures all applicants meet the grading requirements.

📋 Eligibility Criteria
To take part in the KUP Grading, students must:

Have completed at least 12 lessons in the last 3–4 months
Be confident and up to standard at their current level before grading for the next
Submit the application form before the closing date

🗓 Grading Details
Date: Sunday, 16th November 2025Venue: Stour Centre, Station Approach, Ashford TN23 1ET
Juniors Group:

Registration: 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Exam: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Results: 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Seniors Group:

Registration: 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Exam: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Results: 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

📝 Application Information

Closing Date: 9th November 2025
KUP Grading Application Form — please read all instructions carefully before submitting.

👕 Dress Code & Equipment
Please ensure you bring the following to your grading:

Full Taekwondo uniform (dobok) with belt
Full protective gear
Water bottle
Any required medications

Note: If you are currently on medication or have an injury that may affect your grading, please inform the grading panel in advance.

Best wishes,
The Way TKD Team

Dan Grading - 6th December 2025
2025-12-06 12:00 - 16:00 | The Stour Centre, Station Approach,, Ashford, TN23 1ET
Hi everyone,
We’re excited to let you know that on 6th December 2025, we’re hosting a Local Dan Grading in Ashford, Kent, just for members of British Taekwondo up to 5th Dan. If you’re interested in attending, we recommend joining our Martial Art Training Seminar on 25th October 2025
For your information, We will be following British Taekwondo Dan Grading Syllabus 2025.
1st, 2nd & 3rd Dan Grading Syllabus 4th & 5th Dan Grading Syllabus
How to Apply?
Step – 1
First, all the candidates must be recommended by their Master. Way Taekwondo Dan Grading candidates will be recommended after 25th October 2025 once they attend Dan Grading Seminar.
Before you follow step – 2, prepare your PP size photo in jpeg format below 300kb size. do not use Safari browser, use Chrome browser.
Step – 2
You must create TCON ID Create here Or already have ID but forgot it? to find Click here.
Step – 3
Provide all the documents that listed on the application form. (If you are Red-black 1st KUP applying for 1st dan/poom, provide list [a] or if you are already Black belt and applying for 2nd Dan and above, provide list [b].
[a] KUP Certificate from 4th KUP to 1st KUP (only last 4 certificates), Applicants who are not UK citizens must provide documentation verifying their residency status.
[b] Current Kukkiwon Dan certificate, Certificate that provided by Examiner on your last Dan Grading, Applicants who are not UK citizens must provide documentation verifying their residency status.
Step – 4
Complete Dan Application form. Find the form below.
Application deadline is 15th November 2025. Click here to find DAN APPLICATION FORM 2025.
Step – 5
Payment for the Grading. Please find payment details below. Transfer Grading fee to Way Taekwondo Bank Account after you complete your step – 4.
Dan Grading Fee
1st Kup – 1st Dan: £155
1st Dan – 2nd Dan: £190
2nd Dan – 3rd Dan: £220
3rd Dan – 4th Dan: £295
4th Dan – 5th Dan: £455
*Dan Grading Fee are not refundable.
Way Taekwondo Bank details for payments
Pay to: Way Taekwondo
Short Code: 20-02-62
Account No: 83143783
Payment Reference: Student ID or Full Name
Way TKD Candidates Name List:

