Worksop Shotokan Karate School TISKA

Based at Mere Green in Sutton Coldfield, this is one of the venues run by Zen-Shin Martial Arts Academy, a family run martial arts club established in 1980. Classes here cover karate and kickboxing for both children and adults, with the aim of supporting physical, emotional and social development.

A martial arts academy like this is a good place to build fitness, discipline and confidence, whether you are completely new to training or looking to progress towards higher grades. Free trial lessons are available for those wanting to try a session before joining.

Karate and kickboxing

Family run since 1980

Kids classes

Ladies only kickboxing

Free trial lesson

Mere Green venue

Zen-Shin Martial Arts Academy in Sutton Coldfield offers karate and kickboxing classes for children and adults.

Zen-shin Martial Arts Academy Sutton Coldfield

Based in Warwick, Freestyle Martial Arts runs martial arts classes for children and adults across a range of ages and abilities. The club teaches Taekwondo, Karate, Kickboxing and Kungfu, with sessions aimed at beginners as well as those with some experience.

Martial arts training is a good way to build fitness, coordination and confidence in a structured setting, and clubs that welcome newcomers usually offer a gentle introduction to the basics before moving on to more technical work. Free taster classes are available for those who want to try before committing.

Multiple disciplines

All ages welcome

Beginner friendly

Free taster class

Free uniform

Freestyle Martial Arts in Warwick offers Taekwondo, Karate, Kickboxing and Kungfu classes for children and adults of all abilities.

Freestyle Martial Arts

Gary Staff

Based in Hull, Kingston upon Hull, this martial arts club focuses on freestyle kickboxing for both adults and younger students. Adult sessions bring together forms, self defence and fitness work into a full-body workout suited to all abilities, open to ages 15 and above. Alongside the adult classes, the club runs sessions for children through its Little Champs, Warriors and Juniors groups.

A freestyle kickboxing club like this is a good option if you want to build fitness, focus and confidence while learning practical technique. Newcomers are welcome, and a free trial is offered so you can try a session before committing.

Freestyle kickboxing

Adults welcome

Free trial

Hull Freestyle Martial Arts is a kickboxing club in Hull offering adult and junior classes plus a free trial session.

Hull Freestyle Martial Arts

Based in Hyde, Greater Manchester, this amateur boxing club offers training for people looking to take up the sport in a local setting. It sits within the town's community of martial arts and combat sports options.

Amateur boxing clubs are generally a good place to build fitness, learn technique and develop discipline, whether you are stepping into the ring for the first time or working towards competition. Sessions are typically coached, so newcomers can pick up the basics in a structured environment.

Hyde & District Amateur Boxing Club is an amateur boxing club in Hyde, Greater Manchester.

Hyde & District Amateur Boxing Club

IndomitableTKD Schools of Taekwondo (Brickhill)

Tucked away in Dunfermline, Fife, Inverted Diamond is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy that welcomes people of all ages and sizes. The focus here is on building confidence, improving fitness, and learning practical self-defence in a positive, respectful setting, with instructors on hand to help each student progress from wherever they are starting.

BJJ is a grappling based martial art that suits both beginners and more experienced practitioners, and many clubs offer sessions for adults and children alike. It is a good option if you want to pick up self-defence skills while getting fitter and joining a friendly community.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

All ages and abilities

Coached sessions

Self-defence focus

First class available

Inverted Diamond is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Dunfermline, Fife, welcoming adults and children of all levels.

Inverted diamond jiu-jitsu academy (Dunfermline)

Based in Manchester, Salford City Boxing Academy (Dorvy) is a boxing gym serving the local Salford and Greater Manchester area. The club offers classes for those looking to take up the sport or build on existing skills.

Boxing training generally combines fitness, technique and sparring practice, and gyms like this one tend to welcome a mix of ages and abilities. Whether you want to develop your conditioning or learn the fundamentals of the sport, a local boxing academy can be a good place to start.

Classes available

Salford City Boxing Academy (Dorvy), a boxing gym in Manchester, Greater Manchester, offering classes for all abilities.

Salford City Boxing Academy (Dorvy)

The Martial Arts Centre

Watford Freestyle

Based in Telford, JBS Martial Arts Academy is a martial arts club serving the Telford and Wrekin area. It describes itself as one of the town's growing clubs, welcoming people from across the local community.

