★Brandon Sealy — CAC Games 2026 Qualified★Alexandra Natto — CAC Games 2026 Qualified★WTM Invitational — Jun 6 · Church Teachers' College★Damar Walker & Sabrina Allen — Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic pathway★Team Jamaica — 2026 US Open Taekwondo Championships — Las Vegas★WTJ — Affiliated with World Taekwondo & the Jamaica Olympic Association★Brandon Sealy — CAC Games 2026 Qualified★Alexandra Natto — CAC Games 2026 Qualified★WTM Invitational — Jun 6 · Church Teachers' College★Damar Walker & Sabrina Allen — Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic pathway★Team Jamaica — 2026 US Open Taekwondo Championships — Las Vegas★WTJ — Affiliated with World Taekwondo & the Jamaica Olympic Association
Jamaica's National Taekwondo Federation
World Taekwondo Jamaica
Excellence · Discipline · Pride
Jamaica's Member National Association under World Taekwondo — developing champions from the grassroots to the Olympic stage. Kukkiwon-certified, JOA-affiliated, nation-proud.
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10+
Schools Island-wide
14
National Athletes
4
Olympic Qualifiers
2026
Olympic Pathway Active
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Who We Are
Built for the world stage
WTJ is Jamaica's sole Member National Association under World Taekwondo — the IOC-recognised governing body for the sport worldwide. From grassroots dojang to the Olympic arena, we develop Kukkiwon-certified athletes who compete on the WT ranking system toward the Games.
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Kukkiwon Certified
Official global belt certification recognised by the Kukkiwon, Seoul, Korea.
Olympic Pathway
Athletes compete on the WT ranking system toward Olympic qualification.
Youth Development
Structured programmes building character, discipline, and athletic excellence.
Global Network
Member schools in Jamaica and abroad, from age 5 through adult.
The Road to LA 2028
One nation. One pathway.
4
Olympic / CAC Qualifiers
2
Youth Olympic Candidates
8+
2026 Events Calendared
2028
Los Angeles Target
Team Jamaica
Featured athletes
Full Roster
CAC Qualified
Brandon Sealy
LA 2028 Olympic Pathway · Team Captain
Dominican Republic Open G1 — BronzeWT Pan American Senior ChampionshipsCAC Games 2026 Qualifier
M-80kg · Kyorugi · Coach: Master Tony Byon · @brandonsealy_tkd
YOG PathwayM-63kg
Damar Walker
Junior · Kyorugi
@damar_walker_tkd · Master Kenroy Clarke
CAC QualifiedW-46kg
Alexandra Natto
Senior · Kyorugi
@worldtkdjamaica · WTJ Coaching Staff
YOG PathwayW-59kg
Sabrina Allen
Senior · Kyorugi
@sabrina_allen_tkd · Master Kenroy Clarke
Intl MedalistLight-Heavy
K'nedy Bentho
Cadet · Kyorugi
@worldtkdjamaica · Grandmaster Eui Lee
Who We Are
About WTJ
World Taekwondo Jamaica (WTJ) is Jamaica's sole Member National Association under World Taekwondo — the International Olympic Committee-recognised governing body for the sport worldwide.
Founded to develop and promote Kukkiwon-certified Taekwondo across Jamaica, WTJ oversees the sport from grassroots participation to elite international competition. Our athletes compete under the WT ranking system, earning qualification points toward the Olympic Games, Youth Olympic Games, and regional championships.
WTJ works in strategic partnership with the Jamaica Olympic Association (JOA), the Sports Development Foundation (SDF), and the Korean Embassy Jamaica — ensuring our athletes have the support, resources, and international access to excel. Through our network of member schools, WTJ runs structured programmes for ages 5 through adult, building courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and indomitable spirit.
Organisation
Key Facts
Full NameWorld Taekwondo Jamaica
AbbreviationWTJ
HeadquartersKingston, Jamaica
International BodyWorld Taekwondo (WT)
National AffiliationJamaica Olympic Association
Belt CertificationKukkiwon, Seoul
Funding PartnersJOA · SDF · Korean Embassy
PresidentMaster Kenroy Clarke
Our Journey
From Mandeville to the world
1997
Federation Founded & JOA-Aligned
Master Christopher Chok establishes Jamaica's national taekwondo federation and aligns it with the Jamaica Olympic Association (JOA) — laying the foundation for the sport's growth across the island.
2012
First Olympic Qualification
WTJ qualifies a Jamaican athlete for the Olympic Games — a landmark moment that puts the country's taekwondo programme on the international map.
