Based in Reading, Berkshire, Mathouse BJJ is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy that has been running since 2015. The academy offers a range of classes including adult BJJ, kids BJJ, No-Gi and kettlebells, along with a dedicated beginners course and private lessons for those who want focused instruction.

A BJJ gym like this is a good place to build fitness, technique and confidence on the mat, whether you are completely new to grappling or looking to develop an existing game. Sessions typically cover both gi and no-gi work, with structured classes suited to different experience levels.

Beginner friendly

Free trial class

Kids classes

Range of classes

Established 2015

Academy app

Mathouse BJJ is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Reading, Berkshire, offering adult, kids, No-Gi and beginners classes.

Mathouse BJJ

Based in Manchester, Predators MMA and BJJ Academy is a martial arts club teaching mixed martial arts, Brazilian jiu-jitsu and kickboxing. Founded by Gavin Boardman in 2006, it caters to beginners and more experienced students alike, with classes run by trained coaches in a friendly setting.

Martial arts training like this can be a good way to build fitness, strength, balance and confidence while picking up practical self-defence skills. Sessions are typically suitable for newcomers, and many clubs of this kind welcome people trying a class before committing.

Predators MMA and BJJ Academy in Manchester teaches MMA, Brazilian jiu-jitsu and kickboxing for beginners and experienced students.

Predators MMA and BJJ Academy Manchester

Based in Telford, Kyushinkai Martial Arts and Fitness Centre offers a range of martial arts alongside a fully equipped gym. Classes cover Karate, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA, with programmes for kids, teens and adults. The centre also focuses on wider values such as confidence, respect and self-discipline.

A martial arts centre like this is a good fit if you want to build fitness and learn self-defence in a structured, coached setting. With options for different ages and disciplines, newcomers can find a style that suits them and progress at their own pace.

Range of disciplines

Classes for all ages

On-site gym

Kids programme

Kyushinkai Martial Arts and Fitness Centre in Telford offers Karate, Kickboxing, BJJ and MMA classes plus a gym.

Kyushinkai Martial Arts and Fitness Centre

Colchester Wado Ryu Karate

Based in Edinburgh, Martial Fitness Coaching combines martial arts with strength and conditioning to build training plans around each person's goals. Whether you are new to training or already experienced, the coaching is tailored to help you make progress at your own pace.

Sessions are offered as one to one training, small group work and online coaching plans, giving different options depending on how you prefer to train. This kind of coaching suits people who want structured, personalised guidance rather than following a fixed group programme.

All experience levels

One to one coaching

Small group training

Online coaching

Martial arts and S&C

Martial Fitness Coaching in Edinburgh offers martial arts and strength coaching through 1to1, small group and online plans.

Martial Fitness Coaching

Rising Phoenix BJJ

Stratford Judokwai

Set in Edinburgh, Rick Young Black Belt Academy is a martial arts school offering a broad mix of disciplines under one roof. Members can train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, No Gi grappling, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Kali Escrima, Jeet Kune Do and Yoga, with classes available for both adults and children.

A martial arts academy like this suits people looking to build self-defence skills, fitness and confidence, whether you are starting out or already have experience. Alongside the physical benefits such as strength and cardiovascular improvement, training here is framed around discipline, personal growth and stress relief.

Adults and children

Two free classes

Established academy

Rick Young Black Belt Academy is a martial arts school in Edinburgh teaching BJJ, Muay Thai, Kickboxing and more.

Rick Young Black Belt Academy

Based in the Hampton area of Peterborough, Inspired Martial Arts is a martial arts club running classes for children, teens and adults. Programmes span age-based groups for younger children (Mini Heroes, Little Heroes and Inspired Heroes) alongside kickboxing for teens, adults and a dedicated ladies session.

Alongside regular training, the club offers extras such as birthday parties and a holiday club. Martial arts classes like these are a good way to build fitness, confidence and coordination, whether you are starting out as a complete beginner or looking for a structured activity for your child.

Kickboxing programmes

Age-based kids groups

Holiday club

Birthday parties

Inspired Martial Arts in Peterborough runs martial arts and kickboxing classes for kids, teens and adults.

Inspired Martial Arts Hampton

Based in Manchester city centre, Fighting Fit Manchester is a martial arts and fitness gym covering a wide range of disciplines. Training here spans Brazilian jiu-jitsu (including no-gi and competition classes), MMA, boxing, kickboxing, capoeira and kobudo, alongside Hyrox and strength and conditioning work. There are beginners' courses across several of these disciplines, as well as kids' and youth martial arts sessions.

