Leeds Taekwondo Master Selected to Represent Great Britain at the 2026 World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships

Master Kambiz, a 7th Dan Kukkiwon Taekwondo Master, has enjoyed an exceptional year on the international stage, representing Great Britain as an International Referee at major World Taekwondo G-Class events, including the German Open G1, Bulgaria Open G2, Skopje Open G1 in North Macedonia, the World Taekwondo President’s Cup G3 European Edition in London, and most recently the Austrian Open G1. His selection for the World Championships is another significant milestone in an already distinguished international refereeing career. His international success follows his recent appointment as Chief Referee for the British Taekwondo National Poomsae Championships 2026, further recognising his expertise and contribution to the sport both nationally and internationally. As one of Great Britain’s selected officials, Master Kambiz will be responsible for judging performances by the world’s leading Poomsae athletes at the highest level of international competition. Officiating in South Korea—the birthplace of Taekwondo and home of the sport—makes the appointment particularly significant. Speaking about the honour, Master Kambiz said: “It is an incredible privilege to be selected to represent Great Britain at the World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships. Officiating at the highest level of our sport in South Korea, the birthplace of Taekwondo, is something I have worked towards for many years. “I am immensely proud to represent Great Britain, my hometown of Harrogate and the City of Leeds on the world stage.

"I hope this achievement inspires my students and demonstrates that with dedication, commitment and perseverance, anything is possible. I look forward to returning home and sharing this unforgettable experience with my academy and the local community.” First founded in Harrogate in the Spring of 2005, K.R.Ali Taekwondo Academy has become one of the region’s leading Taekwondo clubs, providing professional instruction for children, teenagers and adults of all abilities across Harrogate and Leeds. The academy has produced numerous national and international competitors while promoting confidence, discipline, fitness and respect through Olympic Taekwondo. For more information about K.R.Ali Taekwondo Academy or to arrange a free trial session, visit www.harrogatetaekwondo.co.uk, email [email protected], or call 07944 988806. Taekwondo classes in Leeds are held every Thursday from 6-7 at Ramgarhia Sports Centre, LS7 3AP