Martial arts training is a good way to build fitness, coordination and confidence at your own pace. Sessions are typically coached, so newcomers can pick up the basics with guidance before working towards more advanced techniques.

Telford based

Growing local club

JBS Martial Arts Academy is a martial arts club in Telford, Telford and Wrekin, welcoming the local community.

JBS Martial Arts Academy

Pro Martial Arts Schools Kickboxing Grantham

Taekwondo in Sutton Coldfield, SCTKD is based at Falcon Lodge Community Hub and runs classes covering fitness, self defence and the discipline of this Korean martial art. Sessions cater to both beginners and more advanced students, with new members welcome throughout the year.

A taekwondo class like this generally combines patterns, kicking and striking technique, and structured belt progression. It suits people looking to build fitness and coordination while learning practical self defence in a group setting.

New students year round

SCTKD is a taekwondo club in Sutton Coldfield offering classes for beginners and advanced students, with a free trial lesson.

SCTKD at Falcon Lodge Community Hub

Based in Blackburn, The Vault Gym and Boxing Academy is a martial arts venue that brings boxing training together with general gym facilities. It offers a place for people across Blackburn with Darwen to work on their fitness and skills.

Boxing gyms like this one tend to suit a range of goals, whether you are learning the fundamentals, building fitness, or training with more intent. Newcomers can usually expect a mix of technical instruction and conditioning work as they find their feet.

The Vault Gym and Boxing Academy is a martial arts and boxing venue in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen.

The Vault Gym and Boxing Academy

Wirral Judo Club

For anyone in Halesowen looking to take up Muay Thai, K-Star Legacy is a Thai boxing gym in the West Midlands catering to a wide range of ages and abilities. The academy runs classes for absolute beginners as well as those wanting to train competitively, along with dedicated sessions for children.

A Muay Thai gym is a good place to build fitness, learn striking technique and develop confidence, whether you plan to step into the ring or simply want a challenging way to train. Beginner and junior classes make it accessible to newcomers of all ages.

Fighter training

Classes for all ages

Muay Thai focus

K-Star Legacy is a Muay Thai gym in Halesowen, West Midlands, with classes for beginners, juniors, teens and fighters.

K-Star Legacy

A martial arts and fitness school based in Northampton, Proaction Martial Arts runs classes for a wide range of ages and abilities. Alongside its Northampton base, the school delivers sessions across several towns in the wider region, with programmes covering martial arts, kickboxing and fitness.

With options for children, teens, adults and whole families, there is scope to train together or find a class suited to your stage. Martial arts training is generally a good way to build fitness, coordination and confidence in a structured, coached setting, whether you are starting out or returning after a break.

Teen and adult classes

Family sessions

Kickboxing

Fitness classes

Multiple locations

Proaction Martial Arts & Fitness in Northampton offers martial arts, kickboxing and fitness classes for kids, adults and families.

Proaction Martial Arts & Fitness

In West Bromwich, this martial arts academy offers structured classes in martial arts, boxing and kickboxing for children, adults and women across Sandwell. The focus is family friendly, with coaching aimed at building confidence, discipline and practical skill.

Martial arts training suits people of all ages and starting points, whether you want to learn something new, get fitter or grow in confidence. Beginners are welcome, and a free trial lets you watch or try a class before committing.

Free trial pass

Family-focused coaching

Several programmes

Family-focused martial arts, boxing and kickboxing classes for children, adults and women in West Bromwich, West Midlands.

Martial Arts Centres of Excellence West Bromwich

Shotokan Karate JKA Academy

Set in Liverpool, Masda Gym is a combat sports academy that has been running since 2010. It trains both amateur and professional fighters across Muay Thai, MMA and boxing, alongside expert-led strength and conditioning programmes. The facilities include multiple boxing rings, plenty of mat space and an onsite therapy clinic.

A martial arts gym like this suits a range of goals, whether you want to build fitness, learn to spar or work towards competition. Sessions are open to all skill levels, and the club describes a welcoming, family-like atmosphere for newcomers and experienced fighters alike.

All skill levels

Strength and conditioning

On-site facilities

Established 2010

Masda Gym in Liverpool is a combat sports academy offering Muay Thai, MMA, boxing and strength and conditioning for all levels.

Martial Arts clubs