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World Taekwondo Jamaica

Jamaica's National Federation

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JAMAICA

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Jamaica's Member National Association under World Taekwondo, developing champions from grassroots to the Olympic stage. Kukkiwon-certified, JOA-affiliated, nation-proud.

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2026 US Open Championships — Las Vegas
March 2026 · Team Jamaica · 5-Member Delegation
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About World Taekwondo Jamaica

World Taekwondo Jamaica (WTJ), also operating as World Korean Taekwondo Jamaica (WKTJ), is Jamaica's sole Member National Association under World Taekwondo — the International Olympic Committee-recognized governing body for the sport of Taekwondo worldwide.

Founded with the mission of developing and promoting Kukkiwon-certified Taekwondo across Jamaica, WTJ oversees all aspects of the sport from grassroots participation to elite international competition. Our athletes compete under the World Taekwondo 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 to ensure our athletes receive the support, resources, and international access needed to compete and excel at the highest levels of the sport.

Through our network of member schools across Jamaica and internationally, WTJ provides structured programs for students from age 5 through adult, developing not only athletic excellence but the core values of taekwondo: courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and indomitable spirit.

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Kukkiwon Certified
Official global belt certification recognized by the Kukkiwon, Seoul, Korea.
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Olympic Pathway
Athletes compete on the WT ranking system toward Olympic qualification.
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National Recognition
Jamaica's sole recognized federation under World Taekwondo and the JOA.
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Youth Development
Structured programs building character, discipline, and athletic excellence.
Organization
Key Facts
Full NameWorld Taekwondo Jamaica
AbbreviationWTJ / WKTJ
HeadquartersKingston, Jamaica
International BodyWorld Taekwondo (WT)
National AffiliationJamaica Olympic Association
Belt CertificationKukkiwon, Seoul
Funding PartnersJOA, SDF, Korean Embassy
PresidentKenroy Clarke
Official Documents
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WTJ Constitution
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Membership & Affiliation Guidelines
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Code of Conduct & Ethics Policy
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Annual Report 2025
Our Journey
2017
World Taekwondo Mandeville Founded
Kenroy Clarke establishes WTM at Church Teachers' College in Mandeville under the mentorship of Master Christopher Chok, beginning a new chapter for taekwondo in Manchester Parish.
2020
WTJ National Federation Status
World Taekwondo Jamaica is formally recognized as Jamaica's Member National Association under World Taekwondo, gaining full JOA affiliation.
2023
Korean Embassy Partnership
Strategic partnership formed with the Korean Embassy Jamaica, opening new pathways for athlete development, cultural exchange, and international competition support.
2025
Youth Olympic Pathway Athletes
Damar Walker and Sabrina Allen enter the World Taekwondo Youth Rankings pathway toward the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games — a historic milestone for Jamaican taekwondo.
2026
US Open Championships — Las Vegas
Jamaica fields a 5-member delegation to the 2026 US Open Taekwondo Championships with Performance Director Master Young In Bang (7th Dan), gaining WT ranking points.

Leadership

Executive Committee

The World Taekwondo Jamaica Executive Committee is elected by member schools and operates in the best interests of Jamaican taekwondo athletes, coaches, and the wider sporting community. It ensures compliance with World Taekwondo statutes and the WTJ Constitution.

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⭐ President
Master Kenroy Clarke
President — World Taekwondo Jamaica  ·  Director & Head Instructor — World Taekwondo Mandeville

Master Kenroy Clarke is the President of World Taekwondo Jamaica and the founder and Head Instructor of World Taekwondo Mandeville (WTM), based at Church Teachers' College in Mandeville. He has been developing Jamaica's national taekwondo program to international standard since 2017, under the mentorship of Grandmaster Christopher Chok. Mr. Clarke holds a background in Sports Administration and ICT, and has been instrumental in securing JOA and SDF funding, fostering partnerships with the Korean Embassy, and fielding Jamaica's first Youth Olympic pathway athletes.