2017
Para Taekwondo Launched
WTJ launches its Para Taekwondo programme, opening the sport to athletes with disabilities and broadening Jamaica's competitive base.
2019
Brandon Sealy at the Pan American Games
At just 17, junior athlete Brandon Sealy qualifies for and competes at the Pan American Games — a breakout moment for one of Jamaica's brightest prospects.
2021
A Historic Year
Brandon Sealy qualifies for and competes at the Junior Pan American Games — and WTJ qualifies an athlete for the Paralympic Games in Para Taekwondo, marking the programme's arrival on the global para stage.
2023
Meeting the IOC President
WTJ leadership meets the President of the International Olympic Committee during his official visit to Jamaica — recognition of the federation's rising international profile.
2024
World Taekwondo Virtual Championships — Singapore
Sabrina Allen and Garth represent Jamaica at the World Taekwondo Virtual Championships held in Singapore.
2025–26
Competing on the World Stage
A breakout run of international results as Jamaica's athletes test themselves against the world's best:
First-ever participation of a Jamaican junior team at the World Taekwondo Junior Championships in Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Senior team competed in the CAC Games qualifiers and medalled at the Dominican Open Championships
Daniel Balli — Bronze at the Canada Open
Kende Bentho — Bronze at the East Open Taekwondo Championships
Junior team represented Jamaica at the US Open Championships
2026
Youth Olympic Pathway Athletes
Damar Walker and Sabrina Allen enter the WT Youth Rankings pathway toward the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games — a historic step for Jamaican taekwondo.
Leadership
Executive Committee
Elected by member schools and operating in the best interests of Jamaican taekwondo — ensuring compliance with World Taekwondo statutes and the WTJ Constitution.
President
Master Kenroy Clarke
President — WTJ · Director & Head Instructor, World Taekwondo Mandeville
Founder and Head Instructor of World Taekwondo Mandeville (WTM) at Church Teachers' College, Mandeville. He has been developing Jamaica's national taekwondo programme to international standard since 2017, under the mentorship of Grandmaster Christopher Chok. With a background in Sports Administration and ICT, he has been instrumental in securing JOA and SDF funding, fostering partnerships with the Korean Embassy, and fielding Jamaica's first Youth Olympic pathway athletes. He also serves as Jamaica's Athlete Representative to the IOC Athletes' Commission.
The Committee
Officers & chairs
1st Vice President
Grandmaster Christopher Chok
Director & Senior Instructor
One of Jamaica's most distinguished Taekwondo figures and the guiding technical force of the organisation — shaping its curriculum standards, instructor development programmes, and the growth of the national federation from its inception.
2nd Vice President
Mr. Michael Mao
Executive Committee
A senior member of the Executive Committee, supporting federation leadership and playing a key role in the governance and strategic oversight of WTJ operations and programmes.
General Secretary
Mr. Howard Chin
Records & Administration
Responsible for organisational correspondence, maintaining official records and minutes, and coordinating administrative functions and official communications with member schools and international bodies.
Technical Director
Grandmaster Young In Bang
Grandmaster · 8th Dan
Responsible for national technical standards, referee development, coach accreditation, and full curriculum compliance with World Taekwondo regulations. An 8th Dan holder and former Head Coach of Mexico's National Team.
Athletes Commission Chair
Ms. Sandra Sealy
Athlete Advocacy
Chairperson of the WTJ Athletes Commission and the primary voice for Jamaica's competitive athletes — liaising between the athlete body and the Executive Committee to ensure athlete welfare and competition interests are represented.
Planning & Fundraising Chair
Dr. Altreisha Bentho
Strategy & Development
Chairperson of the WTJ Planning and Fundraising Committee, providing strategic leadership in the development of federation programmes and funding initiatives.
Media Liaison & Co-Chair
Mrs. Tracey-Anne Balli
Planning Committee
Co-Chairperson and Media Liaison of the WTJ Planning Committee, coordinating communications, media presence, and outreach for the federation.
Position Open
Treasurer
Position Open
Financial Management
The Treasurer role oversees financial management, membership dues, sponsorship administration, and funding compliance. Expressions of interest may be directed to the General Secretary.
Team Jamaica
National Athletes
Jamaica's competitive roster — from Caribbean champions to Youth Olympic Games candidates — all progressing toward the LA 2028 Olympic Games under World Taekwondo. Tap any card for division, coach, and socials.
