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Based in Carlton, White Tiger Kickboxing Academy is a martial arts club serving Nottingham with classes for kids, teens and adults. Sessions are open to all levels, and no previous experience is needed to get started. Children's classes cater for ages 3 to 12, while teen and adult classes run from age 12 upwards.

Kickboxing is a good way to build fitness, strength and confidence while learning discipline and self defence in a structured setting. Many clubs welcome complete beginners and offer a taster session, so newcomers can try things out before committing.

Kids classes

Teens and adults

Beginner friendly

Free class

Family focused

Sparring

White Tiger Kickboxing Academy in Carlton, Nottingham, offers kickboxing classes for kids, teens and adults of all levels.

White Tiger Kickboxing Academy Ltd.

Based in Mount Lawley in the City of Stirling, WSDP (Women's Self-Defence Perth) focuses on self-defence training designed specifically for women. Alongside regular classes, the group runs seminars and workshops covering practical techniques, situational awareness and personal safety.

Women's self-defence sessions tend to combine hands-on skills with confidence building, giving newcomers a supportive setting to learn at their own pace. WSDP also offers a trial session, so it is worth registering your interest to see whether the training suits you.

Women's self-defence

Classes and seminars

Trial available

Based in Mount Lawley

WSDP offers women's self-defence classes and seminars in Mount Lawley, Perth, with a trial session available.

WSDP: Women's Self-Defence Perth

A martial arts club based in Kidderminster, Worcestershire, Young Gloves offers a place to train and build confidence through combat sports.

Martial arts clubs like this are a good fit for anyone wanting to learn technique, improve fitness and develop discipline in a structured setting. Sessions are typically coached, so newcomers can pick things up gradually while more experienced members keep progressing. If you are considering starting out, it is worth getting in touch to find out what is on offer.

Young Gloves is a martial arts club in Kidderminster, Worcestershire, offering coached training for all levels.

Young Gloves

Martial Arts In Hastings | Kids, Teens & Adults

Set in High Heaton, this Goju-Ryu karate academy teaches traditional karate to students in Newcastle upon Tyne. Classes are split by age group, with Little Dragons for those aged 4 to 7, Juniors for 8 to 13, and a session for teens and adults aged 14 and up. The academy aims to balance discipline with an enjoyable atmosphere.

Goju-Ryu is a traditional Japanese style of karate, and a martial arts club like this is a good place to build fitness, coordination and confidence at your own pace. Newcomers can try a free session before committing, and there is a structured grading path through the coloured and black belts.

Classes from age 4

Free trial

Traditional Goju-Ryu

Belt gradings

Based in High Heaton

Traditional Goju-Ryu karate in High Heaton, Newcastle upon Tyne, with classes for kids, teens and adults aged 4 and up.

Newcastle Goju-Ryu Karate Academy

Based at London Ebor Business Park in York, York Syndicate MMA is a mixed martial arts gym covering several disciplines under one roof. Training here spans MMA, wrestling, grappling and kickboxing, and sessions are open to all levels, so newcomers and more experienced fighters can find a place. Membership comes with flexible payment options and no contracts, and a free trial lesson is offered to anyone wanting to try before committing.

A mixed martial arts gym like this is a good fit if you want to build fitness, learn practical striking and grappling, and train in a structured setting. One to one personal training with the head coach is also available.

Multiple disciplines

All levels welcome

Free trial lesson

No contracts

Personal training

York location

York Syndicate MMA is a mixed martial arts gym in York offering MMA, wrestling, grappling and kickboxing for all levels.

YORK SYNDICATE MMA

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Based in Edinburgh, Hipe is a martial arts training set-up covering wrestling, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, combat sports, fitness and self-defence. Training is offered to individuals, pairs, small groups and corporate teams, so sessions can be tailored to different needs and abilities, from complete beginners through to more experienced athletes.

Martial arts training like this is a good way to build fitness, discipline and confidence while learning practical skills. Newcomers can generally expect coached sessions that introduce the basics at a manageable pace, alongside a focus on personal progress and a supportive training environment.

Disciplines covered

Flexible formats

Free consultation

Fitness and confidence

Hipe is a martial arts gym in Edinburgh offering wrestling, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, fitness and self-defence training.

Hipe

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Based at Lilford Business Centre in Warrington, The Forge Fight Academy is a martial arts gym focused on Muay Thai and MMA. Alongside its group classes, the gym offers submission wrestling and the option of one to one sessions with a coach. Training is open to everyone, from complete beginners and hobbyists through to those with ambitions of competing.

A martial arts gym like this is a good place to build fitness, learn striking and grappling techniques and gain confidence in a coached setting. Sessions are typically suited to a mix of experience levels, so newcomers can start at their own pace.

Muay Thai and MMA

Submission wrestling

All ability levels

One to one sessions

Experienced coaches

Warrington location

The Forge Fight Academy in Warrington is a Muay Thai and MMA gym offering group classes, submission wrestling and one to one coaching.

The Forge Fight Academy Warrington

Set in Bangor, Gwynedd, The Pound Martial Arts is a martial arts school that brings together several combat disciplines under one roof. Members can train in mixed martial arts, Gi and No-Gi Brazilian jiu-jitsu, kickboxing and boxing, alongside dedicated classes for kids. The gym is fully equipped with a large training area, a boxing ring, an MMA cage, a punch bag area and weights and cardio kit.

Martial arts clubs like this suit all experience levels, from complete beginners to more seasoned trainers. Sessions typically build fitness, skill and confidence in a supportive setting, and a trial week is offered for those wanting to try things out first.

Full facilities

Trial week

Drop-in sessions

The Pound Martial Arts is a martial arts school in Bangor, Gwynedd offering MMA, BJJ, boxing, kickboxing and kids classes.

The Pound Martial Arts

For anyone looking to train Brazilian jiu jitsu in Solihull, ALBA Jiu Jitsu runs a martial arts academy in the West Midlands with classes for a wide range of ages and skill levels. The Solihull venue is a newer facility, and the club also has an academy in nearby Sutton Coldfield.

ALBA offers several programmes, including adults, kids, no gi, women's only and private lessons. A BJJ academy like this is a good fit whether you are completely new to the mat or already have experience, with sessions designed to build technique and fitness at your own pace. Taster sessions are available for those wanting to try before committing.

Range of programmes

Classes for ages 3+

Women's only classes

Taster sessions

Two locations

ALBA Jiu Jitsu Solihull is a Brazilian jiu jitsu academy in the West Midlands, with classes for adults, kids and beginners.

A L B A Jiu Jitsu Solihull

Based in Dunfermline, Fife, Evolution Korean Martial Arts is a martial arts school offering training for a wide range of ages and abilities. Programmes are organised by age group, from toddlers and young children through to teenagers and adults, with family classes also available. The school runs sessions in both Dunfermline and nearby South Queensferry.

A martial arts school like this is a good fit for anyone looking to build fitness, discipline and confidence, whether you are a complete beginner or bringing along the whole family. Structured, age appropriate classes make it easy to find a level that suits you.

All ages welcome

Family classes

Age based programmes

Evolution Korean Martial Arts in Dunfermline, Fife, offers age based classes for children, teens, adults and families.

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