A martial arts gym like this suits those wanting to learn a new discipline from scratch or build fitness through structured, coached sessions. The mix of striking, grappling and conditioning means there's usually something to match different goals and experience levels.

Fighting Fit Manchester is a city-centre martial arts gym offering BJJ, MMA, boxing, kickboxing, capoeira, Hyrox and beginners' courses.

Fighting Fit Manchester

Based in Harehills, Alliance Boxing Academy is a boxing gym in Leeds that welcomes people of all fitness levels and experience. As an affiliated England Boxing amateur club, it offers both amateur boxing and boxing fitness in a friendly, positive setting, and recently moved into a larger 3,500 square foot space.

A boxing gym like this suits anyone wanting to build fitness, manage their weight or learn the sport. Sessions are typically full body workouts that let you go at your own pace, whether you are stepping in for the first time or training more seriously.

All levels welcome

Amateur boxing club

Boxing fitness classes

Larger new gym

Work at your own pace

Harehills location

Alliance Boxing Academy is an England Boxing affiliated amateur club in Harehills, Leeds, open to all levels.

Alliance Boxing Academy

Based in Luton, Legends MMA & Fitness Centre is a martial arts gym for people looking to train, get fit and pick up new skills. It welcomes those living in and around the town who want a friendly place to learn.

Martial arts training is a good way to build fitness, confidence and discipline, and many gyms cater to a range of experience levels. Whether you are completely new or returning after a break, a class-based setting can help you progress at a steady pace while meeting others along the way.

Legends MMA & Fitness Centre is a martial arts gym in Luton offering training for a range of experience levels.

Legends MMA & Fitness Centre

Set in Glasgow, The Griphouse is a martial arts gym covering a broad mix of disciplines under one roof. Training spans Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (including NoGi and wrestling), Muay Thai and boxing, and mixed martial arts, with dedicated classes for children as well as adults.

A gym like this suits people who want to build fitness, learn practical skills and train alongside others working towards the same goal. Whether you fancy grappling, striking or a combination of the two, there is usually a class to match your interests and experience level.

Open seven days

Based in Glasgow

The Griphouse is a martial arts gym in Glasgow offering BJJ, wrestling, Muay Thai, boxing, MMA and kids' classes.

The Griphouse

Based in South Harrow, Greater London, Premier Kickboxing is a martial arts club offering kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ). It runs separate classes for kids, teens and adults, with programmes that include Little Dragons, Juniors, Teens and Adults, plus a competition team for those who want to test their skills.

Martial arts training like this is a good way to build fitness, confidence and self defence skills at your own pace. Beginners are welcome, and a free trial gives newcomers a chance to try a session before committing. The club is part of a wider group with studios across Harrow, Ruislip and beyond.

Kids and adults

Free trial

Disciplines taught

Age based programmes

Competition team

Premier Kickboxing in South Harrow offers kickboxing and BJJ classes for kids, teens and adults, with a free trial available.

Premier Kickboxing - South Harrow

Chard Tae Kwon-Do

Links Karate Clacton

Based at Tudor Grange Primary Academy Langley in Solihull, Aslan Martial Arts runs martial arts and kickboxing classes aimed at women and children. Sessions are described as friendly and beginner friendly, with instruction to guide newcomers through the basics.

Martial arts classes like these are a good way to build fitness, confidence and coordination, whether you are learning technique for the first time or getting more active in a structured, supportive setting.

Women and kids

Martial arts and kickboxing

Solihull venue

Instructor led

Aslan Martial Arts in Solihull offers beginner-friendly martial arts and kickboxing classes for women and children.

Martial Arts clubs

Mathouse BJJ

Predators MMA and BJJ Academy Manchester

Kyushinkai Martial Arts and Fitness Centre

Colchester Wado Ryu Karate

Martial Fitness Coaching

Rising Phoenix BJJ

Stratford Judokwai

Rick Young Black Belt Academy

Inspired Martial Arts Hampton

Fighting Fit Manchester

Alliance Boxing Academy

Legends MMA & Fitness Centre

The Griphouse

Premier Kickboxing - South Harrow

Chard Tae Kwon-Do

Links Karate Clacton

Aslan Martial Arts (Solihull)

Basildon Kickboxing Academy

Berwick Detachment, Northumbria Army Cadet Force

Billericay Traditional Jujitsu Wakarishin

Blue Wave Martial Arts (Kickboxing, Self-Defence and Taekwondo)

Bromley Judo Academy

Buloke MMA Cambridge

Calderdale Community Taekwondo