Dragonzlair Gym Sittingbourne

Set in Burnley, Lancashire, Muscle Factory is a martial arts club for people in the local area looking to train and develop their skills. It offers a place to learn technique and build fitness in a structured setting.

Martial arts training is generally a good way to improve strength, coordination and confidence, whether you are starting out or building on existing experience. Many clubs of this kind welcome a range of ages and abilities, so it is worth getting in touch to find out what suits you.

Muscle Factory is a martial arts club in Burnley, Lancashire, offering training for a range of abilities.

Muscle Factory

Fusion Martial Arts & Fitness

US Academy of Taekwondo

Gracie Barra Birmingham

Grimsby Karate Dojo

Tigerstyle Sports Karate & Kickboxing Centre

Based in Milton Keynes, Total Dojo is a martial arts club offering a range of disciplines under one roof. Classes cover kickboxing, self defence and Krav Maga, along with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and combat fitness, plus dedicated programmes for children. A qualified team of instructors works with members individually, whether the goal is fitness, self defence or simply trying something new.

Martial arts clubs like this suit a wide range of people and ability levels, from complete beginners to those wanting to build on existing experience. A free trial is available, which is a good way to get a feel for the training before committing.

Free trial session

Range of disciplines

Kids classes

Qualified instructors

Beginner friendly

Total Dojo is a martial arts club in Milton Keynes offering kickboxing, self defence, BJJ and kids classes, with a free trial.

Total Dojo

A community-rooted martial arts club in Wigan, Greater Manchester, Black Scorpion Karate CIC is a family-run Community Interest Company that teaches traditional Shotokan Karate alongside a wider range of community programmes. Sessions run across several locations, including Wigan, Rainhill and St Helens, with a focus on building confidence in people of all ages and abilities.

As well as karate classes, the CIC runs inclusive SEND programmes, Short Breaks, holiday activity camps and a home education group. A karate club like this generally suits both newcomers and those wanting to progress through the grades, with coached sessions in a supportive setting.

Shotokan karate

Family run CIC

Inclusive SEND programmes

Community programmes

Multiple locations

Black Scorpion Karate CIC in Wigan offers Shotokan karate plus SEND, Short Breaks and holiday programmes for all ages.

Black Scorpion CIC Community Hub

Elite Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

GKKC Club

Based in Blackpool, Savage MMA is a martial arts gym serving the local area. It offers training for those looking to take up mixed martial arts and related disciplines in the town.

MMA gyms typically bring together several combat sports under one roof, with coached sessions where you can build fitness, technique and confidence at your own pace. Whether you are completely new or have trained before, a class based setting like this gives you a structured way to learn and a group to train alongside.

Savage MMA is a martial arts gym in Blackpool offering mixed martial arts training for the local area.

Savage MMA Blackpool

Scorpion Kickboxing Gym

UK Kung Fu and Tai Chi Allington

West Coast Taekwondo

British Judo Association

Based in Liverpool, Merseyside, Aspire Combat Sports Academy is a martial arts gym covering mixed martial arts (MMA), Brazilian jiu jitsu and kickboxing. Alongside adult training, the academy runs sessions for younger members, including kids and junior MMA classes, plus an introductory course for those completely new to the sport.

A combat sports academy like this is a good place to build fitness, technique and confidence across striking and grappling. Coached classes suit all levels, and beginner introductory sessions make it easier to find your feet before committing.

Disciplines taught

Kids and junior classes

Beginner intro course

Coaching qualifications

Aspire Combat Sports Academy in Liverpool offers MMA, Brazilian jiu jitsu and kickboxing for adults, juniors and kids.

Aspire Combat Sports Academy

Rathcoole boxing club

United Tiger Martial Arts

Based in Aintree, Unity MA Liverpool is a martial arts school serving families and adults across Merseyside. Classes are grouped by age, with Little Dragons for ages 5 to 7, Junior sessions for ages 8 to 12, Teen classes for 13 to 17, and a New Starters programme for adults.

Martial arts training is a popular way to build confidence, discipline and fitness, and age-specific groups mean children, teenagers and adults can each learn at a pace that suits them. Newcomers are welcome, so it can be a good starting point for anyone taking up a discipline for the first time.

Classes by age

Adult beginners

Free trial

Unity MA Liverpool is a martial arts school in Aintree with kids, teen and adult classes across Merseyside.

UNITY MARTIAL ARTS

Odyssey Combat Hub

IPC - Inspire Performance Centre

Based in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, Protec Boxing Rings Ltd is a UK manufacturer and supplier of boxing rings, MMA cages and associated equipment. The range covers platform, floor, competition and training rings in sizes from 12ft up to 24ft, along with MMA cages, punchbags, brackets, pads and shields.

Alongside the rings and cages, the company supplies dressings and protective items such as canvas covers, corner pads, rope covers, ring skirts, underlay and padded wall boards. Ex-hire rings are also available. Free delivery is offered on all equipment and ring accessories.

UK manufacturer

Rings and cages

Wide size range

Equipment supply

Free delivery

Ex-hire rings

Protec Boxing Rings Ltd in Rochdale manufactures and supplies boxing rings, MMA cages, punchbags and accessories across the UK.

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