At BUTL, we take great pride in the exceptional team of individuals who work collaboratively to enhance and expand opportunities within Taekwon-Do. Since our founding by a single individual in 2015, our team has grown to over 30 dedicated members, encompassing key areas such as operations, education, events, and athlete development.
Ross Sharman
Head of BUTL5th Degree Black Belt
14 years working within University Taekwon-Do
International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF) Experienced Instructor
World Taekwondo (WT) Experienced Instructor
Class A Umpire and International Instructor (ITF)
Hosted 40+ Taekwon-Do Championships and Events
Former University Club Committee Member and Chair
“The BUTL is the foundation of Student Taekwon-Do, created to provide unique and inclusive opportunities for all. We pride ourselves on our family ethos and built in community with the aim to unite all practitioners of the art. It’s an honour for us be a part of the Student Taekwon-Do movement“
Executive Team
Phoebe Blakeley-Crewe
Head of AdministrationAmy Coupe
Head of VolunteeringDaniel Hubery
Head of WT OperationsAlex Hume
Head of EventsEmma Tracy
Head of MarketingDaniel Tuley
Head of ITF OperationsNiraj Wadher
Head of InternationalHelen Zhou
Squad SecretaryEvents Coordination Team
Jess H
Senior Events CoordinatorLindsay S
Senior Events CoordinatorCharlotte M
Events CoordinatorHannah O
Events CoordinatorRummanah P
Events CoordinatorSimone S
Events CoordinatorPatrick T
Events CoordinatorCole W
Events CoordinatorScott L
Health and Safety OfficerVolunteering Team
El A
Volunteer ManagerJordan S
Volunteer Coordinator