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Could you be the next athlete to represent Great Britain on the international stage?

The British Taekwondo GB Elite Poomsae Squad is searching for the next generation of talented young athletes to join a three-month trial programme.

This is an exciting opportunity for aspiring Poomsae practitioners to take their training to the next level, experience a high-performance environment, and begin their journey towards representing Great Britain at major international championships.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered, athletes must:

  • Be aged 10 years or above
  • Hold a minimum grade of 3rd Kup

How to Be Considered

The first step on your pathway to the GB Elite Squad is attending your next available Regional Poomsae Training session.

Regional coaches will be identifying athletes who demonstrate the technical ability, attitude, commitment, and potential required to progress into the national performance pathway.

Regional Poomsae Training Dates

South England | Sunday 7th June
Dagenham Park Leisure Centre, School Road, Dagenham, RM10 9QH
09:30 – 12:30 (Open Session), 12:30 – 14:00 (Squad Session)
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North England | Sunday 14th June
Sugden Sports Centre, Grosvenor Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 7HL
10:00 – 12:00 (Open Session), 10:00 – 14:00 (Squad Session)
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Scotland | Sunday 21st June
Carronshore Community Centre, Main Street, Carronshore, Falkirk, FK2 8EY
10.00-13.00
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Trial Programme

Athletes selected through the Regional Poomsae Training sessions will be invited to train alongside members of the GB Elite Poomsae Squad at the National Taekwondo Centre in Manchester under the guidance of the GB High Performance Coaching Team.

Elite Training Dates

Sunday 28th June 2026 | 12:00–16:00

Sunday 12th July 2026 | 12:00–16:00

Sunday 16th August 2026 | 12:00–16:00

This is an excellent opportunity for young athletes to experience the GB performance environment and demonstrate their potential for future squad selection.

If you have any questions about the selection process, please contact our Poomsae Performance Team.

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