Based in Sheffield, Excel Martial Arts is a martial arts school for all ages, with programmes running from young children right through to adults. MiniStrike classes cater for ages 4 to 6, Juniors for ages 7 to 12, and Teens and Adults for ages 13 and over. There's also Ladies Kickboxing, school holiday day camps and self-defence workshops for families and women.

Martial arts training is a good way to build fitness, confidence and discipline, whether you're signing up a child for a structured activity or looking to take up something new yourself. Beginners are usually welcome, so it's worth getting in touch to find a class that suits you.

Excel Martial Arts in Sheffield offers classes for ages 4+, including MiniStrike, juniors, adults, ladies kickboxing and holiday camps.

Excel Martial Arts

Based just five minutes' walk from Sheffield city centre, this boxing club in South Yorkshire opened in 2010 following the merger of Woodseats Boxing Club and Sharrow Boxing Club. In the years since, it has built a strong reputation locally, producing County and National Champions along with several boxers who have gone on to represent the Team GB development squad.

The gym welcomes everyone from complete beginners to experienced competitors, and offers non-contact sessions as well as ring work. A boxing club like this is a good place to build fitness and confidence, and to learn technique in a supportive setting whether or not you ever compete.

All levels welcome

Non-contact sessions

Near city centre

Formed in 2010

Competition record

Sheffield City Boxing Club is a boxing gym near Sheffield city centre welcoming all levels, from beginners to competitors.

Sheffield City Boxing Club

Set in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, Riley's Boxing & Fitness Centre combines boxing with general fitness training under one roof. It offers a space for anyone in the local area looking to build strength, fitness and technique.

A boxing and fitness gym like this can suit a range of goals, from learning the basics of the sport to working on overall conditioning. Whether you are new to training or already active, it is worth getting in touch directly to find out which sessions might suit you.

Riley's Boxing & Fitness Centre is a boxing and fitness gym in Sheffield, South Yorkshire.

Riley's Boxing & Fitness Centre

Based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, the Sheffield Academy of Martial Arts (SAMA) has more than thirty years of experience teaching Kung Fu and Kickboxing. The academy is led by Sifu Graham Abdulla and his brother Adrian, and runs a range of classes each week across Sheffield and Buxton, with venues including Pitsmoor, Hillsborough and Buxton. Children's classes and MMA also feature, and a first lesson is offered free.

A martial arts academy like this is a good place to build fitness, coordination and confidence while learning practical skills. Sessions typically suit a range of ages and abilities, from complete beginners to those training regularly towards their goals.

Sheffield Academy of Martial Arts (SAMA) teaches Kung Fu and Kickboxing in Sheffield and Buxton, with children's classes and a free first lesson.

Sheffield Academy of Martial Arts

Tucked away in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, Aspire Boxing Club is a gym focused on boxing training for people across the local area. It offers a space to build fitness, technique and confidence, whether you are lacing up gloves for the first time or looking to sharpen skills you already have.

A boxing gym like this generally welcomes a mix of ages and abilities, with training that covers footwork, conditioning and pad or bag work. Many people take it up to get fitter, learn the fundamentals of the sport or simply try something new in a supportive setting.

Aspire Boxing Club is a boxing gym in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, welcoming newcomers and experienced boxers alike.

Aspire Boxing Club

Savage Martial Arts U-Mix Centre-Sheffield

Sheffield Horangi Taekwondo

Based in Sheffield, De Hood Boxing Centre is a gym focused on boxing training for the local community. It offers a space where people can learn the sport, build fitness and take part in coached sessions.

A boxing gym like this generally suits anyone wanting to improve their conditioning, pick up technique or train regularly, whether new to the sport or more experienced. Sessions are usually led by coaches, so beginners can expect guidance on the basics before progressing.

De Hood Boxing Centre is a boxing gym in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, offering coached training for the local community.

De Hood Boxing Centre

Set in Sheffield, Castle Martial Arts offers martial arts and fitness classes for a wide range of ages and abilities. Programmes cover children (ages 3 to 12), teenagers (13 and over), adults, and families, so the whole household can train. Sessions run across three locations in the city, on Abbeydale Road, Mansfield Road, and Ringinglow Road.

