About Us
KIAB International Club of the Year 2018
Established in 1985 by the current chairman Grandmaster Ian Soame (8th Dan), the club is run together with Senior Instructor Master David Robb (7th Dan), alongside a friendly, experienced team of instructors and Masters. They are trained to the highest standards and hold the relevant qualifications: nationally recognised coaching certificates, first aid, CRB/DBS, Safeguarding & Protecting Children Aware, and insurance.
Saracen Martial Arts is proud to be associated with KIAB and its President, Grandmaster Freddy Kleinschwaerzer, 10th Dan. SMAGB is honoured to have Grandmaster Freddy conduct the annual Black Belt gradings.
Why choose Tae Kwon Do? There are many proven physical, mental and social benefits of practising a martial art – click here for more details. Why not give it a try? Our club is open to all members of all ages. We can put you in touch with an instructor who can offer you a free, no obligation, trial at your local club.
If you have any general questions on practising Tae Kwon Do at our club, please see the FAQs. Check out Facebook for photos and news from our latest gradings and competitions.
Grandmaster of the Year award – presented to Ian Soame by the board of KIAB in August 2025.
