Choi Kwang Do

Self Defence and mental strength (equalling successful living) are undoubtedly important attributes in today’s society. Also: It is a medically proven fact that EVEN a low amount of physical exercise will improve your quality of life, making your body healthier. Combine an enjoyable work-out and meeting a “friendly crowd” with Self Defence and you gain more than just a health programme. Choi Kwang Do (C.K.D.) is a modern Martial Arts system devised by Grandmaster Kwang Choi specifically orientated to be effective for self defence in real situations on the street. As there are no "full contact” punches or kicks in our classes - since we have a “safe sparring” policy - our art is suitable and available for all levels and all ages. No matter if you are a beginner or advanced martial artist – our classes will teach you how to be safe in an ever increasing crime-ridden world. Children learn Anti-Bullying tactics and improve in positive character development. Adults and children alike will benefit from Korean traditions, teaching mental attributes such as showing respect, bowing to each other, loyalty, courtesy and self-discipline which are all being shown in class as well. Even in your first lesson you will learn blocking and other techniques, which will help you if you confront danger in a real-life-situation

None of our techniques use the "hyper-extension" or "lock-out" movements as in the traditional martial arts styles; these traditional movements are too rigid, lack agility and are therefore not effective enough on the street where it counts. Furthermore on C.K.D. Video number one (see also our video page on this website) you can see and hear 3 medical doctors explain why Choi Kwang Do is superior to other martial arts styles from a health point of view as well, since lock-out movements (as seen in Kung Fu and traditional Karate) often causes swelling, inflammation and other chronic illnesses to the joints.

Despite the tremendous power of Choi Kwang Do it is safe and suitable for ALL: male, female, young or older age promoting ultimate health and peace of mind for you and your family.

About our SUTTON and MITCHAM Schools

If you wish to train in the Mitcham (South London) or Sutton (Surrey) area then Chief Instructor RALPH ALLISON`s classes are the place to be! This award winning Instructor has had lots of coverage in the media (see Articles and About The Instructor) and the friendly spirit in his classes makes it a joy for ANY age & ability to train there. And lack of fitness or flexibility won’t hold you back learning our Street Self Defence.

Your “introductory class” will be £5. All our price programmes are very affordable and will be explained on your first day in class. Enquire on the day about our 1 month free offer. Also: See more about Ralph Allison on www.myspace.com/ralphallison.

We look forward to welcome you at any of our locations (see our Contact Us & Class Venues page on this website)!

About our Founder

Grandmaster Kwang Jo Choi advanced to be the youngest Tae Kwon Do master-instructor (martial art of foot and hand techniques) to go out into the world to spread the teachings of Tae Kwon Do. Having seen others and himself suffer physically from the unnatural "hyper-extension" movements of Tae Kwon Do Grandmaster Choi decided to leave his previous organization and form Choi Kwang Do converting students and top level Instructors (such as our Chief Instructor Ralph Allison) from all over the world to his new modern system of self-defence.

Experience first hand why CHOI KWANG DO has become the fasted growing art in the world today ! We look forward to welcome you to our clubs in Mitcham and Sutton in South London and Surrey regions!