Ser No
Name
Grade
Status

1
Shikhar Lopchan
3rd Dan
Application completed

2
George James Jason Lock
2nd Dan
Application completed

3
Daisy Rebecca Susan Lock
2nd Dan
Application completed

4
Johev Gurung
2nd Dan
Application Completed

5
Aavam Pariyar
2nd Dan
Application Completed

6
Maulik Limbu
1st Dan
Application Completed

7
Ameerah Balogun
1st Dan
Application Completed

8
Nursang Sherpa
1st Dan
Application Completed

9
Hana Kramberger
1st Dan
Application completed

10
Miksen Limbu
1st KUP
Application Completed

11
Prapti Jugjali
1st KUP
Application Completed

12
Krisha Gauchan
1st KUP
Application Completed

13
Aaron Gurung
1st KUP
Application Completed

14
Aarav Pandey
1st KUP
Application completed

16
Cadence Sum Nga Lee
1st KUP
Application completed

17
Prosper Sherchan
1st KUP
Application completed

18
Hayden Thapa
1st KUP
Application completed

19
Kye Rai
1st KUP
Application Completed

20
Chirayu Rai
1st KUP
Application completed

21
Samik Neupane
1st KUP
Application completed

22
Nathaniel Daly
1st KUP
Application completed

23
Dipson Gurung
1st KUP
Application Completed

24
Rinchhen Sherpa
1st KUP
Application Completed

25
Asbin Thapa
1st KUP
Application Completed

26
Shadin Pun
1st KUP
Application Completed

27
Nevan Gurung
1st KUP
Application Completed

28
Mayson Rai
1st KUP
Application Completed

29
Tanish Karkera
1st KUP
Application Completed

30
Eryk Skora
1st KUP
Application Completed

Red-Black Belt Grading - 26th February 2026
2026-02-26 18:00 - 19:30
Red-Black Belt Grading
For Red Belt members only!
Get ready for the upcoming Red-Black Belt Grading on Thursday, February 26th, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
The grading will be held at Broomfield Hall, 37 Broomfield Rd, Folkestone CT19 4DJ.
Grading Fee: £70
To be eligible, you must have:

Attended six months of regular training since your last grading.
Completed a minimum of 24 lessons.

Candidates:
1. Salina Rana
2. Celina Gurung
3. Isla Jane Jones
4. Thomas Reed
Thank you.
Grading Application Form
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KUP Grading, Folkestone – 22nd March 2026
2026-03-22 09:00 - 12:00
🥋 KUP Grading Announcement
Folkestone Club Members Only

Dear Way Taekwondo Members,
We’re excited to announce our upcoming KUP Grading for Folkestone Club members!
From now on, students will apply for grading themselves instead of waiting for an instructor’s recommendation. This helps everyone take charge of their own progress and ensures all applicants meet the grading requirements.

📋 Eligibility Criteria
To take part in the KUP Grading, students must:

Have completed at least 12 lessons in the last 3–4 months.
Be confident and up to standard at their current level.
Submit the application form before the closing date.

🗓 Grading Details
Date: Sunday, 22nd March 2026
Venue: Broomfield Hall, Broomfield Rd, Folkestone CT19 4DJ
Total Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Grading Schedule

Registration: 9:00 am – 9:30 am
Exam: 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Results: 11:30 am – 12:00 pm

📝 Application Information
Closing Date: 16th March 2026

KUP Grading Application Form

Please read all instructions carefully before submitting.

Check your application status
➔

💳 Payment Details

Grading Fee: £35/candidate
Pay To: Way Taekwondo
Short Code: 20-02-62
Account Number: 83143783
Reference: Student ID or Full Name

👕 Dress Code & Equipment

Full Taekwondo uniform (dobok) with belt
Full protective gear
Water bottle
Any required medications

Note: If you are currently on medication or have an injury that may affect your grading, please inform the grading panel in advance.

Best wishes,
Way TKD

KUP Grading, Ashford – 22nd March 2026
2026-03-22 13:00 - 19:00
🥋 KUP Grading Announcement
Ashford Club Members Only

Dear Way Taekwondo Members,
We’re excited to announce our upcoming KUP Grading for Ashford Club members!
From now on, students will apply for grading themselves instead of waiting for an instructor’s recommendation. This helps everyone take charge of their own progress and ensures all applicants meet the grading requirements.

📋 Eligibility Criteria
To take part in the KUP Grading, students must:

Have completed at least 12 lessons in the last 3–4 months.
Be confident and up to standard at their current level.
Submit the application form before the closing date.

🗓 Grading Details
Date: Sunday, 22nd March 2026
Venue: Stour Centre, Station Approach, Ashford TN23 1ET

Juniors Group

Registration: 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Exam: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Results: 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Seniors Group

Registration: 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Exam: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Results: 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

📝 Application Information
Closing Date: 16th March 2026

KUP Grading Application Form

Please read all instructions carefully before submitting.

Check your application status
➔

💳 Payment Details
Grading Fee: £35/candidate
Pay To: Way Taekwondo
Short Code: 20-02-62
Account Number: 83143783
Reference: Student ID or Full Nam

👕 Dress Code & Equipment

Full Taekwondo uniform (dobok) with belt
Full protective gear
Water bottle
Any required medications

Note: If you are currently on medication or have an injury that may affect your grading, please inform the grading panel in advance.

