Based in High Barnet, North London, The Resistance is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy that also runs a classical reformer Pilates studio. It caters to both children and adults, with BJJ classes suited to self defence, fitness and getting to grips with grappling. Alongside the mat work, the studio offers reformer and tower Pilates, along with personal training, group classes and duet sessions.

BJJ is a grappling based martial art focused on ground fighting, using leverage and technique so a smaller person can control a larger opponent. Sessions generally build fitness and self defence skills, and can lead towards sport grappling or MMA for those who want it.

BJJ for all ages

Reformer Pilates

Personal training

Self defence focus

Childrens martial arts

Intro BJJ class

The Resistance in Barnet, North London, is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy and reformer Pilates studio for adults and children.

The Resistance BJJ (Barnet)

Based at Priory Grove Scout Hut in Barnet, MMA Kabashi is a mixed martial arts club serving north London. Sessions cover MMA alongside self defence, with classes for women and children as well as adult training.

The club also offers private lessons, whether one to one or in small groups, plus ladies only options and knife defence work. A martial arts club like this suits people wanting to build fitness, confidence and practical technique, and beginners are generally welcome to learn the fundamentals at their own pace.

Classes for kids

Women's classes

Self defence

Private lessons

Free training

Barnet venue

MMA Kabashi is a mixed martial arts and self defence club in Barnet, north London, with classes for adults, women and kids.

MMA Kabashi

Set in Barnet, Greater London, Barnet Combat Academy is a martial arts gym teaching Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA. Established in 2012, the club welcomes newcomers and offers beginner friendly classes led by experienced coaches, with sessions for both adults and children. A second location is also planned in nearby Potters Bar.

Martial arts training like this is a good way to build fitness, confidence and practical skills, whether you are stepping onto the mats for the first time or looking to develop your technique. Coached sessions mean beginners can learn the basics in a structured, supportive setting.

Disciplines taught

Beginner friendly

Experienced coaching

Kids classes

Established 2012

Second location

Barnet Combat Academy is a martial arts gym in Barnet teaching Muay Thai, BJJ and MMA, with beginner friendly coached classes.

Barnet Combat Academy

Based in Barnet, Greater London, Ethos Barnet is a martial arts club serving the local area. It offers a place for people in the borough to train and take up martial arts.

Martial arts clubs like this one are a good way to build fitness, coordination and confidence, whether you are completely new or already have some experience. Most welcome beginners and offer structured sessions that let you progress at your own pace, so it is worth getting in touch to find a class that suits you.

Ethos Barnet is a martial arts club in Barnet, Greater London, offering training for the local community.

Ethos Barnet

Practising the Japanese art of ju jitsu, this club in Barnet, Greater London has been teaching self defence for over 40 years. The style covers striking, throws and ground fighting techniques, and sessions take place in a friendly, ego free environment where beginners are welcome.

A typical ju jitsu class here builds through a warm up and stretching, pad work for striking, break falls for learning to fall safely, and practice of techniques suited to your grade and experience. It suits people looking to learn practical self defence while getting fitter.

Beginners welcome

Free first lesson

Adult training nights

Range of techniques

Established club

Cockfosters venue

Barnet Ju Jitsu is a Japanese ju jitsu and self defence club in Barnet, Greater London, welcoming beginners.

Barnet Ju Jitsu

Barnet Judo club

Teaching Shotokan karate in Barnet, this club is part of a family orientated group affiliated to Shotokan Karate England. It sits near Southgate and Enfield, and welcomes students from the age of seven upwards.

Sessions cover beginners through to more advanced grades, so newcomers and experienced students both have a place to train. A karate club like this is a good way to build fitness, discipline and confidence while learning traditional technique in a structured, graded environment.

Shotokan karate

Family friendly

Regular sessions

Barnet location

East Barnet Karate Club is a family friendly Shotokan karate club in Barnet, Greater London, welcoming students from age seven.

East Barnet Karate Club

Based in Barnet, Greater London, High Barnet Mixed Martial Arts is a martial arts gym serving the local area and surrounding neighbourhoods.

Martial arts training is a good way to build fitness, coordination and confidence, whether you are stepping onto the mats for the first time or looking to develop existing skills. Most clubs welcome a mix of experience levels, so it is worth getting in touch to find out which sessions suit you.

High Barnet Mixed Martial Arts is a martial arts gym in Barnet, Greater London.

High Barnet Mixed Martial Arts

Practising in Barnet and Hampstead, White Crane Karate School teaches authentic Japanese Goju-Ryu karate to both adults and children in North London. Classes are offered for children from age five as well as adult groups, with private lessons also available for those who want focused one to one training.

A karate school like this generally suits people looking to build fitness, confidence, focus and self-defence skills, whether starting from scratch or returning after a break. Trial classes let you get a feel for the style before committing, and children's sessions are kept separate from the adult programme.

Kids and adults

Goju-Ryu karate

Two locations

Book a trial

Trained instructors

White Crane Karate School teaches Japanese Goju-Ryu karate to adults and children in Barnet and Hampstead, North London.

Martial Arts clubs in Barnet