Martial arts training is often chosen for self defence, discipline, and general fitness. A club like this can suit complete beginners as well as those looking to build confidence and stay active in a structured, coached setting.

Classes for all ages

Three Sheffield locations

Family martial arts

Kids programme

Self defence focus

Castle Martial Arts in Sheffield runs martial arts and fitness classes for kids, teens, adults and families across three city locations.

Castle Martial Arts

Based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, this martial arts centre runs classes for adults and teenagers across two main disciplines: Combined Fighting Arts (CFA) and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). Sessions focus on self-defence, fitness and confidence, and the club welcomes complete beginners as well as those returning after a break. Private one-to-one lessons are also available for more personalised coaching.

Martial arts training is a good way to build fitness, coordination and practical self-defence skills, and grappling styles like BJJ reward steady progress over time. Structured, beginner-friendly classes make it easier to start with no prior experience.

Sheffield Martial Arts Centre offers CFA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for adults and teens in Sheffield, plus private lessons.

Sheffield Martial Arts Centre

Team Kaizen Judo Academy

Based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, Northern Martial Arts Academy is a martial arts club for those looking to learn, train and develop their skills. It offers a place for people across the local area to take up training in a structured setting.

Martial arts classes are a good way to build fitness, confidence and discipline, whether you are completely new to training or returning after a break. Many clubs welcome all experience levels and cater to a range of ages, so it is worth getting in touch to find out what suits you.

Northern Martial Arts Academy is a martial arts club in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, welcoming a range of ages and abilities.

Northern Martial Arts Academy

Set in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, this martial arts venue focuses on boxing for people across the local area. It offers a place to learn the fundamentals of the sport and build fitness in a structured setting.

A boxing gym like this generally suits a range of goals, from picking up the basics of technique and footwork to improving conditioning through regular training. Newcomers and those with some experience alike can typically find sessions that match their level.

Sheffield Boxing Centre is a boxing and martial arts gym in Sheffield, South Yorkshire.

Sheffield Boxing Centre

Based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, Sheffield MMA Academy is a martial arts gym for people looking to train in mixed martial arts in the local area. It offers a place to learn and practise combat disciplines, whether you're starting out or already have experience on the mats.

Martial arts training like this is a good way to build fitness, coordination and confidence while picking up practical skills. Sessions are usually coach-led and welcome a mix of ages and abilities, so it's worth getting in touch directly to find out what's on offer and how to begin.

Sheffield MMA Academy is a mixed martial arts gym in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, welcoming beginners and experienced trainers alike.

Sheffield MMA Academy

Based in Handsworth, Sheffield, this multi-disciplined martial arts centre focuses on children aged three and over. Classes are grouped by age, with Little Dragons for ages 3 to 6, Junior Dragons for ages 7 to 10 and Cadets for those aged 11 and up. Disciplines on offer include traditional karate, taekwondo, kickboxing, weapons training, katas and forms, along with musical martial arts and tricks.

Martial arts classes for children are a good way to build confidence, coordination and discipline in a structured, coached setting. Here students can also work through a grading system from white belt to black belt.

Classes for children

Multiple disciplines

Belt grading

Association member

Full time centre

Sheffield Dragons is a martial arts centre in Handsworth, Sheffield, teaching karate, taekwondo and kickboxing to children.

Martial Arts clubs in Sheffield

Excel Martial Arts

Sheffield City Boxing Club

Riley's Boxing & Fitness Centre

Sheffield Academy of Martial Arts

Aspire Boxing Club

Savage Martial Arts U-Mix Centre-Sheffield

Sheffield Horangi Taekwondo

De Hood Boxing Centre

Castle Martial Arts

Sheffield Martial Arts Centre

Team Kaizen Judo Academy

Northern Martial Arts Academy

Sheffield Boxing Centre

Sheffield MMA Academy

Sheffield Dragons Martial Arts Super Center

The Sheffield Judo Club

Champions Taekwondo

Scorpion Taekwondo Sheffield

Yong Gi Taekwondo Club

Elite Karate Centres Sheffield

Savage Martial Arts Hillsborough

Sheffield Tae Kwon Do

Pilsung Taekwondo Academy

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