14
National Athletes
4
Olympic / CAC Qualifiers
5
Senior Athletes
9
Junior / Cadet
CAC Qualified
Brandon Sealy
LA 2028 Olympic Pathway · Team Captain
Dominican Republic Open G1 — BronzeWT Pan American Senior ChampionshipsCAC Games 2026 Qualifier
M-80kg · Kyorugi · Coach: Master Tony Byon · @brandonsealy_tkd
CAC QualifiedW-46kg
Alexandra Natto
Senior · Kyorugi
@worldtkdjamaica · WTJ Coaching Staff
NationalW-49kg
Anaxana Natto
Senior · Kyorugi
alex_nattoo · WTJ Coaching Staff
YOG PathwayM-63kg
Damar Walker
Junior · Kyorugi
@damar_walker_tkd · Master Kenroy Clarke
YOG PathwayW-59kg
Sabrina Allen
Senior · Kyorugi
@sabrina_allen_tkd · Master Kenroy Clarke
NationalM-59kg
Daniel Balli
Junior · Kyorugi
@danielballi_tkd · Master Antwaun Wilson
Intl MedalistLight-Heavy
K'nedy Bentho
Cadet · Kyorugi
@worldtkdjamaica · Grandmaster Eui Lee
NationalM-63kg
Hakeem Lowe
Senior · Kyorugi
@hakeem_lowe · Master Kenroy Clarke
National
Ne-yo Jacobs
Junior · Kyorugi
anaxana047 · Master Kenroy Clarke
National
Kende Bentho
Cadet · Kyorugi
@worldtkdjamaica · Master Kenroy Clarke
National
Maleek Beckford
Junior · Kyorugi
benthokidstaekwondo · WTJ Coaching Staff
NationalHeavyweight
Spencer Hall
Junior · Kyorugi
@worldtkdjamaica · Nathan Hall
NationalHeavyweight
Lacey-Ann Mead
Junior · Kyorugi
@worldtkdjamaica · WTJ Coaching Staff
National
Jhaveon Arbouine
Cadet · Kyorugi
@worldtkdjamaica · Master Kenroy Clarke
Athlete Spotlight
Rising star · K’nedy Bentho
Black Belt · 1st Dan
DivisionLight-Heavy · Age 10–11
Training Since2019 – Present
CoachGrandmaster Eui Lee
NationalityJamaican
2×AAU Nat’l Gold — 2023 & 2024
GoldUSA-T Championships
3rdUSA-T National Ranking
SilverAAU Nationals 2025
One of the youngest nationally ranked athletes on Team Jamaica, K’nedy has made a habit of standing on the podium at every tournament she enters. Through consistent training and international competition, she continues to elevate her performance and proudly carry Jamaica onto the global stage — with her sights set on contributing to the country’s Olympic pathway.
“I love Taekwondo and I am proud to represent Jamaica.”
The Corner
Coaching staff
Technical excellence across every division — from grassroots to the Grand Prix.
Performance Director
Grandmaster Young In Bang
8th Dan · Technical Director
GM Bang ran Mexico's national programme at the highest levels before bringing that experience to Jamaica. He holds an 8th Dan and trains out of his academy in Conroe, Texas — but his fingerprints are all over WTJ's technical standards, competition prep, and the approach to developing athletes who can compete internationally. When the team goes to a major, he's there.
@younginbang
Head Coach
Master Tony Byon
Master Instructor
WTJ's Head Coach — the person in the gym breaking down technique, running drills, and making sure athletes are ready when it counts. He works directly with Brandon Sealy and coordinates closely with the wider coaching staff to keep standards sharp across all divisions.
@tonybyon
Partner Coach
Grandmaster Eui Lee
8th Dan · Minnesota, USA
8th Dan, World Taekwondo Hall of Fame, and a coach who has worked with the US Olympic programme. He coaches Kende and K'nedy Bentho through his academy in Maple Grove, Minnesota — part of WTJ's international partnership network.
Junior Coach
Master Antwaun Wilson
Master Instructor
Master Antwaun Wilson coaches Daniel Balli and works across WTJ's junior programme, developing the next generation of competitive athletes.
Partner Coach
Master Russell Beneby
4th Dan Kukkiwon · Former USA National Team Coach
Master Russell Beneby coaches Alexandra and Anaxana Natto. A 4th Dan under Kukkiwon who's been training since 1984, he served as a USA National Team Coach from 2009 to 2019 and as Vice President of Florida Sport Taekwondo from 2022 to 2025. His international coaching record includes the 2010 Pan Am Junior Championship, the 2012 World Cup Team Championship, the 2012 Junior World Championship, the 2015 Cadet World Championship, and the 2017 World Team Championship. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in American History.
