In this newsletter, we look back on a great season featuring a range of activities and achievements by our members. We’ll also be sharing useful tips for training on hot days, telling you more about our outdoor training sessions and the revised holiday timetable. You can also read all about our revamped website, the upcoming pre-tests and exams, and the new Women Only Krav Maga course.
We’d like to wish all our members and parents a lovely, active and safe summer. Enjoy reading!
A look back at spring
New: Threat Awareness & Response Skills (TARS)
The missing link in resilience and self-defence.
In our Krav Maga classes, you’ll learn how to defend yourself when a situation turns physical. But what happens before that point? How do you recognise unusual behaviour? How do you prevent a situation from escalating? How do you choose the right stance? And how do you respond when there’s no violence at all yet?
That’s exactly what you’ll learn on our new course Threat Awareness & Response Skills (TARS).
Over the course of three interactive evenings, you will learn, amongst other things:
- Recognising threats and unusual behaviour at an early stage
- Assessing situations more effectively through behavioural profiling
- Recognising different forms of aggression and de-escalating them appropriately
- Communicating effectively and setting boundaries
- Positioning yourself effectively and working together with bystanders
- Taking action during and after an incident
- When physical self-defence is necessary, and when it is not
De cursus bestaat uit drie bijeenkomsten:
- Friday 9 October
- Friday 16 October
- Friday 6 November
🕖 Time: 7.30 pm – 9.30 pm
Taus Gym Tilburg
11A Professor Romeinstraat
All evening classes take place at our venue in Tilburg.
The course will go ahead provided there are at least 8 participants, and there is room for a maximum of 16 participants.
You can take part from the age of 12.
Sign up for the course via the contact form.
Leden: €169,-
Niet-leden: €199,-
If you’re unable to attend on these dates but are still interested, please let us know. If there’s enough interest, we’ll organise this course more often or schedule a new session on different dates.
The course is suitable for adults and young people aged 12 and over. It might even be fun for parents and children to take part together and develop these valuable skills side by side.
We have worked on this course with great enthusiasm and are looking forward to welcoming the first TARS participants!
New FIT instructor: Mark van Gorp
After the summer holidays, we’ll be welcoming a familiar face as our new FIT instructor: Mark van Gorp!
Mark has been a member of Taus Gym for 12 years, and many members will know him as that incredibly fit and skilled man who’s always on hand to help others during their workouts. We’re therefore absolutely delighted to welcome him to our team of instructors.
What perhaps not everyone knows is that Mark competed in gymnastics at a high level and also has many years’ experience as a gymnastics coach. Teaching good motor skills, body control and safe movement is therefore second nature to him.
From after the summer holidays, Mark will be leading the FIT Circuit class every other week on Tuesday evenings. We’re already looking forward to his classes!
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New: the Taus Gym sports top
Are you ready to train in style? Our new Taus Gym sports top is now available! The top is made from comfortable sports fabric and is ideal for all your workouts. With the bold “Discover Your Strength” print, you can show what Taus Gym stands for: continuing to develop yourself and getting the best out of yourself.
The T-shirt is available to all members in sizes XS to XXL and, like our other sports T-shirts, costs €25 each. What’s more, the new design goes perfectly with our Taus Gym hoodie, socks and water bottle, so you can complete your outfit.
Would you like to train in our latest shirt too? Let us know via the contact form or speak to one of the instructors during the training session. We’ll order the shirts based on the requests we receive.
New website
You may have noticed by now: our website has had a makeover! Over the past few weeks, we’ve been working hard to revamp the website and make it even more user-friendly, so that parents and members can quickly find the information they need about our classes, the timetable and activities.
Thanks to our new web developer and one of our members from Breda, Maarten and his company Trender, we’ve been able to make significant improvements to the website. Are you curious to see the result? Then do feel free to take a look at www.tausgym.nl.
Is there any information you’re missing, or do you have a suggestion on how to make the website even better? Please feel free to let us know via WhatsApp or the contact form.
