Dudley Judo Club

East Meets West Black Belt Academy - Blyth

Based in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, Elemental Academy Ltd is a martial arts and self defence provider with a focus on practical skills alongside personal development. The academy combines self defence training with mindset mentoring and a trauma informed approach, aiming to build confidence for people of all ages and backgrounds.

A martial arts and self defence setting like this is generally a good place to develop physical skills, coordination and self assurance in a supportive environment. Sessions typically suit newcomers as well as those looking to progress, with an emphasis on personal growth as much as technique.

Self defence training

Trauma informed approach

Mindset mentoring

All ages welcome

Personal training

Elemental Academy Ltd, a self defence and martial arts academy in Chesterfield offering trauma informed training and mentoring.

Elemental Academy Ltd

Enkatsu Dojo

Fighting Dragons Karate Kickboxing Association

Based in Bangor, North Wales, Fighting Fit Grappling Cymru is a submission grappling club that draws on techniques from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling and judo. Founded in 2024, the club is affiliated with Fighting Fit Grappling (Stone & Stafford) and welcomes everyone from complete newcomers to experienced competitors.

Submission grappling is a good way to build strength, coordination and confidence while learning a practical martial art. You do not need to be fit to begin, as fitness tends to develop naturally through regular training, and classes are open to all experience levels.

Submission grappling

All levels welcome

One week free trial

Founded in 2024

Affiliated club

No fitness needed to start

Fighting Fit Grappling Cymru is a submission grappling club in Bangor, North Wales, teaching BJJ, wrestling and judo.

Fighting Fit Grappling Cymru (BJJ & Wrestling)

Fight Klub Limited

GIDEON Brazilian jiu jitsu

Halifax Karate & Self Defence

Highlander Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

HSKA Ltd

Hurricane Combat and Fitness

Impact MMA Gym

IndomitableTKD Schools of Taekwondo (Greenacres)

IndomitableTKD Schools of Taekwondo (Wixams)

JUDO EXCELLENCE

Kaidokan Judo Academy

Kawauso Karate

Kokoro Judo Coaching

Krusader Thai Boxing

Kuk Sool Won of Weston Super Mare

Based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, Lakeside Boxing Academy is a martial arts club focused on boxing training. It offers a place for local people to learn the fundamentals of the sport and build their fitness in a structured setting.

Boxing gyms like this one are generally good for improving overall conditioning, coordination and confidence, whether your aim is to compete or simply to train. Sessions typically combine technical work with pad drills and fitness, and newcomers are usually welcome to give it a try.

Lakeside Boxing Academy is a boxing and martial arts club in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear.

Lakeside Boxing Academy Sunderland

Practising Shotokan karate in Leicester, this long running club has been teaching students since 1966 and describes itself as the oldest established karate club in the UK. Both new and experienced students are welcome, with qualified male and female instructors leading the sessions.

Shotokan is a Japanese martial art known for fast, powerful techniques and a strong grounding in self defence, covering both attacking and defensive skills. A karate club like this generally suits people looking to build fitness, discipline and confidence while learning a structured system with a clear grading path.

Established 1966

Shotokan karate

Beginner friendly

Qualified instructors

Self defence focus

Leicester Karate Club is a long established Shotokan karate club in Leicester welcoming new and experienced students.

Leicester Karate Club

Based in Leigh, Greater Manchester, Leigh Boxing and Fitness Gym is a martial arts venue where members can work on boxing technique alongside general fitness training.

A boxing and fitness gym like this is a good fit for people wanting to build strength and conditioning while learning the fundamentals of the sport. Sessions tend to suit a range of abilities, so whether you are getting started or looking to sharpen up, there is usually room to train at your own pace.

Leigh Boxing and Fitness Gym is a boxing and martial arts gym in Leigh, Greater Manchester.

Leigh boxing and fitness gym

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