Grandmaster Kevin Woon Tai Loke

Grandmaster Kevin Woon, a 9th Dan Kukkiwon with over 50 years career in Taekwondo. He is recognized globally as an International Referee, Master Instructor, and an influential leader who has significantly contributed to Taekwondo over four decades.

Grandmaster Woon's Taekwondo career is a testament to a lifelong dedication. He has excelled in every facet of Taekwondo: as a competitor, an internationally-certified instructor, a world-class referee at the Olympic level, a master coach, and a visionary administrator. His ongoing leadership in international federations ensures his profound impact on the art and sport of Taekwondo will continue for years to come.

Key Qualifications, Appointments and Highest Certifications

• Kukkiwon Master Instructor, International Examiner, S-Class International Referee (Kyorugi), and World Taekwondo Coach (Kyorugi & Poomsae)
• Inclusive Training: Certified to teach Taekwondo to disabled and non-disabled individuals (Korea Taekwondo Association for the Disabled, 2013)

Leadership Roles

• Founder of International Clubs Taekwondo Organization (ICTO)
• Secretary-General, International Clubs Taekwondo Organisation (ICTO) (1995-Present)
• Founding Member, Malaysia Taekwondo Federation (MTF)
• Chairman, Malaysia Taekwondo Federation (MTF) Refereeing Committee (2007-2010)
• Citations from President of WTF Dr. Un Yong Kim

Refereeing Career Highlights

• 2004 Athens Olympic Games (Greece)
• 1994 & 1998 Asian Games (Japan & Thailand)
• 2002 World Cup Taekwondo Championships (Tokyo, Japan)
• 2001 East Asian Games (Osaka, Japan)
• 2012 World Military Taekwondo Championships (Vietnam)
• 2014 World Taekwondo Grand Prix (Astana, Kazakhstan)
• Multiple Commonwealth Taekwondo Championships, World Junior Championships, Olympic qualifications and with over 100 caps as International Referee