Training smart on hot days
Summer has begun, which means we’ll be training in hot weather on a regular basis. That’s no problem, of course, but it is important to look after yourself properly. These tips will help you keep training safely and enjoyably, even on hot days.
👂 Listen to your body
Are you feeling dizzy or nauseous, or do you feel the heat is getting too much for you? If so, tell an instructor straight away. It’s perfectly fine to take a short break; safety always comes first.
💧 Make sure you drink enough
Always bring a well-filled water bottle to training and make sure you drink plenty of water throughout the day. That way, you’ll be well prepared for the class.
🍎 Eat enough
Make sure you’ve eaten enough before your training session. Your body needs energy to be able to exercise properly, especially on hot days.
👕 Wear light, breathable clothing
Choose sportswear that’s comfortable and breathable. This will help your body release heat more effectively whilst you’re exercising.
☀️ Safety comes first
The safety of our members is always our top priority. On hot days, we adjust our training sessions where necessary so that everyone can continue to exercise safely. In the event of extreme heat, we may decide to cancel a session. As a guideline, we use a room temperature of 30°C or higher for children’s and youth classes, and 33°C or higher for adult classes.
We’ll share any changes via our WhatsApp groups, email and the calendar on our website. If you’re not yet in one of our WhatsApp groups but would like to stay up to date, please let us know via the contact form, we’d be happy to add you.
Outdoor training sessions
With the lovely weather on its way, it’s time for our outdoor training sessions again! Every now and then, we move the training outdoors for a nice change of pace. Training outdoors isn’t just fun, it also helps us practise techniques in a different setting.
Over the past few months July to September inclusive Instructors may choose to hold a training session outdoors. Therefore, during this period, please always bring both your indoor shoes and your outdoor trainers to the class. On hot days, don’t forget your water bottle and, if necessary, sun cream.
For our members in Breda Due to the limited availability of the hall, a number of training sessions will definitely take place outdoors during the summer holidays. The dates in question are as follows:
- Thursday 16 July
- Monday 20 July
- Thursday 13 August
- Monday 17 August
Please note: The sports hall is closed on these days. It is therefore not possible to get changed or use the toilet. So please make sure you arrive at training already changed and prepared.
In the event of bad weather, an outdoor training session may be rescheduled or cancelled. We’ll share any changes via our WhatsApp groups, so please keep a close eye on these before setting off for the session.
We hope to see you all outdoors this summer too!
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Holiday timetable
The summer holidays are coming up! You can carry on training as normal during the holidays. In fact, during the summer holidays, you’re welcome to take part in all our training sessions, regardless of your membership. It’s a great opportunity to try out a different class or squeeze in an extra training session.
During the summer holidays, we do operate a revised timetable. As a result, some training sessions may be cancelled or take place at a different time. You should therefore always check our calendar, so that you know exactly when your training session is taking place.
Please note: Taus Gym will be completely closed from 27 July to 9 August. There will be no training sessions during this period.
Summer holidays: 11 July to 23 August
Women-only Krav Maga course
Our Women-Only Krav Maga course is starting up again after the summer! Perhaps this is the perfect time to try something new together with your mum or daughter (aged 14 and over). Together, you’ll work on building resilience, self-confidence and practical self-defence skills, whilst also sharing a fun and educational activity.
During the course, you will learn how to defend yourself in situations that women may encounter, such as sexual harassment and unwanted physical contact. We also focus extensively on recognising, setting and maintaining your own boundaries. No prior experience is necessary; everyone is welcome, regardless of fitness level or sporting background.
The free taster lessons take place on Monday 17 and 24 August 2026.
Would you like to join us? If so, please let us know via the contact form!
The full course starts on Monday 31 August and runs until 2 November 2026 inclusive. There will be no lessons on 19 October due to the autumn half-term.
Has this sparked your interest? If so, please sign up via the contact form!
📍 Location
11A Professor Romeinstraat, Tilburg.
🕒 Lesson time
Mondays from 8.15 pm to 9.15 pm.
👥 Who is it for?
Women aged 14 and over; no experience required.
🎒 What to bring
Sportswear and indoor sports shoes. Protective equipment is provided.
