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What is Sun Bae?
Sun Bae is a Taekwondo and Hapkido school based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Sun Bae was founded by Master Instructor Bradley Tatnell, who has been teaching since 1983, and today has multiple centres located throughout the Brisbane area. Sun Bae offer a unique style, combining the ancient Korean Arts of Taekwondo and Hapkido self defence together with the excitement of modern day Olympic style competition. Men, women and children from ages 5 to 55+ make up the broad range of Sun Bae students, attending their local centres with separate classes for children and adults. Sun Bae is a member of the World Taekwondo Federation and the Korea Hapkido Federation.
What are Taekwondo and Hapkido?
Taekwondo and Hapkido originated in Korea over 2000 years ago as a form of unarmed combat and was first practiced by the military in the event of invasion from neighbouring countries. Today, Taekwondo and Hapkido have been refined to an effective form of self defence utilising hand and foot combinations to evade or unsettle any attacker. Taekwondo is well known for its powerful kicking techniques whilst Hapkido is well known for its close hand techniques, including throws, joint locks, holds and ground pinning. They remain traditional martial arts, although Taekwondo has now also evolved into an Olympic sport.
Will Sun Bae Suit Me?
Previous experience, fitness or flexibility are not required. Sun Bae classes are designed for men, women and children of all ages. There are separate classes for children, adults and advanced students. Classes are social, enjoyable and are ideal for couples and families. Techniques are easy to learn.
How Will I Benefit?
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Physically:
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Mentally:
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- Taekwondo & Hapkido skills
- Aerobic fitness & self defence
- Body tone & strength
- Good health & stress release
- Co-ordination and flexibility
- Excel in other sports
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- Street safe awareness
- Concentration & control
- Courtesy & respect
- Discipline
- Confidence & perseverance
- Academic improvement
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Who Will Teach Me?
Sun Bae’s Master Instructor, Bradley Tatnell, offers many valuable years of martial arts experience specialising in Taekwondo, Hapkido and self defence (teaching since 1983). Mr Tatnell personally trains all Sun Bae Instructors ensuring you, as a student, receive the highest level of teaching quality. All Sun Bae Instructors are highly trained black belts who have been personally
approved by the Master Instructor and have completed the Sun Bae in-house coaching program. Sun Bae instructors creditionals include:
- Member of World Taekwondo Federation
- Member of The Korea Hapkdio Federation
- Member of Hapkido Moohak Kwan
- Recognised by the International Olympic Committee
- Recognised by the Australian Government
- Recognised by the NCAS (Canberra)
What is the World Taekwondo Federation or WTF?
The progress of Taekwondo is regulated from Kukkiwon (World TKD Headquarters) in Korea by WTF and in Australia by Taekwondo Australia. WTF has membership of over 150 countries with 50 million students and is the only Taekwondo body officially recognised by the Olympics and the Australian government. WTF ensures that your Instructors are properly trained and accredited with the government sponsored Taekwondo specific sports trainer course (NCAS) which is conducted by the National Coaching Council. Students grading to a new rank receive an internationally recognised certificate (Kukkiwon).
Olympics and Tournaments?
Taekwondo appeared in the 1988 and 1992 Olympics as a demonstration sport. Sydney 2000 marks the commencement of Taekwondo as a full Olympic sport. Only WTF students may compete as WTF is the only Taekwondo body recognised by the Olympic Committee. All Sun Bae students are eligible for Local, State, National and even Olympic selection. There are additional competitions for ages 6 to 17 years and for over 35 years old. All tournaments make use of protective equipment.
Childrens Classes
Sun Bae has classes after school specially for children from age 5. The classes introduce children to basic self defence training including stranger danger and street safe awareness as well as Taekwondo and Hapkido skills. Classes are designed to be enjoyable, but are taught with discipline and strictness. Sun Bae helps develop your child’s integrity and character by encouraging confidence, courage, perseverance, courtesy and respect not only inside but also outside the training hall. Classes usually commence at either 5:00, 5.30 or 6:30pm. School holiday classes are also available.
Adult Classes
Sun Bae adult classes are for both men and women from ages 12 to 55+. Classes start with an aerobic warm-up and Taekwondo specific stretching techniques before learning Taekwondo and self-defence skills. You can progress at your own pace. No previous experience, fitness, or flexibility is necessary. Classes are great for friends, families and couples.
Advanced Classes
Advanced classes are conducted by the Master Instructor including advanced Taekwondo, Hapkido and weaponry. There are regular Taekwondo (Dan) and Hapkido (Gup & Dan) gradings for black belts as well as Olympic recognised level, state and national tournaments. An Instructor’s course is also available.
Sun Bae Etiquette or Code of Conduct?
Sun Bae is a traditional martial art. Our students learn the "how to", but at the same time, they also learn the "when" and the "why". It is very important to us that the techniques learned at Sun Bae are not misused and that Sun Bae students strive to better themselves, in and out of the training hall. To find our more about the Sun Bae Etiquette (Rules & Regulations), click here.
Common Questions
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