Role President
Since 2017
School WTM Mandeville
Affiliation World Taekwondo · JOA
Executive Committee Members
1st Vice President
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Grandmaster Christopher Chok
Grandmaster
1st VP · Director & Senior Instructor
Grandmaster Christopher Chok is the 1st Vice President of WTJ and one of Jamaica's most distinguished Taekwondo figures. As a Director and Senior Instructor, he has been the guiding technical force of the organisation — shaping its curriculum standards, instructor development programs, and the growth of the national federation from its inception.
2nd Vice President
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Mr. Michael Mao
 
2nd Vice President — WTJ
Mr. Michael Mao serves as the 2nd Vice President of World Taekwondo Jamaica. As a senior member of the Executive Committee, he supports federation leadership and plays a key role in the governance and strategic oversight of WTJ operations and programs.
General Secretary
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Mr. Howard Chin
 
General Secretary — WTJ
Mr. Howard Chin serves as General Secretary of World Taekwondo Jamaica. He is responsible for organisational correspondence, maintaining official records and minutes, and coordinating the administrative functions of all WTJ activities and official communications with member schools and international bodies.
Technical Director
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Grandmaster Young In Bang
Grandmaster · 7th Dan
Technical Director — WTJ
Grandmaster Young In Bang serves as Technical Director of WTJ, responsible for national technical standards, referee development, coach accreditation, and ensuring full curriculum compliance with World Taekwondo regulations. A 7th Dan holder and former Head Coach of Mexico's National Team, he brings elite international expertise to Jamaica's programme.
Treasurer
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Treasurer
 
Treasurer — WTJ
Oversees financial management, membership dues, sponsorship administration, and funding compliance for all WTJ programs and operations, ensuring sound fiscal governance for the federation.
Athletes Commission
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Ms. Sandra Sealy
 
Athletes Commission Chairperson — WTJ
Ms. Sandra Sealy serves as Chairperson of the WTJ Athletes Commission, acting as the primary voice and advocate for Jamaica's competitive athletes within the federation. She liaises between the athlete body and the Executive Committee, ensuring that athlete welfare, development needs, and competition interests are represented at the highest level of WTJ governance.
Planning, Fundraising & Media Committee
Chairperson
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Dr. Altreisha Bentho
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Planning & Fundraising Committee — Chairperson
Dr. Altreisha Bentho serves as Chairperson of the WTJ Planning and Fundraising Committee, providing strategic leadership in the development of federation programs, financial sustainability initiatives, and long-term organisational planning. Her expertise is instrumental in driving WTJ's growth and securing resources to support Jamaica's athletes and schools.
Co-Chairperson
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Mrs. Tracey-Anne Balli
 
Co-Chairperson & Media Liaison
Mrs. Tracey-Anne Balli serves as Co-Chairperson of the Planning and Fundraising Committee and as WTJ's Media Liaison. She oversees the federation's communications strategy, public relations, media partnerships, and the promotion of WTJ events and athlete achievements to national and international audiences.
Co-Chairperson
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Mrs. Tanecia Natto
 
Co-Chairperson — Planning & Fundraising
Mrs. Tanecia Natto serves as Co-Chairperson of the WTJ Planning and Fundraising Committee, contributing to the strategic planning and resource mobilisation efforts of the federation. She supports the development of funding initiatives, event planning, and committee coordination to advance the mission of World Taekwondo Jamaica.
Technical Staff & Coaches
World-Class Instruction
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Grandmaster Young In Bang
7th Dan · Grandmaster
Performance Director & Technical Director
Former Head Coach, Mexico National Taekwondo Team
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Master Tony Byon
Master Instructor
Technical Coach — WTJ
Elite Competition Preparation
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Master Kenroy Clarke
President · Head Instructor
Head Instructor — World Taekwondo Mandeville
National Team Manager

Team Jamaica

National Athletes

Jamaica's competitive taekwondo athletes represent the nation at regional and international championships under the World Taekwondo ranking system.

