EK Boxing Academy

Rivals Gym East Kilbride

Based in Glasgow, Iron Skull Gym is a martial arts and fitness centre focused on Krav Maga, Muay Thai (Thai boxing) and kettlebell training. Classes cater for kids, teens and adults, with age-specific programmes such as Little Defenders, Juniors and Teens Krav Maga alongside sessions for grown-ups. The approach is described as beginner friendly and properly coached, with small classes and a no ego atmosphere.

A martial arts gym like this is a good option if you want to build self-defence skills, fitness and confidence in a coached setting. Whether you are new to training or bringing a child along, there is generally something suited to different ages and stages.

Iron Skull Gym in Glasgow offers Krav Maga, Muay Thai and kettlebell training for kids, teens and adults.

Iron Skull Gym - Krav Maga, Thai Boxing & Kettlebells Training Centre

Focused on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MNBJJ is a martial arts gym in Glasgow teaching both Gi and No Gi. Classes cater to adults and children across all skill levels, so whether you want to compete or simply pick up self-defence skills, there is a place to start. A trial class is available for anyone wanting to try it before committing.

A BJJ academy like this is a good fit for building fitness, confidence and grappling technique. Newcomers can generally expect coached sessions, a structured progression and a training group that welcomes beginners alongside more experienced members.

Gi and No Gi

Adults and kids

All levels welcome

Trial class

Glasgow location

MNBJJ Glasgow is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym offering Gi and No Gi classes for adults and kids of all levels, with a trial class available.

MNBJJ Glasgow Brazilian Jiu-jitsu

Based in Glasgow, Mike Krause Martial Arts Academy teaches a range of striking and weapon-based disciplines. Its own Kmax system draws together Jeet Kune Do Concepts, Wing Chun and Kick Boxing (both using the Jun Fan Method), French Savate, Filipino Kali and Pentjak Silat.

Alongside Kmax, the academy runs classes in Filipino Kali, a weapon and empty hand training system, and Muay Thai kickboxing. There are also sessions aimed at children. Martial arts training like this can suit anyone looking to build fitness, coordination and self-defence skills, with coached classes and personal coaching available.

Disciplines taught

Kids classes

Personal coaching

Kmax system

Mike Krause Martial Arts Academy in Glasgow teaching Kmax, Filipino Kali, Muay Thai kickboxing and kids classes.

Mike Krause Martial Arts Academy

Based in Maryhill, NewLife Gym is a mixed martial arts club serving Glasgow and the wider Scotland area. Set up in 2013 with a focus on grassroots MMA, it aims to offer a warm, welcoming environment where anyone can train regardless of ability. Classes cover disciplines including MMA, boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, jiu-jitsu and wrestling, with options for adults, teens, children and women only.

Martial arts training is a good way to build fitness, coordination and confidence, whether you want to compete or simply get moving. A club that caters for all experience levels means newcomers can start at a comfortable pace and progress over time.

Range of disciplines

Classes for all ages

Women only classes

All experience levels

Established 2013

One to one training

NewLife Gym is an inclusive MMA club in Maryhill, Glasgow, offering classes for adults, teens, kids and women.

NewLife Gym Glasgow - MMA

Elite Martial Arts Academy

Raw Taekwondo Scotland

Asgard MMA And Fitness Studio is a martial arts and fitness club based in Glasgow, offering training for those looking to develop their skills and general fitness in the city.

Martial arts clubs like this one are a good place to build strength, discipline and confidence, whether you are new to training or already have experience. Sessions are typically coached, and many venues welcome a mix of ages and abilities, so it is worth getting in touch to find out what suits you best.

Asgard MMA And Fitness Studio is a martial arts and fitness club in Glasgow offering coached training for all abilities.

Asgard MMA And Fitness Studio

Tucked away in Glasgow, Meta-Tech Grappling Academy is a martial arts gym focused on grappling for people across Glasgow City. It offers a place to train technique and build fitness in a structured setting, whether you are stepping onto the mats for the first time or already have experience.

Grappling academies like this one generally cover disciplines such as ground fighting and submission work, with coached sessions that suit a range of ages and abilities. Visitors can usually expect a supportive training environment where beginners learn the fundamentals at a manageable pace.

Meta-Tech Grappling Academy is a grappling and martial arts gym in Glasgow, Glasgow City.

Meta-Tech Grappling Academy

Glasgow Thai Boxing Academy

Momentum Taekwondo

Based on the South Side of Glasgow, I-Kick Martial Arts is a family focused martial arts club teaching Taekwon-Do and kickboxing to a wide range of ages. Tuition is offered to children from around age four right through to adults, with dedicated kids classes, junior programmes and private lessons available.

Martial arts training is a good way to build fitness, confidence and discipline while learning a new skill. Newcomers can usually expect coached, structured sessions that suit their age and experience, and I-Kick offers a trial to help you get started.

All ages welcome

Private lessons

Book a trial

Birthday parties

I-Kick Martial Arts is a family focused Taekwon-Do and kickboxing club on the South Side of Glasgow, for ages 4 to adult.

