About Us
AB Taekwondo Academy is a World Taekwondo (WT) style club dedicated to delivering high-quality instruction in the Olympic sport of Taekwondo. We provide a structured, supportive and professional training environment where students of all ages can develop confidence, discipline, resilience and physical excellence.
Whether your goal is improved fitness and self-confidence, practical self-defence skills, or competing on the national and international stage, our academy provides a clear pathway for growth and achievement.
About AB Taekwondo Academy
Our Training Environment
We train in a purpose-built dojang located at:
16 Mathers Road, Hoon Hay, Christchurch, New Zealand
Our facility includes:
Fully padded training floors
Wall mirrors for technical development
Male and female changing rooms
Clean bathroom facilities
The dojang is a place where students can leave the stresses of the day at the door and focus on personal growth, discipline and improvement.
All classes are led by certified Kukkiwon Black Belt instructors and supported by senior students. Many of our instructors and athletes have achieved success at national and international levels.
Meet Master Alan Brian
AB Taekwondo Academy is led by Master Alan Brian, a Kukkiwon-certified 5th Degree Black Belt with over 30 years of experience in Taekwondo.
Master Alan is a 12-time New Zealand National Champion and former member of the New Zealand National Taekwondo Team for a decade, representing New Zealand at multiple World Taekwondo Championships and major international events. He has earned medals at international competitions including the WT Commonwealth Championships, Oceania Championships, Australian Open and Canadian Open.
Beyond competition, Master Alan currently serves as:
Taekwondo NZ National Kyorugi Director
Taekwondo NZ National Team Selector
Taekwondo NZ Board Member
He holds Kukkiwon International Master Instructor and Examiner certifications and has been recognised with a SPARC High Performance Scholarship and NZ Black Belt Competitor of the Year.
While proud of his competitive background, Master Alan’s greatest passion is developing athletes and helping students of all ages realise their potential, both on and off the mat.
Our Philosophy
At AB Taekwondo Academy, we believe Taekwondo is more than just kicking and sparring.
We emphasise:
Practical self-defence that works in real-world situations
Strong fundamental technique
Olympic-style sparring and competition development
Patterns (poomsae) with precision and purpose
Physical strength, fitness and resilience
Respect, humility and personal responsibility
We cater for children from age 4 through to adults, offering clear progression from beginner to advanced levels. Our programs are designed to build confidence in young students while providing the technical depth and performance pathway for those who aspire to compete nationally or internationally, including at the highest levels of the sport.
Train With Purpose
Whether you are stepping onto the mat for the first time or pursuing elite performance goals, AB Taekwondo Academy offers a professional, structured and inspiring environment to help you succeed.
Strong foundations. Clear pathways. Excellence in action.