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Damar Walker
Cadet / Junior — Kyorugi
Dakar 2026 Pathway WT Ranked
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Sabrina Allen
Cadet / Junior — Kyorugi
Dakar 2026 Pathway WT Ranked
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Daniel Balli
Senior — Kyorugi
US Open 2026 National Team
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Brandon Sealy
Senior — Kyorugi
CAC / Pan Am Pathway National Team
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Ne-yo Jacobs
Junior — Kyorugi
US Open 2026 National Team
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K'nedy Bentho
Cadet — Kyorugi · Age 10 · Female · Light-Heavyweight
Cadet Division National Team
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Kende Bentho
Cadet — Kyorugi · Age 12
Cadet Division National Team
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Garth Myrie
Junior — Kyorugi · Age 16
2nd Dan National Team
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Maleek Beckford
Junior — Kyorugi · Age 15 · Male
Junior Division National Team
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Anaxana Natto
Senior — Kyorugi · Age 19 · Female
Senior Division National Team
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Alexandra Natto
Senior — Kyorugi · Age 19 · Female
Senior Division National Team
Coaching Staff
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Grandmaster Young In Bang
Performance Director — 7th Dan
Grandmaster Young In Bang holds a 7th Dan black belt and served as the former Head Coach of Mexico's National Taekwondo Team. He has been instrumental in elevating Jamaica's competitive standard, providing elite coaching for the national team's international campaign including the 2026 US Open in Las Vegas. His experience at the highest levels of international competition brings world-class methodology to Jamaican athletes.
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Master Tony Byon
Head Coach
Master Tony Byon serves as Head Coach for World Taekwondo Jamaica, bringing expert technical coaching and elite competition preparation to Jamaica's national athletes. His coaching methodology supports athletes across all age groups and competition levels, driving the team's performance on the regional and international stage.
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Master Kenroy Clarke
Head Instructor & National Team Manager
Master Kenroy Clarke is the President of WTJ and Head Instructor of World Taekwondo Mandeville. As National Team Manager, he oversees athlete development, competition logistics, and team coordination. His leadership has been central to building Jamaica's competitive taekwondo programme and creating pathways for Jamaican athletes to compete at the highest levels.

Our Network

Registered Schools & Clubs

All WTJ-affiliated schools deliver Kukkiwon-certified instruction under World Taekwondo standards. Find a school near you and begin your journey.

World Taekwondo Mandeville
Mandeville, Manchester, Jamaica
Head Instructor: Master Kenroy Clarke
Church Teachers' College Campus
✓ Kukkiwon Approved
World Taekwondo Kingston
Kingston, Jamaica
Chief Instructor: Grandmaster Christopher Chok
WTJ Senior Technical Instructor
✓ Kukkiwon Approved
Bang Elite Sport Taekwondo
Conroe, Texas, USA
Chief Instructor: Grandmaster Young In Bang, 7th Dan
Former Head Coach, Mexico National Team
bangtkd.com ↗
TKV Martial Arts New York
New York, USA
Affiliated International Partner School
✓ Partner School
Grandmaster Lee's World Taekwondo Academy
Maple Grove, Minnesota, USA
Chief Instructor: Grandmaster Eui Lee, 8th Dan
World Taekwondo Hall of Fame · US Olympic Coaching Staff
wta4u.com ↗ ✓ Partner School
Champions Taekwondo
Pembroke Pines, Florida, USA
Location: 621 99th Avenue, Miami, FL 33024
Kukkiwon-certified competition & traditional training
championstkd.com ↗ ✓ Partner School
Peak Performance Taekwondo
Miami / Tamarac, Florida, USA
Chief Instructor: Master Juan Moreno
3× Olympian · 2 Olympic Silver Medals · 7 Olympic Games
peakperformancemiami.com ↗ ✓ Partner School
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Events & Competitions

Jamaica's 2026 international competition roadmap — targeting the Youth Olympic Games, CAC Games, Pan American Games, and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

