Hollingsworth Taekwon-Do

Meet your instructors

Meet the people behind Hollingsworth Taekwon-Do: experienced instructors supporting students from their first class through to advanced training.

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Master Lee Hollingsworth

7th Degree Master

Master Hollingsworth started Taekwon-Do in 1988, at the age of 4.

A former personal student of Grandmaster Trevor Nicholls, he won multiple World and European medals during his competitive career. He founded HTKD in 2009, opening his first school in Greenford. In 2019, he graded to 7th Degree Master under Grandmaster Kong Young Il, one of the original pioneers of Taekwon-Do.

Founder & Chief Instructor, Hollingsworth Taekwon-Do · National England Team High Performance Program Coach

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Miss Emily White

5th Degree Black Belt

Miss White has over 20 years of Taekwon-Do experience and has achieved national and international competition success.

She is passionate about helping students experience the same life-changing benefits the art has given her. Her teaching focuses on confidence, personal growth and empowerment, helping every student realise their strengths on and off the mats.

Instructor, HTKD Birkenhead (Liverpool)

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Miss Umbreen Khan

5th Degree Black Belt

Miss Khan has trained in ITF Taekwon-Do for over 15 years and, as a fully qualified instructor, has been teaching since 2014.

As well as competing nationally, she has competed internationally and represented England at the World Championships in 2014, 2016 and 2022. Her classes are suitable for adults and children aged 7+, and for students of all levels of experience.

Instructor, HTKD Hanwell

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Mr Matt Storey

5th Degree Black Belt

Mr Storey has trained in martial arts for over 20 years, with more than 15 years experience in competing at National and International level where he has won numerous titles.

Alongside his experience in ITF Taekwon-Do, Mr Storey has a master’s degree in Strength, Conditioning & Performance Science which he applies to martial arts to support the club, its members athlete’s to achieve their fitness goals and perform at their best when they step in the ring through bespoke 1-2-1 programming, targeted coaching and padwork sessions.

Team HTKD Strength & Conditioning Coach

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Mr White

4th Degree Black Belt

Mr White has over 47 years of experience in martial arts, has been teaching for over 35 years, and is well respected within the community.

He has a specific background in teaching self-defence programmes such as Ladies’ Zone and Street Self-Defence, leading seminars across the country and inspiring the next generation of students. His lifelong commitment to discipline, respect and continuous learning is evident in every aspect of his martial arts career.

Instructor, HTKD Colnbrook & HTKD Spelthorne

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Mr Josh Phillips

4th Degree Black Belt

Mr Phillips has trained in Taekwon-Do since the age of 10 and remains passionate about the art 25 years later. He is a European Silver Medallist (2023) and European Champion (2024).

His lessons balance wellbeing, discipline and respect, challenging every student to reach their full potential.

Instructor, HTKD West Drayton & HTKD High Wycombe

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Mr Myolan Reddy

4th Degree Black Belt

Mr Reddy has 15 years of experience in martial arts.

As a national and international competitor, he has earned numerous titles, showcasing his dedication to the art. With strong technical and traditional knowledge, he brings a diverse set of techniques and strategies to his teaching.

Mr Reddy aims to empower students by building confidence and discipline, helping them to reach their potential, build character and develop essential life skills.

Instructor, HTKD Colnbrook & HTKD Spelthorne

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Mr Amardeep Gill

2nd Degree Black Belt

Mr Gill has 20 years of martial arts experience and has competed at national and international levels, achieving multiple accolades throughout his career.

He is passionate about guiding students at every stage of their journey. His focus is on creating a positive, supportive environment that helps students build skill, confidence and discipline on and off the mats.

Assistant Instructor, HTKD Uxbridge

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Mrs Jo Rose

With over 20 years of Taekwon-Do experience, Mrs Rose has competed at regional, national and international level, achieving the ultimate success of winning gold at the 2022 World Championships in Argentina.

Having opened HTKD Bradford in February 2026, Mrs Rose is passionate about sharing her love of Taekwon-Do and providing people of all ages with the same opportunities to learn, grow and develop through martial arts.

Her aim is to create a welcoming and supportive environment where students can build confidence, improve fitness, develop discipline and make new friends, all while enjoying the journey of Taekwon-Do.

Instructor, HTKD Bradford

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