The BUTL Conference is more than just an event — it’s a chance to grow as a martial artist, connect with a wider community, and take part in something that transcends competition.
Whether you’re there to train, learn, share, or simply be inspired — there’s a place for everyone at Conference.
2024 Event:
- Taekwon-Do Seminar – Joining us from the USA Grand Master George Vitale led a traditional training seminar to over 100 ITF and WT Students
- Pioneer Interview – Pioneer Grand Master Rhee Ki Ha appeared via video link and Master Malcolm Jones led an interview with GM Vitale about the history of Taekwon-Do.
- ITF History Panel – For the 1st time in Taekwon-Do History, we welcomed ITF UK Pioneers GM Trevor Nicholls, GM David Oliver, GM Kenny Walton, GM Ron Sergiew, GM Peter Harkess, GM Derek Campbell who covered their history.
- WT History panel – For the 1st time in Taekwondo History, we welcome WT UK Pioneers GM Christopher Davies, GM Jonathan Barker and GM Nigel Hudson to covered their history.
2023 Event:
- Taekwon-Do Seminar – Legendary Master Tony Vella conducted a competition style training session
- Self Defence Seminar – Master Malcolm Jones led a street smart intense self defence course
- Interview – 4x Olympian and first GB World Champion, Sarah Stevenson dropped in for a talk
- Performance Talk – GB Olympic Coach Steve Jennings spoke to the athletes about performance pathways
2022 Event:
- History Panel – Taekwon-Do historian Mr Philip Hawkins gave a talk
- WT Seminar – Legendary Kukkiwon Master, Jonathan Barker delivered a WT style training session
- ITF Seminar – A sparring masterclass with Master Johann De Silva & Special guest from Argentina Axel Vargas
- Poomsae Workshop – Led by Commonwealth Gold Medallist Cameron Park
- Special Technique Workshop – Led by Tik Tok sensation Joshua Iyalla
2021 Event:
- Carl Van Roon – 11x World Champion & 2x Grand Slam Winner, Mr Carl Van Roon zoomed in from New Zealand to talk to attendees.
- Psychology Talk – National Squad Psychologist, Emily White delivered a workshop on how we can support ourselves and others.
- GM George Vitale – Legendary Grand Master, George Vitale joined us from New York for a key note speech, inspiring all attendees.
- Nutrition Talk – Our National Squad Nutrition Team delivered a workshop on health and how athletes can better prepare for competitions.
- Student Stories – Former students, Angelica Celinska, Sam Tudor & El Afzal shared their experiences of TKD whilst at University.
- WT Seminar – 4x Olympian and first GB World Champion, Sarah Stevenson MBE dropped by for a training seminar.
- ITF Seminar – 5x World & 6x European Champion, Roger ‘the Don’ Lawrence dropped by for a training seminar.