🏆 2026 OLYMPIC PATHWAY
US Open ✓ → WT Junior Worlds → CAC Qualifiers → Youth Olympics → CAC Games → LA 2028 Olympics
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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
🎯G2 WT World Ranking Points · Dakar 2026 Pathway Event
🏅Performance Director: Grandmaster Young In Bang, 7th Dan
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Apr 2026
WT Junior World Championships
Tashkent, Uzbekistan · Premier World Junior Event
📍Humo Arena, Tashkent · Apr 12–17, 2026
👤Damar Walker (M-63kg) · Coach: Master Kenroy Clarke
🌍80+ Countries · World's Premier Junior Championship
⭐Youth Olympics Pathway — WT-Recognised Junior Event
🎯Critical Ranking Points · Dakar 2026 Qualification
Upcoming
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CAC Games Qualification Tournament
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
📍Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic · Apr 7–10, 2026
👤Brandon Sealy — Senior Division
🎯Secure Jamaica's Spot at CAC Games 2026
🏅CAC Games Qualification · 2028 Olympic Pathway
Upcoming
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May 2026
Pan American Championships 2026
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
📍Rio de Janeiro, Brazil · May 8–10, 2026
👥Cadet, Junior & Senior — Team Jamaica
🌎Top-Ranked Athletes from Across the Americas
🎯Continental Championship · Ranking Points
Upcoming
TBD
Oct 2026
Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games
Dakar, Senegal · IOC Youth Olympic Games
🏅IOC Youth Olympic Games — Taekwondo
⭐Damar Walker (M-63kg) & Sabrina Allen (F-59kg)
🎯Qualification via WT Youth Rankings · Oct–Nov 2026
🇯🇲Jamaica's First Dual Youth Olympics Candidates
Qualification Pathway Active
TBD
Nov 2026
CAC Games 2026
Central America & Caribbean Games
🌎Central America & Caribbean · Nov 2026
👥Anaxana & Alexandra Natto · Brandon Sealy
🎯2028 Los Angeles Olympics Qualification Pathway
🏅Senior Division · 3-Athlete Jamaica Team
Upcoming
TBD
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2027 Pan American Games
Barranquilla, Colombia
🌎Barranquilla, Colombia · 2027
🎯Major LA 2028 Olympic Qualification Event
👥Senior National Team — Jamaica
🏅Continental Championship · Olympic Points
Planning Phase
TBD
2026
WTJ National Championships
Kingston, Jamaica
📍Kingston, Jamaica
👥Open to All WTJ Member Schools
🥋Kyorugi & Poomsae · All Age Divisions
🏅National Selection · Kukkiwon Grading
Date TBA
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Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games
Los Angeles, California, USA · The Ultimate Goal
🏅Olympic Games — Taekwondo · Los Angeles 2028
🇯🇲Jamaica's Long-Term Olympic Target
🎯Via CAC Games + Pan American Games Qualification
⭐Natto Sisters · Brandon Sealy · National Senior Team
Long-Term Target

Media Centre

News & Updates

The latest news, results, athlete profiles, and federation announcements from World Taekwondo Jamaica.

Official Match Report
Team Jamaica Shows Grit at 2026 US Open Taekwondo Champs
Jamaica's rising stars — Daniel Balli, Damar Walker, Ne-Yo Jacobs, Sabrina Allen and Brandon Sealy — faced elite global competition in Las Vegas and delivered creditable performances defined by tenacity and technical growth. WTJ President Kenroy Clarke declared the Road to Dakar is officially under way.

"The US Open is not an ordinary tournament. It draws hundreds of athletes from across the Americas and beyond, many of whom train full-time, are supported by national programmes with decades of infrastructure. Jamaica drew those opponents, and the team did not flinch."

