Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do

Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do,
Build Confidence, Respect and Focus - One Class at a Time. The ancient Korean martial art of Tae Kwon-Do in Cinderford.

We're family friendly, teaching students aged 6 to adult. Instructor - Mr Ken Penman. Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do was opened by husband and wife team, Kenneth Penman & Melinda Shaw-Penman in June 2009. Ken is 2nd Dan Instructor, and Mel is 3rd Dan Co-Instructor. We’re both fully insured with enhanced DBS certifications, and First Aid, Safeguarding and SEND Inclusion qualifications. We have 42 years of

Tae Kwon-Do experience between us. We’re a family run, family friendly club; our adult-sized children, Anwen, Rhiannon and Thomas are also Black Belts, training since 2004, and are involved in helping out at our clubs (when time allows), and our youngest, Seren, started training at the age of nearly 3 in 2011, became a Black Belt in 2019. Classes are held at:
The Miners Welfare Hall, Wesley Rd, Cinderford, GL14 2JN
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Mondays - All Grades 6-7.30pm

Tuesdays - Beginners - Blue Stripe 6-7pm
Blue Belt – Black Belt 7-8pm

Wednesdays - All Grades - 6-7pm

Saturdays - All Grades 10am-midday

Office hours
Monday-Thursday: 9am-3pm

Email: [email protected]
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Happy happy happy 17th birthday to Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do!It was at 3pm on 2nd June 2009 that we held our first lesson.T...
02/06/2026

Happy happy happy 17th birthday to Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do!
It was at 3pm on 2nd June 2009 that we held our first lesson.
Thank you to everyone we've met along the way, here's to many more years to come! 🎂🥋🎈🎁

WHAT’S YOUR ‘WHY’?We recently asked the students at Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do, “What’s Your ‘Why’?” Why did you start Tae K...
18/05/2026

WHAT’S YOUR ‘WHY’?

We recently asked the students at Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do, “What’s Your ‘Why’?”
Why did you start Tae Kwon-Do?
It may have been a New Years’ Resolution, a conscious decision to get fit, a need to socialise, a medical referral, anything.

What do you get out of training?

How is Tae Kwon-Do helping you?

What's your ultimate goal?

Fancy trying something new? What will be your ‘Why’?

This week's 'What's Your Why?' is from a young lady who joined us just a year ago from The Philippines...

At first, I was really shy! But then, days later, I became close to almost everyone! they all are very friendly! I never thought I'd be this confident! Thanks to everyone! I became confident and more stronger! Though, I can't really do sparring! I did do taekwondo back then at the Philippines! But we have these called Kyorugi - for peoples who do sparrings!
Poomsae - for people who only do performings!
Well I only do performings at Philippines so I'm not used to sparrings!

I'll tell you! I learned much more in Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do! They taught me more techniques! I became stronger!

They sometimes make trainings more fun! It's like playing a game! But with more power or energy and confidence!

Don't be vulnerable!

I learned, self confidence and self defense!

Mr and Mrs P, made everyone feel welcome!

Everyone is very friendly! Especially the older ones!

No need to be scared when making a mistake! They help you understand what to do!

Fear isn't the answer! Confidence is!

Thanks to great coaches! Mr & Mrs P!

WHAT’S YOUR ‘WHY’?We recently asked the students at Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do, “What’s Your ‘Why’?” Why did you start Tae K...
11/05/2026

WHAT’S YOUR ‘WHY’?

We recently asked the students at Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do, “What’s Your ‘Why’?”
Why did you start Tae Kwon-Do?
It may have been a New Years’ Resolution, a conscious decision to get fit, a need to socialise, a medical referral, anything.

What do you get out of training?

How is Tae Kwon-Do helping you?

What's your ultimate goal?

Fancy trying something new? What will be your ‘Why’?

This week's 'What's Your Why?' is from a young man who shows up, steps up, and never gives up...

Why did you start Tae Kwon-Do?
I started Tae Kwon-Do because my head teacher knew I was struggling with my ADHD and said Cinderford TKD would help me focus and feel included.

What do you get out of training?
After training I feel really calm and focused. The next day I usually have a really good day.

How is Tae Kwon-Do helping you?
It’s helping me concentrate more, not just in Tae Kwon-Do but in school too. I’m doing better in both.

What is your ultimate goal?
My goal is to become a black belt and then be an instructor so I can help other kids like me.

Mirren, Kain, Jack... and now Scarlett! ✅ 🥋The Bennie Bunch is finally all here! We’re thrilled to have the full set tra...
06/05/2026

Mirren, Kain, Jack... and now Scarlett! ✅ 🥋
The Bennie Bunch is finally all here! We’re thrilled to have the full set training with us. A huge welcome to the Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do family, Scarlett!👊

Ready to start your own martial arts journey? DM us to get started! 🥋


WHAT’S YOUR ‘WHY’?We recently asked the students at Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do, “What’s Your ‘Why’?” Why did you start Tae K...
04/05/2026

WHAT’S YOUR ‘WHY’?