Best wishes,
Way TKD

Red Belt to Red Black Belt Grading - 12th May 2026
2026-05-12 07:30 - 21:00
Red-Black Belt Grading
For Red Belt members only!
Get ready for the upcoming Red-Black Belt Grading on Tuesday,May 2026, from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
The grading will be held at St Simon Stock Catholic Church, Brookfield Rd, Ashford TN23 4EU.
To be eligible, you must have:

Attended six months of regular training since your last grading.
Completed a minimum of 24 lessons.

Please mark the date.
Thank you.
Grading Application Form
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KUP Grading, Folkestone – 19th July 2026
2026-07-19 09:00 - 12:00
🥋 KUP Grading Announcement

Folkestone Club Members Only

Dear Way Taekwondo Members,
We’re excited to announce our upcoming KUP Grading for Folkestone Club members!
From now on, students will apply for grading themselves instead of waiting for an instructor’s recommendation. This helps everyone take charge of their own progress and ensures all applicants meet the grading requirements.

📋 Eligibility Criteria
To take part in the KUP Grading, students must:

Have completed at least 12 lessons in the last 3–4 months.
Be confident and up to standard at their current level.
Submit the application form before the closing date.

🗓 Grading Details
Date: Sunday, 19th July 2026
Venue: Broomfield Hall, Broomfield Rd, Folkestone CT19 4DJ
Total Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Grading Schedule

Registration: 9:00 am – 9:30 am
Exam: 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Results: 11:30 am – 12:00 pm

📝 Application Information
Closing Date: 10th July 2026
KUP Grading Application Form

Check your application status ➔

Please read all instructions carefully before submitting.

💳 Payment Details

Grading Fee: £35/candidate
Pay To: Way Taekwondo
Short Code: 20-02-62
Account Number: 83143783
Reference: Student ID or Full Name

👕 Dress Code & Equipment

Full Taekwondo uniform (dobok) with belt
Full protective gear
Water bottle
Any required medications

Note: If you are currently on medication or have an injury that may affect your grading, please inform the grading panel in advance.

Best wishes,
Way TKD

KUP Grading, Ashford – 19th July 2026
2026-07-19 13:00 - 19:00
🥋 KUP Grading Announcement

Ashford Club Members Only

Dear Way Taekwondo Members,
We’re excited to announce our upcoming KUP Grading for Ashford Club members!
From now on, students will apply for grading themselves instead of waiting for an instructor’s recommendation. This helps everyone take charge of their own progress and ensures all applicants meet the grading requirements.

📋 Eligibility Criteria
To take part in the KUP Grading, students must:

Have completed at least 12 lessons in the last 3–4 months.
Be confident and up to standard at their current level.
Submit the application form before the closing date.

🗓 Grading Details
Date: Sunday, 19th July 2026
Venue: Stour Centre, Station Approach, Ashford TN23 1ET

Juniors Group

Registration: 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Exam: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Results: 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Seniors Group

Registration: 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Exam: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Results: 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

📝 Application Information
Closing Date: 10th July 2026
KUP Grading Application Form

Check your application status ➔

Please read all instructions carefully before submitting.

💳 Payment Details
Grading Fee: £35/candidate
Pay To: Way Taekwondo
Short Code: 20-02-62
Account Number: 83143783
Reference: Student ID or Full Name

👕 Dress Code & Equipment

Full Taekwondo uniform (dobok) with belt
Full protective gear
Water bottle
Any required medications

Note: If you are currently on medication or have an injury that may affect your grading, please inform the grading panel in advance.

Best wishes,
Way TKD

Dan Grading - Sat 25th July 2026
2026-07-25 12:00 - 17:00 | The Stour Centre, Station Approach,, Ashford, TN23 1ET
Attention: All Dan Grading Candidates
Please be advised that the next Dan Grading is scheduled for Saturday, 25th July 2026. This grading is open to all British Taekwondo members, including Way Taekwondo students.
Event Details

Date: Saturday, 25th July 2026, 12pm – 5pm
Eligibility: Open to all British Taekwondo licensed members eligible for promotion.
Application Closing Date: Friday 10th July 2026

Full event information, panel details, and the complete Dan Grading Syllabus are available below. Please prioritise this date in your training schedule.
Candidates must meet certain criteria outlined below:

📋 Grading Eligibility Criteria
▼

Dan / Poom Grading Eligibility Criteria
This section outlines the requirements for progression to Dan (Black Belt) and Poom (Junior Black Belt) grades, as governed by international standards (Kukkiwon).

