ATUK British Championships
One day. One Alliance. Hundreds of students competing together at The Point4 Leisure Centre, Hereford. Enter the Alliance Taekwon-Do United Kingdom tournament and test your skills across patterns, sparring and power — across age groups from Pre TKD to Seniors.
Everything you need to know
The essential information for competitors and spectators attending the ATUK British Championships.
Date
Saturday 14th November 2026
Doors open 08:30 · competition starts 09:30
Venue
The Point4 Leisure Centre
Holmer Road, Hereford, HR4 9XA
Eligibility
Open to everyone
Pre TKD belts welcome · Children–Seniors: 9th Gup to 5th Degree
Disciplines
Patterns · Sparring · Power & more
Tailored to each age group's division
Entry Cost
£40
Per competitor · spectator entry is free
Entry Deadline
Tuesday 10th November 2026 at 23:59
No late entries accepted under any circumstances
Age groups, tailored disciplines
Each age group competes in its own set of disciplines. Enter one or challenge yourself across several — there's a division for every competitor.
Pre TKD
4–7 years
Our youngest competitors, with a focus on fun and fundamentals.
Competitors must hold a Pre-TKD belt — they must not hold a 9th Gup or above grade.
- Patterns — Sajo-Jirugi or Sajo-Makgi, either half or full exercise
- Dragons Tail
- Special Technique
Children
8–13 years
Building confidence and technique in a supportive environment.
- Patterns
- Sparring
- Special Technique
Juniors
14–17 years
Teenage competitors stepping up to full disciplines.
- Patterns
- Sparring
- Special Technique
Adult
18–34 years
Adult divisions across all four core disciplines.
- Patterns
- Sparring
- Special Technique
- Power
Seniors
35 years +
Veteran competitors proving skill has no age limit.
- Patterns
- Sparring
- Power
Ready to compete?
Secure your place at the ATUK British Championships. Entries close Tuesday 10th November 2026 at 23:59 — no late entries accepted.
Enter NowPattern designations
All designated patterns by belt rank for the ATUK British Championships.
Pre-TKD & Gup Grades
Coloured belt pattern designations
Sajo-Jirugi or Sajo-Makgi
Chon-Ji to Do-San
Do-San to Yul-Gok
Yul-Gok to Toi-Gae
Toi-Gae to Choong-Moo
* Pre-TKD competitors may perform Sajo-Jirugi or Sajo-Makgi in either half (one direction) or full exercise (both directions).
Black Belt Divisions (Dan Ranks)
First & second performance criteria for 1st Dan to 5th Dan
| Dan Rank | First Performance | Second Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Dan | Kwang-Gae to Ge-Baek | Chon-Ji to Ge-Baek |
| 2nd Dan | Eui-Am to Juche | Joong-Gun to Juche |
| 3rd Dan | Sam-Il to Choi-Yong | Joong-Gun to Choi-Yong |
| 4th Dan | Yong-Gae to Moon-Moo | Joong-Gun to Moon-Moo |
| 5th Dan | So-San to Se-Jong | Joong-Gun to Se-Jong |
In Dan divisions, competitors perform designated patterns in accordance with the official ITF tournament rules. First and second performance selections are drawn from the ranges above.
Enter the Championships
Complete the form below to secure your place. All fields marked with * are required.
Please complete your entry carefully. All entries must be completed properly. If incorrect information is submitted and a category needs changing on the day, an additional £10 admin charge will apply.
Welcome to Hereford
The ATUK British Championships is hosted at The Point4 Leisure Centre in Hereford, Herefordshire — a historic city on the banks of the River Wye.
About Hereford
Nestled on the banks of the River Wye in the heart of the Welsh Marches, Hereford is a cathedral city steeped in history. Explore the magnificent Hereford Cathedral — home to the medieval Mappa Mundi map and the chained library — wander the cobbled streets of the Old Market, or enjoy a riverside walk before competition day. With a compact city centre, great places to eat and drink, and easy road links from the M5/M50, it's a welcoming base for competitors and their families.
Venue Facilities & Food
The Point4 is a premier multi-sport leisure and conference centre fully equipped for large-scale martial arts events.
On-Site Bistro & Cafe
Hot & cold food, barista coffee, sandwiches, and refreshments served throughout the day.
Changing Rooms & Lockers
Spacious male & female changing facilities, hot showers, and secure coin-return lockers.
Fully Accessible
Level access throughout, accessible changing rooms & WC, plus dedicated disabled parking bays.
Free Wi-Fi & Spectator Seating
High-speed guest Wi-Fi and tiered arena spectator viewing area overlooking the mats.
Parking at the venue
The Point4 Leisure Centre has its own on-site car park with around 250 spaces, so parking is available right next to the venue. Please note the car park is pay-and-display — charges apply on the day (typically up to 4 hours £1, up to 24 hours £5). Payment can be made at the machines on site, which also operate an automatic number-plate recognition system, so please ensure you buy a ticket for the full duration of your stay. Disabled parking bays are available close to the main entrance.
Where to stay
A selection of hotels near the venue for competitors travelling from further afield.
Premier Inn Hereford Holmer
Budget hotel closest to the venue — just minutes away on Holmer Road.
Holmer Road · ~0.5 miles from venue
Premier Inn Hereford City Centre (Old Market)
Central location by the Old Market shopping centre, a short drive to the venue.
City Centre · ~2 miles from venue
The Green Dragon Hotel
Historic independent hotel in the heart of Hereford with restaurant and bar.
Broad Street · ~2 miles from venue
Travelodge Hereford Grafton
Reliable budget option on the A449, an easy drive to the leisure centre.
Grafton Road · ~2 miles from venue
Castle House Hotel
Family-run hotel with free parking, a short walk from the city centre.
Castle Green · ~2 miles from venue
Frequently asked questions
Everything competitors and parents need to know before the day.