I-Kick Martial Arts

Set in Glasgow, JKS Glasgow Dojo is a family-friendly karate club welcoming students of all ages and abilities. The club teaches Shotokan karate and is part of the Japan Karate Shotorenmei (JKS), giving it direct connections to Japan. Members can also take part in competitions.

A karate club like this is a good place to build fitness, confidence and coordination while learning a structured martial art. Sessions are typically coached, with newcomers, children and adults all able to find a place to train and progress at their own pace.

Shotokan karate

JKS affiliated

Competitions

Family friendly

JKS Glasgow Dojo is a family-friendly Shotokan karate club in Glasgow for all ages, with competitions and links to Japan.

JKS Glasgow Dojo

Based in Kinning Park, close to Glasgow city centre, Mark Connor MMA is a martial arts gym focused on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and mixed martial arts. The gym runs a Jiu-Jitsu Academy, an MMA Academy, a Kids Academy and dedicated beginners courses, so there are options for both new starters and those looking to progress.

Martial arts training like this is a good way to build fitness, technique and confidence, with coached sessions where you learn grappling and striking at your own pace. Beginners courses in particular offer a structured route into the sport for anyone trying it for the first time.

BJJ and MMA

Kids Academy

Beginners courses

City centre location

Coached sessions

Mark Connor MMA is a BJJ and MMA martial arts gym in Kinning Park, near Glasgow city centre, with adult and kids classes.

Mark Connor MMA

Focused on Muay Thai and Muay Boran, this Glasgow martial arts club welcomes complete beginners through to more experienced students. Newcomers can start with a structured 6-week beginner course that builds foundations through coached drills and pad work, before moving into mixed level main classes with coach-led progression and an optional fight pathway.

There are also kids classes for ages 3 to 13, split into Tiger Tots and Tigers groups, plus a women only session on Wednesdays. Muay Thai training generally combines striking technique, fitness and pad work, making it a good option for building confidence and discipline whatever your starting point.

Beginner course

Women only session

Free taster class

Fight pathway

Muay Thai and Muay Boran

Muay Thai and Muay Boran club in Glasgow, with a 6-week beginner course, mixed level classes, kids sessions and women only training.

Keep On Pushing Muay Prajaw Seua, Muay Thai & Muay Boran

Force Taekwon-do

Based in Glasgow, Braveheart Martial Arts & Gym teaches ITF Taekwon-Do and Kickboxing alongside a private fitness gym. Taekwon-Do classes are open from age 4 and up, while Kickboxing runs from age 5 and up, with sessions for adults of all ages too. The focus is on building confidence, discipline and useful skills in a family-friendly setting.

Martial arts clubs like this suit both those keen to compete and people who simply want to stay active and learn something new. Beginners are usually welcome, and a free trial can be a good way to see whether the training and atmosphere are the right fit before joining.

Taekwon-Do and Kickboxing

Classes for young children

Free trial

On-site fitness gym

Personal training

Braveheart Martial Arts & Gym in Glasgow teaches Taekwon-Do and Kickboxing for ages 4 up, plus a private fitness gym.

Braveheart Martial Arts & Gym

East Kilbride Taekwon-do & Fitness Academy

Based in Glasgow, this dojo focuses on Kyokushin karate, a full contact style with roots in traditional Japanese martial arts. It offers a place for people in the Glasgow City area to train in this discipline.

Kyokushin is known for its emphasis on conditioning, kata and sparring, and karate clubs generally welcome newcomers alongside more experienced students. Sessions typically build fitness, discipline and technique over time, with coached classes helping students progress at their own pace.

Kyokushin Karate Honbu Dojo in Glasgow, a martial arts club offering full contact Kyokushin karate training.

Kyokushin Karate Honbu Dojo,Glasgow

Traditional Korean martial arts come to life at Kuk Sool Won Glasgow, an adults-only club based in Glasgow City Centre. Kuk Sool Won is a comprehensive system that draws together striking, grappling, weapons work, acrobatics and conditioning, with a syllabus that takes you step by step from complete beginner to black belt. No previous experience or particular level of fitness is needed to start.

A martial arts club like this is a good place to build strength, flexibility and confidence while learning a structured discipline. Most students here began with no background in martial arts, and regular gradings give newcomers clear milestones as they progress.

Beginner friendly

Free first class

Complete martial art

Adults-only classes

Structured syllabus

Regular gradings

Kuk Sool Won Glasgow is an adults-only traditional Korean martial arts club in Glasgow City Centre, welcoming complete beginners.

Kuk Sool Won Glasgow

Titan Taekwondo

Jissenkai is a Japanese kickboxing dojo based in the heart of Glasgow. The club offers a range of classes, including general kickboxing for men and women, women's only kickboxing, women's self defence, and an over 45s ladies only session, alongside children's kickboxing.

A martial arts club like this is a good place to build fitness, coordination and confidence while learning striking technique. Sessions here run through the week, and members book their place in advance by email, text or phone before attending.

Kickboxing classes

Women's only classes

Children's kickboxing

Over 45s ladies

Central Glasgow

Booking required

Jissenkai Japanese Kickboxing, a martial arts dojo in central Glasgow offering classes for men, women and children.

Martial Arts clubs in Glasgow