World Taekwondo Federation

The city

From the 11th to the 13th century, Haarlem was the seat of the Counts of Holland, and received its municipal charter in 1245, making it the second oldest city in the Dutch heartland. In the 17th century, the city was the scene of great artistic activity and the residence of many painters, including Frans Hals, Jacob van Ruisdael, Philips Wouwerman, and Adriaen van Ostade.

With an abundance of historical sights, cultural attractions and hidden gems crammed into a relatively small city, a visit to Haarlem makes for a brilliant day trip. There’s plenty to keep the visitor entertained - including river cruises, flower markets and more. And thanks to its compact size, it’s easy to get a good introduction to the city even if you only have one day to explore it.

The Grote Kerk

In the heart of the Grote Markt, Haarlem's main city square, Grote Kerk (St. Bavokerk) is the city's most striking building. This Late Gothic cruciform basilica, now reaching 140 meters in length with its slender 40-meter tower, was started in the 14th century with the building of the choir, while the transepts were added in the mid-15th century.

The real star of the cathedral, however, is its famous Müller Organ, considered one of the greatest such instruments in the world for its tone and decoration. For an unforgettable experience, try to coincide your visit with one of the church's regular organ recitals.

Shopping

With the biggest range of shops in the Netherlands and atmospheric Gouden Straatjes (Golden Streets), Haarlem is the number 1 shopping city, offering exclusive interior design shops, trendy fashion shops, hip concept stores, vintage boutiques, children’s shops and major (inter)national chains. Haarlem is the place to shop. Also on Sundays.

The Gouden Straatjes

Even back in the Golden Age, Haarlem was the center for trade and shopping. Today, the city still attracts many shopping enthusiasts. Particularly popular are the picturesque shopping streets with unique boutiques, the Gouden Straatjes.

Marijke Mul Goudsmit

A goldsmith with passion for craftsmanship and emotion. In an open studio you can see with your own eyes how your special story is shaped into a personal piece of jewellery.

Touristic attractions

In the 17th century, the city was the scene of great artistic activity and the residence of many painters, including Frans Hals, Jacob van Ruisdael, Philips Wouwerman, and Adriaen van Ostade. This rich cultural heritage lives on to this day, and the Frans Hals Museum is one of the city's top tourist attractions.

The Frans Hals Museum

Established in 1913 in one of Haarlem's most important historic structures, the 17th-century Old Men's Almshouses, the Frans Hals Museum is one of the leading art galleries in the Netherlands. The museum focuses on the work of the Haarlem Academy, a group of artists established by Frans Hals in the 1600s. The museum has the world's largest collection of works by Hals, including five of his large civic guard pieces. These large canvases display his genius for capturing a moment and bringing it to life in each of the faces.

The Old City Hall

Standing opposite the Grote Kerk is the City Hall, the oldest parts of which date back to 1250. More recent features, such as the external staircase, the north wing, and the Neoclassical façade, were added in the 1600s. The tower, Haarlem's greatest landmark and emblem, was rebuilt based on original plans in 1913 (the original bell still rings at the beginning of council meetings). The interior is also of interest and includes numerous fine paintings, relics, and mementos, along with fine woodcarvings.

DragonGym

DragonGym provides lessons in taekwondo for both children and adults. During these lessons you will stay challenged to keep developing yourself.

Mudoin Taekwondo Haarlem

The groups of Mudoin are divided in children (7-11), youth (12-18) and adults (18+). In these lessons you'll learn 3 aspects of taekwondo: taekwondo-yoga, gyrugi (sparring) and poomse (forms).

Taekwondo Bond Nederland

The TBN gives courses for people to become taekwondo teachers and assistants. They teach them how to teach people in a safe, responsible and inspiring way.

De Evenaar

De Evenaar is a subdivision of DragonGym. It's a smaller place that gives lessons to children between 7 to 14 years old.

Eagle Gym Haarlem

The Eagle Gym teaches the traditional form of the WTF. What makes them unique is that they combine this with other forms of Martial Arts.

Enoch Martial Arts

Enoch Martial Arts is a big association that teaches a wide variety of people. Training happens at your own speed, so you decide the level and speed of your training.

Black Bear Taekwondo

Black Bear is a sport association in Amsterdam. They have 5 different trainers with each their own expertise, so the training is very alternating.

Chung do Kwan

Chung do Kwam has a wide variety of sports to choose from. Besides taekwondo, they also teach kummooyeh and korean kickboxing.

Cheo Go Kwan Taekwon-do

Cheo Go Kwam is a school that teaches the traditonal form of taekwondo called the Chang Hun form. Here everybody is welcome and it is possible to practise for fun or for competitions.

Gyeong-Rye Den Haag Taekwondo

Gyeong-Rye is a very big club that has a wide variety of students. With 6 trainers, they have the biggest trainersteam of the Netherlands.