SUN BAE Brisbane 
TAEKWONDO & HAPKIDO CLASSES

Taekwondo & Hapkido
for all Ages & all Skill Levels

Learn the Korean martial arts of Taekwondo, Hapkido and Kumdo at Sun Bae in Brisbane. Sun Bae classes focus on self defence, where you can train at your own pace. Each class includes Taekwondo and Hapkido together, a complete system of kicking and striking together with grabs, throws and pins.  Plus there are separate classes for Kumdo (sword), as well as a beginner sparring class for kids and adults, using foam swords and protective gear - a lot of fun.  The Sun Bae focus is on self defence, but we also incorporate the excitement of the modern day Olympic style Taekwondo, as well as the spirit of the traditional art..

Family discounted rates available...

Sun Bae brings the original martial art systems of Korea back into one. Achieve your black belt in Taekwondo, Hapkido and Kumdo. Our Master Instructor Bradley Tatnell (8th Dan Bo), teaching since 1983, has developed Sun Bae over many decades into a well-respected club with traditional values, a great range of activities, friendliness, and over 50% of the club membership represented by families. We are members of the World Taekwondo Federation, the Korea Hapkido Federation and the Australian Kumdo Society. All black belts receive the international Kukkiwon certificate, recognised world-wide.

Beginners are very welcome, no fitness required and if you are already experienced, your previous rank may be retained. Free to tryout!

Gain Confidence, Courage, Perseverance, Courtesy & Respect...

Sun Bae classes are designed for men, women and children of all ages. Classes are friendly, enjoyable, social and families can train together. There are highly discounted rates too for families. You can try out for FREE of course, nothing to pay until you decide to join. And when you join, you will get a (high quality) FREE uniform. Our rates very reasonable, which includes unlimited training sessions and your gradings in both Taekwondo Gup and Hapkido Gup for FREE (no hidden costs). 

Taekwondo Benefits

- Indooroopilly
- Jamboree Heights
- Newmarket
- Kenmore
- The Gap
- Regents Park
- Mount Gravatt

Taekwondo Instructors

Sun Bae’s Master Instructor and founder, Bradley Tatnell, has been teaching martial arts since 1983 specialising in Taekwondo, Hapkido, self defence and Kumdo. As a student, you will receive the highest level of teaching quality from all the Sun Bae team and the latest in new techniques. All Instructors are highly trained black belts, personally approved by Master Bradley and they all love what they do...

Sun Bae offers:

• Taekwondo: emphasises explosive striking and kicking techniques, usually from long range, with deflective blocking and fast footwork. Taekwondo utilises powerful attacks cleverly delivered with advanced footwork for evasion and positioning. This allows the art to be successfully used, especially by girls and those of us who are smaller.
• Hapkido: emphasises hand techniques for close in defence involving holds, chokes, grabs, joint manipulation, throwing, take-downs and pinning. Hapkido kicking is similar to Taekwondo although there is more focus on lower kicking for take-downs. This allows the art to be successfully used, especially by the older age groups and by those of us who are smaller. Taekwondo and Hapkido are very complementary and work well together in practical situations.  
• Kumdo: is the art of the Korean sword. Training in Kumdo is very similar to the methodology of training in Taekwondo or Hapkido. Beginners learns basic stances, basic cuts and blocks before moving on to the beauty of technical patterns, one step sparring and free sparring. Live cutting is only allowed for students who have reached an appropriate level (for safety of course). There is a strong focus on performing in a smooth flowing manner (like Hapkido) and there are strengthening and meditation techniques. Classes are conducted with Korean pipe music in the back ground, great for relaxation. Kumdo is truly an art for almost any age and definitely provides a level playing field, especially for the girls and older age groups. ​

There are many other popular martial arts from countries other than Korea: such as Jujitsu, Judo, Kung Fu and Karate  and they all offer varying self defence techniques and philosophies. If you are unsure which is best for you, contact us to find out more.

Sun Bae is a complete martial arts system. Achieve your black belt in the Korean styles of Taekwondo, Hapkido & Kumdo now...
 

Contact

• Jamboree Heights: Phone or text Instructor Dean: 0432 456 079 
• Newmarket & Kenmore: Phone or text Instructor Shirly: 0434 169 394 
• The Gap: Phone or text Instructor Ben: 0416 932 237 
• Regents Park: Phone or text Instructor Mark: 0432 289 866 
• Mount Gravatt: Phone or text Instructor Essi:  0458 160 232
• Phone or text Master Bradley: 0414 574 574 
• Email using the contact form on this page.