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43 Years
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Your Trusted Martial Arts School in Brisbane & Toowoomba
Sun Bae Taekwondo & Hapkido, founded in 1983 by Grandmaster Bradley Tatnell, is a respected martial arts school specialising in Taekwondo, Hapkido, and Kumdo. With centres in Brisbane and Toowoomba, we offer family-friendly classes for all ages, combining traditional values with modern self-defence techniques. Our instructors, all certified black belts, deliver high-quality training focused on physical fitness, discipline, and character development. We pride ourselves on a unique system integrating multiple martial arts, fostering a supportive community where students achieve black belts in Taekwondo, Hapkido, and Kumdo.Our 40+ years of experience ensure tailored instruction for beginners and advanced practitioners alike, with flexible training schedules and family discounts. We maintain strong affiliations with international governing bodies, including World Taekwondo and Kukkiwon, and provide free trial periods to introduce newcomers to our programs. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our structured grading system, competitive teams, and social events that build camaraderie among members.
Services
Taekwondo Classes
Hapkido Training
Kumdo Sword Classes
Grading Exams
Family Discounts
Self-Defence Workshops
Children's Martial Arts
Adult Fitness Programs
Black Belt Preparation
Sword Sparring Sessions
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of experience in Korean martial arts instruction
- Certified black belt instructors with international competition backgrounds
- Unique system combining Taekwondo, Hapkido, and Kumdo training
- Family discounts and free trial periods available
- Affiliated with World Taekwondo and Kukkiwon governing bodies
Associations and certifications
- World Taekwondo (Federation)
- Kukkiwon
- Australian Taekwondo (Association)
Services
Taekwondo Classes
Our Taekwondo program develops physical fitness, self-defence skills, and mental discipline through kicking techniques, patterns, and sparring. Students learn traditional forms while improving flexibility, coordination, and confidence. Classes cater to all ages and experience levels with structured grading pathways.
Hapkido Training
Hapkido instruction focuses on joint locks, throws, and hand techniques for practical self-defence scenarios. Our curriculum builds situational awareness, physical conditioning, and defensive strategies while maintaining traditional Korean martial arts principles in a safe training environment.
Kumdo Sword Classes
Kumdo classes teach Korean sword techniques including stances, cuts, and sparring with protective gear. Students progress through formal patterns and cutting exercises while developing focus, precision, and historical appreciation of traditional swordsmanship.
Grading Exams
Regular grading exams assess technical proficiency, martial etiquette, and character development across all disciplines. Our structured system allows three grading opportunities annually with clear progression from white belt to black belt mastery.
Family Martial Arts
Family-friendly classes enable parents and children to train together in mixed sessions. Our programs promote intergenerational learning, shared fitness goals, and character development through martial arts instruction tailored for multiple age groups.
People
Grandmaster Bradley Tatnell
Founder & Head Instructor
Teaching since 1983, Grandmaster Tatnell holds 8th Dan Kukkiwon certification and is a First Class Kukkiwon Grading Examiner. He established Sun Bae's unique system combining Taekwondo, Hapkido, and Kumdo training methodologies.
Master Shirly Sieh
Taekwondo Instructor
Achieved Taekwondo Black Belt with Honours in 2011, now teaching advanced techniques and competition training. Holds black belts in Hapkido and Kumdo with international competition experience.
Master Ben Vickery
Hapkido Specialist
Black Belt in all three disciplines since 2011, specialising in Hapkido's close-quarter techniques. Trains students in practical self-defence applications and advanced martial arts concepts.
Instructor Nathan Ryan
Kumdo Instructor
2024 Taekwondo Black Belt with Honours, specialising in Kumdo sword techniques. Leads demonstration teams and teaches sword sparring with protective gear to students of all ages.
Instructor Nicole Vickery
Children's Program Director
Black Belt in Taekwondo, Hapkido, and Kumdo, focusing on youth development programs. Designs age-appropriate curricula for children aged 5-11 while maintaining traditional martial arts standards.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We teach Taekwondo, Hapkido, and Kumdo (Korean sword) with structured programs for all skill levels.
Are there family discounts available?
Yes, we offer substantial family discounts including free uniforms and additional training weeks for multiple members.
Do you accept government vouchers?
Yes, we accept FairPlay vouchers for training fees as part of our commitment to accessible martial arts education.
What age groups do you cater for?
We offer classes for children aged 5+, teenagers, and adults up to 55+, with family-friendly mixed sessions available.
Can I try a class before joining?
Yes, we provide a free one-week trial with unlimited access to all classes at any of our locations.
Are your instructors qualified?
All instructors are certified black belts with World Taekwondo/Kukkiwon registration and child safety clearances.
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Reviews (3)
Adam Welch
Feb 10, 2021
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Amazing club - highly recommended! People join clubs for all sorts of reasons. Let me tell you why I have stayed at the Sun Bae Taekwondo and Hapkido club. Fun - In all the time I have been going, no 2 classes have been the same. I never could motivate myself to go to the gym consistently, but TKD is so engaging and social I look forward to classes. Family - my wife, daughters and son are in the club too. Sharing each other’s experiences and training together has made us a closer knit family. We talk about it and practice outside classes. TKD is helping me spend more time with my family.
Tegan DeClark
Oct 24, 2020
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We have been members of Sun Bae Toowoomba since 2017 and John Handyside is an excellent instructor and the club is like a big family! it's great for all fitness levels and for beginners, intermediate and experienced. Highly recommended for fitness and learning a new sport.
Greg Shoebridge
Sep 11, 2020
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I have been training at Sunbae The Gap for years now with my teenage children. Training together has been great for all of us. Being part of each other's development and achievements has been wonderful for our relationship with each other and has given me some next level parent moments. Would thoroughly recommend giving it a go.