Target Grade
Requirement 1 (Training/Time)
Requirement 2 (Documentation)

1st Dan / Poom
Must have completed a minimum of six (6) months of training since the last Kup Grading.
Provide copies of 4th KUP to 1st KUP certificates.

2nd Dan / Poom
Must have held the 1st Dan / Poom grade for a minimum of one (1) year.
Provide a copy of your current Kukkiwon Certificate.

3rd Dan / Poom
Must have held the 2nd Dan / Poom grade for a minimum of two (2) years.
Provide a copy of your current Kukkiwon Certificate.

4th Dan
Must have held the 3rd Dan grade for a minimum of three (3) years and minimum age 18 years old.
Provide a copy of your current Kukkiwon Certificate.

5th Dan
Must have held the 4th Dan grade for a minimum of four (4) years and minimum age 22 years old.
Provide a copy of your current Kukkiwon Certificate.

Mandatory Application Notes

Instructor Recommendation: The candidate must be formally recommended by their Instructor or a higher-grade Master to proceed with the application.
T-con ID Creation: All candidates must create a T-con ID before submitting their application.

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British Taekwondo Membership profile and belt section must be up to date. Click here to keep up to date.
Residency Documentation (Non-UK Citizens): Applicants who are not UK citizens must provide documentation verifying their legal residency status.

Dan / Poom Grading Fees (Black Belt Examination)
The following fees apply for candidates testing for their Black Belt (Dan) and Junior Black Belt (Poom) grades. These fees cover the examination, Kukkiwon certification, and associated administrative costs.

Grading Transition
Fee per Candidate 2025

1st Kup – 1st Dan / Poom
£155.00

1st Dan – 2nd Dan / Poom
£190.00

2nd Dan – 3rd Dan / Poom
£220.00

3rd Dan – 4th Dan
£295.00

4th Dan – 5th Dan
£455.00

📄 View Syllabus (PDF)

✍️ Application Form
Thank you,
Way Taekwondo

Red Belt to Red Black Belt Grading - 15th Sept 2026
2026-09-15 07:30 - 21:00
Red-Black Belt Grading
For Red Belt members only!
Get ready for the upcoming Red-Black Belt Grading on Tuesday 15th September 2026, from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
The grading will be held at St Simon Stock Catholic Church, Brookfield Rd, Ashford TN23 4EU.
To be eligible, you must have:

Attended six months of regular training since your last grading.
Completed a minimum of 24 lessons.

Please mark the date.
Thank you.
Grading Application Form
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KUP Grading, Folkestone – 15th November 2026
2026-11-15 09:00 - 12:00
Dear Way Taekwondo Members,
We are planning ahead for next year! Please note that the next KUP Grading for Folkestone members is scheduled for:
Sunday, 15th November 2026
Detailed information regarding times and specific requirements will be published in due course. For now, please make a note of this date in your diary.
Thank you,
Way Taekwondo

KUP Grading, Ashford – 15th November 2026
2026-11-15 13:00 - 19:00
Dear Way Taekwondo Members,
We are planning ahead for next year! Please note that the next KUP Grading for Ashford members is scheduled for:
Sunday, 15th November 2026
Detailed information regarding times and specific requirements will be published in due course. For now, please make a note of this date in your diary.
Thank you,
Way Taekwondo

Dan Grading - Sat 5th December 2026
2026-12-05 12:00 - 17:00
Attention: All Dan Grading Candidates
Please be advised that the next Dan Grading is scheduled for late 2026. This grading is open to all British Taekwondo members, including Way Taekwondo students.
Event Details:

Date: Saturday, 5th December 2026

Eligibility: Open to all British Taekwondo licensed members eligible for promotion.

Dan Grading Seminar: Before 6 weeks of this date, we will be organising Seminar for you.

Detailed venue information, panel details, and Dan Grading Syllabus requirements will be circulated closer to the time. For now, please prioritise this date in your training schedule.
Thank you,
Way Taekwondo