— Kenroy Clarke, WTJ President

March 21, 2026 Jamaica Gleaner Read Full Article ↗
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International Competition
Jamaica Fields Largest-Ever International Team at US Open
A historic 9-member delegation — Jamaica's largest international team ever — competed at the 2026 US Open Taekwondo Championships in Las Vegas, Mar 5–8, earning WT ranking points under Performance Director Grandmaster Young In Bang.
March 8, 2026 Read More →
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Upcoming Competition
Sealy Heads to Santo Domingo for CAC Games Qualifiers
Brandon Sealy will lead Jamaica's charge at the CAC Games qualification tournament in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, April 7–10. His mission: secure Jamaica's spot on the regional stage ahead of the 2026 CAC Games.
March 21, 2026 Read More →
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Upcoming Competition
Team Jamaica Eyes Pan American Championships in Rio
Following the CAC Qualifiers, WTJ turns its focus to the 2026 Pan American Championships in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, May 8–10. Cadet, junior, and senior athletes will face the top-ranked martial artists in the Americas.
March 21, 2026 Read More →
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Youth Olympic Games
Road to Dakar 2026 Is Officially Under Way
World Taekwondo Jamaica has its sights firmly set on the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games in November. Dual candidates Damar Walker and Sabrina Allen are actively building their WT ranking points following the US Open campaign.
February 2026 Read More →
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Competition Result
Balli Mines Bronze for Team Jamaica at 2026 Canada Open G2
15-year-old Daniel Balli delivered a breakthrough performance at the 2026 Canada Open G2 in Calgary (Feb 26–28), defeating Canadian opponents in the Round of 16 and quarterfinals before securing bronze in the Junior Men -59kg division — Jamaica's first medal at a G2-ranked WT event this season.
March 4, 2026 Jamaica Gleaner ↗
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Federation Recognition
JOA President Samuda Hails Sealy as Jamaica's Taekwondo Star
Jamaica Olympic Association President Christopher Samuda praised Brandon Sealy as a source of national confidence, declaring the Princeton-educated athlete a top Olympic prospect. Sealy was ranked 27th in the world at the time, having won the Costa Rica Open and a bronze at the President's Cup in Mexico under coach Master Tony Byon.
September 2022 Inside The Games ↗
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Athlete Profile
Ivy League & International Champion: The Brandon Sealy Story
Brandon Sealy became the first Jamaican junior athlete to win two consecutive gold medals at WT-sanctioned events — Pan Am Open (Spokane) and Canada Open (Vancouver). He went on to compete at the 2019 Pan American Games in Lima, and earned a full scholarship to Princeton University, where he graduated in 2024 while training to become a cardiothoracic surgeon.
Career Profile Jamaica Gleaner ↗
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Federation Statement
Clarke Calls on Corporate Jamaica to Partner with WTJ
Following Team Jamaica's US Open campaign, WTJ President Kenroy Clarke called on the private sector to step up. "We are not just building fighters; we are building ambassadors for Jamaica on the world stage," Clarke told the Jamaica Gleaner, while thanking the Government's Ministry of Sport for existing investments.
March 21, 2026 Jamaica Gleaner ↗
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School Update
WTM Student Portal Launches at worldtkdmandeville.com
World Taekwondo Mandeville launches a digital student portal providing class schedules, belt progression information, event calendars, and QR-based attendance check-in for enrolled students.
December 2025 Read More →

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Join World Taekwondo Jamaica and become part of Jamaica's official Taekwondo federation. Whether you are an individual athlete, a school owner, or an organization — there is a membership pathway for you.

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  • Official WTJ Member School status & certificate
  • Listing in WTJ national school directory
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Organization
World Taekwondo Jamaica (WTJ / WKTJ)
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President
Master Kenroy Clarke
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Email
info@worldtaekwondojamaica.com
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Headquarters
Kingston, Jamaica
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WTM School
Church Teachers' College, Mandeville, Manchester
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WTM Student Portal
portal.worldtkdmandeville.com
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Affiliation
World Taekwondo MNA · Jamaica Olympic Association
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Partners
Kukkiwon · Korean Embassy Jamaica · SDF Jamaica
World Taekwondo Kukkiwon JOA Korean Embassy SDF
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