Follow The Team
Athletes & officials
Follow the squad and coaching staff directly for training, camps and competition updates.
All WTJ-affiliated schools deliver Kukkiwon-certified instruction. Belt promotions are globally recognised on the Kukkiwon dan/poom register — the World Taekwondo Headquarters in Seoul, Korea.
Register your club under World Taekwondo Jamaica for official Kukkiwon-recognised affiliation, national & international competition pathways, and inclusion in our member directory.
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Calendar 2026
Events & Competitions
The 2026 competition schedule for WTJ athletes — the PATU calendar, WT global events, and Pan American region opens. Dates sourced from World Taekwondo, PATU, and USATKD official calendars.
05
Mar
2026
US Open Taekwondo Championships
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA · G2 Ranking Event
Las Vegas Convention Center · Mar 5–8, 2026
9 Athletes — Jamaica's largest international team ever
Damar Walker & Sabrina Allen — Youth Olympics candidates
Qualification via WT Youth Rankings · Oct–Nov 2026
Jamaica's first dual Youth Olympics candidates
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2027
2027 Pan American Games
Barranquilla, Colombia
Barranquilla, Colombia · 2027
Major LA 2028 Olympic qualification event
Senior National Team — Jamaica
Continental championship · Olympic points
Also on the calendar
PATU Annual Congress — online, Jan 22–25 · Canada Open G2 — Alberta, Feb 26 · 2027 Pan American Games — Barranquilla, Colombia · WTJ National Championships — Kingston (Kyorugi & Poomsae, all ages), date TBA.
Corporate Partnership
Partner with Jamaica's champions
Align your brand with Olympic excellence. WTJ is seeking forward-thinking partners to co-invest in the next generation of Jamaican athletes — from grassroots development to the LA 2028 Olympic Games.
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14
National Athletes
10+
Schools Island-wide
4
CAC / Olympic Qualifiers
2028
LA Olympic Target
Why Sponsor WTJ
The opportunity
Olympic Cycle Timing
With LA 2028 on the horizon, investing now captures the full journey — qualification campaigns, continental championships, and the Games themselves.
Youth Market Reach
Access Jamaica's fastest-growing youth sport audience. 10+ affiliated schools create direct touchpoints with families and community leaders island-wide.
Caribbean Brand Presence
WTJ competes across PATU events, Caribbean Championships, and the WT Grand Prix — broadcasting your brand regionally and internationally.
Championship Pedigree
Brandon Sealy and Alexandra Natto (CAC Games 2026 qualified), Damar Walker on the YOG pathway — associate your brand with verifiable champions.
Digital & Event Visibility
Logo placement on this website, national-team training & travel apparel, event banners, social posts, press releases and official communications — all structured to comply with World Taekwondo identification rules.
JOA & WT Credibility
Fully affiliated with the Jamaica Olympic Association and World Taekwondo — your partnership carries the credibility of the Olympic movement.
Investment Tiers
Partnership packages
Every tier is designed to deliver measurable brand value — all packages are customisable.
Community Partner
$500
USD / year
Logo on the WTJ website partners wall
Monthly social-media acknowledgement
Listing in WTJ event programmes
Community Partner certificate
Invitations to WTJ events (2 / year)
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Most Popular
Team Partner
$2,500
USD / year
Prominent logo on website & WTJ digital channels
Logo on national-team training & travel apparel (warm-ups, tracksuits, bags)
Branding at WTJ-hosted events — mats, banners & backdrops
Bi-weekly social-media features
Recognition in WTJ press releases
VIP invitations to all WTJ events
Quarterly impact & exposure report
Become a Team Partner
Principal Partner
$10,000
USD / year
Naming rights to a WTJ event or programme
Premier logo placement — website, apparel & all event branding
Co-branded press releases (with JOA where applicable)
Exclusive sponsor hospitality at WTJ events
Monthly exposure & ROI reporting
Direct access to the WTJ President & executive
Become Principal Partner
Official Supplier — Value-in-Kind / Bespoke
Official Apparel & Equipment Supplier
The one route to competition-uniform presence. As the World Taekwondo–approved manufacturer, your Manufacturer’s Identification appears on national-team doboks within WT size & placement limits.
