A TAEKWONDO club in Widnes has been sponsored by a security business to help them provide more for young people across the region.

Churchill Security have announced a brand new sponsorship with Supreme Taekwondo, run by Lee Beddows.

Lee believes the sponsorship will help with the club’s continuity and progression, as well as supplying kit for those who may need help to afford it.

He said: "It is a brilliant opportunity to help the club grow.

"It could provide new equipment, advertisement and help the club expand.

"This is a great opportunity to host and travel to different events - which will benefit the students massively."

Churchill are supporting the academy to reach out to people who need support and influence in the area, where communities may be less fortunate.

The aim is to help young people have a positive place to attend to give them focus and teach respect and discipline.

Managing director of Churchill, Mat Cook, said, "Churchill hope to enable the club to attract more students and gain more members who attend a regular and disciplined programme that will benefit and enhance lives through well-being, physically and mentally.

"Physical Education is not taught in some primary schools and funding is limited, which presents challenges.

"Being aware of the enjoyment it brings the students and the passion the club has towards what they do, we decided to engage.

"Churchill want to prevent the kids and the community from losing out unnecessarily.”

Supreme Taekwondo Academy will host a tournament on July 14 at the Upton Community Centre, with clubs from all over the country attending.

Students will compete against each other in friendly event.

Tickets for spectators are available on the day for a £3 entrance fee.

For more information about the club visit the Supreme Taekwondo Academy website.