We recently asked the students at Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do, “What’s Your ‘Why’?”
Why did you start Tae Kwon-Do?
It may have been a New Years’ Resolution, a conscious decision to get fit, a need to socialise, a medical referral, anything.

What do you get out of training?

How is Tae Kwon-Do helping you?

What's your ultimate goal?

Fancy trying something new? What will be your ‘Why’?

This week's 'What's Your Why?' is from a young lady who started her Tae Kwon-Do journey in 2010, dropped out due to GCSEs, and is now back with a vengeance 😁🥋...

My parents signed me up for Tae Kwon-Do at a very young age, trying to encourage me to do different after school activities. After trying and quitting multiple hobbies, this special martial art stuck with me and was by far my favourite! (still is now!!!)

Training brings me a sense of self accomplishment. Trying new things and also being good and perfecting others. In my opinion it is the best feeling in the world. During lessons, seeing lower grades and the younger students try and learn things from you is an indescribable experience as well.

On days where I don’t have the motivation for anything, knowing I have a lesson that day is like the light at the end of the tunnel.
After not training for 5 years, going to lessons and getting my fitness back to where it was is the greatest motivation I could ever want.

My goal is definitely getting my stamina and fitness back, and eventually grade for my 2nd Dan. I hope to be an inspiration to the club and to the students.

Cinderford TKD on tour! Grading Results...Huge congratulations to Kate and Ryzza Mae who travelled to Bristol for their ...
28/04/2026

Cinderford TKD on tour! Grading Results...
Huge congratulations to Kate and Ryzza Mae who travelled to Bristol for their latest Grading, and a massive well done to Ryzza Mae for bringing home a fabulous A Pass!

Ready to start your Tae Kwon-Do journey?

There’s no better time to join our Cinderford family.
Whether you want to boost your fitness, learn self-defence, or help your child build rock-solid confidence, we’re here to help you reach your goals.
Whether you’re 6 or 60, there is a spot on the mat for you. Don't just watch from the sidelines—be the one celebrating your own new belt next time!
📍 Where: Find us at The Miners Welfare Hall, Wesley Road, Cinderford.
👊 Who: Beginners of all ages and fitness levels are welcome!
Don’t just watch the progress—be a part of it. Your first step toward a Black Belt starts right here in the Royal Forest of Dean!
🔥 FREE TRIAL SESSION available for new starters!
📩 DM us to book your first class.

WHAT’S YOUR ‘WHY’? We recently asked the students at Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do, “What’s Your ‘Why’?” Why did you start Tae ...
27/04/2026

WHAT’S YOUR ‘WHY’?

We recently asked the students at Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do, “What’s Your ‘Why’?”
Why did you start Tae Kwon-Do?
It may have been a New Years’ Resolution, a conscious decision to get fit, a need to socialise, a medical referral, anything.

What do you get out of training?

How is Tae Kwon-Do helping you?

What's your ultimate goal?

Fancy trying something new? What will be your ‘Why’?

This week's 'What's Your Why?' is from a young man who started Tae Kwon-Do because his sister was doing it and he wanted to know more...

I first joined taekwondo when I was 10 simply because I had family already doing it. And, to be honest, I was a little jealous of them. It feels strange to think that a big part of the past few years of my life was decided by a simple coincidence.

Overall Taekwondo improves both by physical and mental health through helping me stay fit and make new friends. Sparring always helps me to decompress. Not to mention that I'm learning lifelong skills to help me feel safe and in control.

I really enjoy Taekwondo and looking back I am so proud of how far I've come. I've made so many friends who still support me both inside and outside of Taekwondo and, looking forward I hope to stay in the club for much longer.

Cinderford TKD on tour! These ladies went to Bristol for grading today! How did they do? Find out soon...(Special thanks...
26/04/2026

Cinderford TKD on tour!
These ladies went to Bristol for grading today!
How did they do? Find out soon...
(Special thanks to Master Russ Martin and his team of Black Belts at Revolution Tae Kwon-Do for the warm welcome).

20/04/2026

WHAT’S YOUR ‘WHY’?

We recently asked the students at Cinderford Tae Kwon-Do, “What’s Your ‘Why’?”
Why did you start Tae Kwon-Do?
It may have been a New Years’ Resolution, a conscious decision to get fit, a need to socialise, a medical referral, anything.

What do you get out of training?

How is Tae Kwon-Do helping you?

What's your ultimate goal?

Fancy trying something new? What will be your ‘Why’?

This 'What's Your Why?' is from a young lady who has a prolific social media presence - 3,000 followers, 10s of thousands of reactions to, and shares of, many of her posts, hundreds of reposts...

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The Miners Welfare Hall, Wesley Road
Cinderford
GL142JN

Opening Hours

Monday 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Tuesday 6pm - 8:15pm
Wednesday 6pm - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 12pm

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