Manufacturer’s mark on national-team competition doboks (within WT limits)
Supply national-team doboks, training wear & protective gear
“Official Supplier of World Taekwondo Jamaica” designation across all channels
Product display & sampling at all WTJ events
Discuss Supplier Partnership
Compliant by design — World Taekwondo identification rules
At World Taekwondo–sanctioned competition, the dobok may carry only the WT logo, the equipment manufacturer’s mark, the national flag and the NOC code (JAM) — per WT’s Guidelines on Identifications. WTJ sponsor visibility is therefore delivered through training & travel apparel, WTJ-hosted events, digital channels and athlete-ambassador activity, with on-uniform presence available exclusively via Official Supplier (manufacturer) status.
*Athlete promotional activity around the Olympic & Youth Olympic Games observes IOC Rule 40. All figures in USD; custom and multi-year packages available — contact us to tailor a compliant programme.
Reach Us
Contact WTJ
Looking to join a school, affiliate your club, ask about competition, or connect with our team? We respond to all inquiries within 2 business days.
Become part of Jamaica's official Taekwondo federation. Whether you're an individual athlete, a school owner, or an organisation — there's a pathway for you.
Individual
Athlete Membership
Annual membership · renews yearly
Official WTJ Member ID & registration
Eligibility for all national competitions
Kukkiwon belt examination eligibility
Access to national training camps
WT world-ranking-point competitions
Youth Olympic pathway consideration
Enquire Now
Full Access
School / Club
School Affiliation
Annual affiliation fee · full federation access
Official WTJ Member School status & certificate
Listing in the WTJ national directory
Kukkiwon dan/poom certification for students
Instructor development programmes
Full JOA affiliation through WTJ
National competition team eligibility
WTJ branding & promotional support
Apply for Affiliation
How To Join
Four simple steps
1
Contact WTJ
Reach out via the form or email to express your interest and receive the membership application.
2
Submit Application
Complete the application with your details, credentials, and any supporting documentation.
3
Approval & Payment
The Executive Committee reviews your application. On approval, pay your annual membership or affiliation fee.
4
Welcome to WTJ
Receive your official WTJ certificate, ID card, and full access to all federation programmes.
Support WTJ
Fuel Jamaica's champions
Every contribution directly supports our athletes' international campaigns — training, equipment, and travel. Help us put Jamaica on the world taekwondo stage.
5
World-stage Athletes
2028
Olympic Cycle Target
5+
Intl. Competitions / Year
Representing Jamaica
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Campaign · Share
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Donate directly with Visa, Mastercard, or Amex through our secure Stripe link — quick and fee-transparent.
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US · Mobile
US-based supporters can send instantly via Cash App — simple, fast, and free from a linked bank account.
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Direct · Jamaica
Jamaican donors can contribute via bank transfer. Contact us for account details and reference your name or school.
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Transparency
Where your money goes
100% of donations support Jamaican taekwondo development.
International Travel
Flights, accommodation, and logistics for athletes competing at World Championships, Pan Am, CAC, and US Open events.
Equipment & Gear
WT-approved uniforms, hogu protectors, headgear, and electronic scoring systems for competition-standard training.
Elite Training
National training camps, coaching fees, sparring programmes, and overseas preparation with GM Young In Bang.
Athlete Administration
JAIP insurance, visa applications, World Taekwondo registration, and WT ranking-point tournament entry costs.
2028 Olympic Pathway
Dedicated support for Damar, Sabrina, Brandon, and Daniel on their Los Angeles 2028 qualification journey.
Youth Development
Cadet and junior programmes, school outreach, belt-grading subsidies, and pathway support for the next generation.
Note: Platform links marked “Coming Soon” activate once the respective accounts are configured. In the meantime, use the Bank Transfer option or contact us directly. We sincerely appreciate your support of Jamaican taekwondo.
In The Media
News & Press
Coverage and updates from Team Jamaica's international campaign — verified reporting only, with links to the original source.
Jamaica Gleaner · March 21, 2026
Team Jamaica shows grit at 2026 US Open Taekwondo Championships
Five WTJ athletes — Daniel Balli, Damar Walker, Ne-yo Jacobs, Sabrina Allen, and Brandon Sealy — competed against elite international fields at the US Open in Las Vegas (Mar 5–8, 2026). None reached the podium this time, but the Gleaner's report highlighted real progress: 15-year-old Daniel Balli was seeded 7th of 51 in the Junior Men's 59kg draw off the strength of his Canada Open bronze, going up against the region's most established taekwondo powers.
