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Taekwon-Do's Family Tradition Continues in Kanturk
The name Dalton is synonymous with the martial art of TaekwonDo in Ireland.
Julian Dalton is a 4th Degree Black Belt and the son of Grandmaster Don Dalton who has been a leading light in the Korean martial art teaching around the world in over 50 countries. His mother is one of the few female Masters in Ireland and is teaching in Mallow. Julian himself has won numerous world titles in both Taekwon-Do and Kickboxing with his last being in the adult division of the ITF Union World Championships in Mexico. His brother Jordan has also been multiple World Champion including in Full Contact Kickboxing. He began his training at the age of four and has also trained extensively in Thai Boxing, Boxing and now in MMA. One could say he is born and raised in Taekwon-Do.
Julian is teaching in Kanturk every Monday and Wednesday The club has a long history of excellence and is now approximately 25 years old. According to Julian;
“TaekwonDo is an excellent martial art for all ages. This art is a great way of learning self defence and improving one’s fitness. Taekwondo encourages great self discipline and respect to one’s character whilst also developing one’s self-esteem and confidence. Furthermore, Taekwondo has a brilliant competitive aspect for those interested in going to next levels and testing their skills and ability while having fun. Finally, with the nature by which this martial art is taught we continuously promote new friendships and camaraderie at training and outside.”
Professor Mark Corrigan (oncology University College Cork) gave glowing praise to Julian;
"It has been my personal experience and that of my children, that Mr Julian Dalton is a gifted and patient teacher. He instructs Tae Kwon Do in a manner which builds confidence within his students by providing a learning environment which is safe and supportive, while simultaneously ensuring that his students achieve their highest potential. He has used his skills to similarly support students with additional needs, creating and indeed insisting upon, an inclusive and welcoming class. I would thoroughly recommend Mr Julian Dalton as a teacher for both adults and children of all learning styles and ambitions.”
The Kanturk Taekwon-do club starts on 21st August.
For more info:
Number: 0892387758
Email: Julian.dalton.cbc1@gmail. com
Facebook: https://www.facebook. com/KanturkTaekwonDo
Instagram: Kanturk_tkd