Are you signing up together as a pair? If so, you’ll also benefit from a pair discount. Wondering whether the course is right for you? Why not pop in for one of our free taster lessons, with no obligation? You can find more information about the course on our Women-Only Krav Maga Course Page. We hope to welcome you after the summer!
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Exams & preparation
After the summer, the Krav Maga pre-tests and exams are scheduled to take place again. Are you ready for the next step in Krav Maga? If so, this is a great opportunity to show what you’ve learnt over the past season. Below you’ll find all the information about the pre-test and the official IKMF exams.
PRE-TEST
The pre-test is designed for children and young people who want to prepare for their next Krav Maga exam. During this session, you’ll demonstrate your current level and receive personalised feedback from the instructors. You don’t need to have mastered all the techniques perfectly yet; the pre-test is actually designed to help you discover what you’re already good at and what you can still work on.
The practice test is very similar to the actual exam. This gives you a better idea of what to expect and allows you to work towards your exam day with greater confidence.
The next pre-test will take place on Sunday 11 April 2027.
The training session lasts approximately 2 hours and takes place between 13:00 and 19:00. You will be notified of the exact start time by email after the closing date.
Location: 11A Professor Romeinstraat, Tilburg
Clothing: Full IKMF kit is compulsory. From K2/J2 onwards, shin guards are also compulsory.
The cost of the pre-test is €20 per level.
Afterwards, you’ll receive personalised feedback from the instructors, so you’ll know where you stand and what you can still work on in the run-up to the official exam.
You can register via the contact form. The deadline for registration is Sunday 28 March 2027.
Would you like to find out first whether you’re ready? If so, discuss this with your instructor.
You can find more information about the pre-test on the Pre-test page.
Official IKMF examinations
Are you ready to move up to the next level? If so, you can sit the official IKMF exam. During the exam, you’ll demonstrate the techniques and skills you’ve learnt. If you pass, you’ll officially be awarded your next level and the corresponding patch.
Depending on the level, the exam takes place at our centre in Tilburg or during a national exam day in Almere. To take part, you need a valid IKMF membership compulsory.
Are you unsure whether you’re ready for the exam? Discuss this with your instructor. Are you ready? If so, register (or ask your parents to register you) via the contact form. Further information about the exams, the exam requirements and IKMF membership can be found on our Exam information page.
Dates of official IKMF exams
You can find more information about the national exams at IKMF.nl.
Local exams
📅 Date
Sunday 6 June 2027
🕒 Time
From 13:00
📍 Location
11A Professor Romeinstraat, Tilburg
💶 Costs
€45 per exam
✍️ Sign up
You can register up to and including 6 April 2027 via the contact form.
National examinations
📅 Date
Saturday 12 June 2027
🕒 Time
To be announced at a later date.
📍 Location
Almere (the exact location will be shared via the IKMF).
💶 Costs
€45 per exam
✍️ Sign up
You can register up to and including 12 May 2027 via the contact form.
Local exams
📅 Date
Sunday 6 June 2027
🕒 Time
From 13:00
📍 Location
11A Professor Romeinstraat, Tilburg
💶 Costs
€45 per exam
✍️ Sign up
You can register up to and including 6 April 2027 via the contact form.
National examinations
📅 Date
Saturday 12 June 2027
🕒 Time
To be announced at a later date.
📍 Location
Almere (the exact location will be shared via the IKMF).
💶 Costs
€45 per exam
✍️ Sign up
You can register up to and including 12 May 2027 via the contact form.
COLUMN BY DIETITIAN MEREL COENDERS
Nutrition and recovery: how can you support your body after exercise?
What happens when we exercise, and why is recovery important?
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A balanced and varied diet can effectively support recovery after exercise or an injury. It is important to remember that recovery is not determined by diet alone, but also by other factors such as sufficient rest and sleep.
We wish everyone a wonderful, active and, above all, safe summer! Enjoy the holidays, keep active, and we hope to see you again over the coming months at training sessions, outdoor activities and other fun events at Taus Gym.
Best regards,
Team Taus Gym