President Master Kenroy Clarke called it "one of the hardest rooms in the sport to walk into," and used the result to declare that Jamaica's "Road to Dakar" — the campaign toward the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Senegal this November — is officially under way. He also renewed the federation's call for corporate Jamaica to help fund the team's international preparation.
For interviews, statements, or high-resolution federation branding assets, reach our Media Liaison, Mrs. Tracey-Anne Balli, through the federation office. Contact WTJ
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about membership, competition, and how to get involved with World Taekwondo Jamaica.
Is WTJ the official governing body for taekwondo in Jamaica?
Yes. World Taekwondo Jamaica is Jamaica's sole Member National Association under World Taekwondo, the IOC-recognised international governing body for the sport, and operates in partnership with the Jamaica Olympic Association.
What belt certification do WTJ schools use?
WTJ member schools award Kukkiwon-certified belt ranks, recognised worldwide as the official taekwondo certification standard issued from Seoul, South Korea.
How do I join or register with a WTJ member school?
Browse our list of affiliated schools on the Schools page to find a location near you, then visit the Membership page for the registration process.
Does WTJ offer a Para Taekwondo programme?
Yes — WTJ launched its Para Taekwondo programme to open the sport to athletes with disabilities, and has since qualified athletes for Paralympic-pathway competition.
What competitions do WTJ athletes compete in?
Our athletes compete on the full World Taekwondo ranking calendar — from regional opens through Pan American and CAC Games qualifiers to World Championships and Olympic/Youth Olympic pathway events. See the Events page for the current calendar and results.
Can my business partner with or sponsor WTJ?
Yes. Note that World Taekwondo's uniform identification rules restrict what can appear on competition dobok — commercial branding there is only possible via Official Supplier (equipment manufacturer) status. Visit the Partnerships page for the full structure and what each tier includes.
How can I donate to support Jamaica's athletes?
Visit the Donate page for current giving options. Contributions go directly toward international travel, competition-standard equipment, elite training, and the athletes' Olympic pathway costs.
How do I contact WTJ directly?
Email [email protected], call (876) 927-4696, or visit us at 14 Bracknell Avenue, Kingston 6, Jamaica. Full details are on the Contact page.
Legacy
Hall of Honour
The competitors, masters and administrators who built taekwondo in Jamaica — and set the standard the current generation trains toward.
Inducted
Firsts for Jamaica
London 2012
Kenneth Edwards
Olympian · Men's +80 kg
The first person to represent Jamaica in taekwondo at an Olympic Games, Edwards came out of Jamaica's combined martial arts programme and crossed into Olympic-style competition to carry the country to the London Games.
First Jamaican taekwondo Olympian — London 2012, men's +80 kg
Qualified through the Pan American qualification tournament, Querétaro, Mexico, November 2011
Bronze medallist, 2010 Central American and Caribbean Games
Eight-time Jamaica National Taekwondo Champion
Seven-time Jamaica National Karate Champion
Sources: Olympics.com athlete record · Jamaica Gleaner, Dec 2011 and Aug 2012
Tokyo 2020
Shauna-Kay Hines
Paralympian · Para Taekwondo K44 −58 kg
Jamaica's first taekwondo representative at a Paralympic Games, and the athlete who won the country its first Para taekwondo medal — four years after taking up the sport.
First Jamaican taekwondo Paralympian — Tokyo 2020, women's K44 −58 kg
Bronze medallist, 2019 Lima Parapan American Games — Jamaica's first Para taekwondo medal
Athlete of the Year 2021, Para Taekwondo — RJRGLEANER Sports Foundation National Awards
Queen's Baton Relay bearer, 2022 Commonwealth Games
Began taekwondo in 2017
Sources: Paralympic.org athlete profile · Lima 2019 official results · UWI Sport, Jan 2022
Honour Roll
Those who built it
Full citations for the following are being compiled with the federation from its own records. Names are listed as recognised by World Taekwondo Jamaica.
Grandmaster Christopher Chok
Administrator · Master Instructor
Served as President of the Jamaica Taekwondo Federation during the 2011 campaign that qualified Jamaica's first Olympic taekwondo athlete. Now First Vice-President and Senior Technical Instructor of WTJ.
Source: Jamaica Gleaner, Dec 2011
Grandmaster Ooi
Master Instructor
Citation in preparation.
Mr. Howard Chin
Administrator
Citation in preparation. Currently General Secretary of WTJ.
