# Taekwon-Do Classes in Arklow

Taekwon-Do classes in Arklow run from Coral Leisure Centre on Seaview Avenue, with training for kids, teens and adults. The club serves Arklow and nearby areas including Avoca, Woodenbridge and Shillelagh.

## Venue

- Coral Leisure Centre
- Seaview Avenue, Ferrybank, Arklow, Co. Wicklow
- Eircode: Y14 X753
- [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Coral+Leisure+Centre+Arklow+Y14+X753)

Parking & what to bring: Parking is available at the venue. Arrive about 10 minutes before class and wear comfortable clothes you can move in.

## Class times

Training days: Tuesday & Thursday. Times: 5–8pm.

| Day | Time | Class | Ages |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Tuesday | 5pm–8pm | Taekwon-Do | Kids 4–12, Teens 13–17, Adults 18+ |
| Thursday | 5pm–8pm | Taekwon-Do | Kids 4–12, Teens 13–17, Adults 18+ |

The timetable can change on school holidays — check the club's Facebook page for updates.

## Programmes

- Taekwon-Do for ages 4+
- Self-defence
- Women's classes (Gorey)
- Competition training
- School & corporate programmes

## Areas served

Arklow and nearby areas including Avoca, Woodenbridge, Shillelagh. This is the nearest Leinster TaeKwon Do club for people searching for Taekwon-Do, martial arts or self-defence classes near Arklow, Co. Wicklow.

## Related pages

- [Programmes for kids, teens and adults](https://tkdleinster.com/about#programmes)
- [About Leinster TaeKwon Do](https://tkdleinster.com/about)
- [Full club timetable](https://tkdleinster.com/timetable)
- [Enquire about Arklow classes](https://tkdleinster.com/contact)
- [Taekwon-Do classes in Gorey](https://tkdleinster.com/taekwondo-classes-gorey)
- [Taekwon-Do classes in Enniscorthy](https://tkdleinster.com/taekwondo-classes-enniscorthy)
- [Taekwon-Do classes in Riverchapel](https://tkdleinster.com/taekwondo-classes-riverchapel)

## Useful Arklow links

- [Coral Leisure Arklow](https://arklow.coralleisure.ie/) — Venue website — facilities and opening hours
- [Wicklow County Council](https://www.wicklow.ie/) — Local authority information for the area
- [Sport Ireland](https://www.sportireland.ie/) — National governing body for sport in Ireland
- [Coral Leisure Centre on Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Coral+Leisure+Centre+Arklow+Y14+X753)

## Frequently asked questions

### What age can kids start Taekwon-Do in Arklow?

Children can start from 4 years old. Classes are grouped so kids, teens and adults each train at the right level for their age.

### Where exactly are Arklow classes held?

Classes are held at Coral Leisure Centre, Seaview Avenue, Ferrybank, Arklow, Co. Wicklow, Y14 X753.

### Do I need equipment for my first class?

No. For a first class, wear comfortable clothes you can move in. Tom will advise on anything else before you buy equipment.

### Is parking available at Coral Leisure Centre?

Parking details for Coral Leisure Centre are [TBC — confirm with Tom].

### Can adults join as complete beginners?

Yes. Adults can start with no previous martial arts experience and progress at their own pace.

### Is Taekwon-Do good for self-defence?

Yes. Taekwon-Do is a striking martial art built around practical self-defence, and the Arklow classes teach blocks, strikes, kicks and awareness alongside fitness and discipline. Adults also have access to cardio self-defence and kickboxing sessions.

### Is Taekwon-Do like karate, and which is harder?

Taekwon-Do and karate are both striking arts, but Taekwon-Do is Korean and places more emphasis on dynamic kicking. Neither is 'harder' — progress depends on the student. In Arklow every class is grouped by age and level, so beginners are never thrown in the deep end.

### How long does it take to get a black belt in Taekwon-Do?

There is no fixed timeline. Students grade through the coloured belts at their own pace, and how quickly that happens depends on attendance and effort. Head Instructor Tom Thornton advises each Arklow student on when they are ready to grade.

### Is there a Taekwon-Do class near me in Avoca, Woodenbridge, Shillelagh?

Yes. The Arklow club at Coral Leisure Centre is the nearest Leinster TaeKwon Do class for Avoca, Woodenbridge, Shillelagh and the surrounding parts of Co. Wicklow. Send an enquiry and Tom will confirm the best class for your age group.

## Contact

- Owners: Tom Thornton and Caroline Thornton
- Phone: [086 386 2020](tel:+353863862020)
- Email: [tomthornton.tkd@gmail.com](mailto:tomthornton.tkd@gmail.com)
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Leinster-TaeKwon-Do/100063855226232
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leinstertkd

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