On May 14, 2025, Taekwondo Canada suspended the membership of Carlos Baptista, a taekwondo coach with Extreme Martial Arts in London, Ontario. The suspension was deemed necessary after Baptista was charged with sexual assault, sexual exploitation, sexual interference and invitation to sexual touching in relation to a minor female by the London Police Services.

 

While suspended, Baptista is prohibited from attending or otherwise engaging in any Taekwondo Canada affiliated competition or event, including those run or organized by any of its member associations.

 

Carlos Baptista’s suspension will remain in place pending the outcome of the criminal proceedings, at which time it may be revisited.