Greendale Dance Academy

Martial Arts University

The Strength Collective

Set in Sutton Coldfield, A L B A Jiu Jitsu is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy offering both Gi and No-Gi grappling for all ages and experience levels. Alongside its adults and kids classes, the academy runs a women's only programme, no-gi sessions and private lessons, with coached training available in Sutton Coldfield and Solihull.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu focuses on grappling and ground technique, and a martial arts academy like this generally welcomes complete beginners as well as those training towards competition. Free taster sessions make it straightforward to try a class before committing.

Gi and No-Gi

Kids classes

Women's only sessions

Free taster session

All experience levels

Two locations

A L B A Jiu Jitsu is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy in Sutton Coldfield offering Gi and No-Gi classes for all ages.

A L B A Jiu Jitsu

Brents Boxing Peterborough

Macmillan Martial Arts Academy

Repz Gym

ACES gym

Based in Manchester, Allure Dance Collective runs open dance classes for adults aged 18 and over. The focus is on training, keeping active and having fun in a friendly, inclusive setting, with a community that has welcomed plenty of dancers since it began.

The collective offers a range of styles, including heels, commercial and variety classes that cover lyrical, jazz and more, with dedicated foundations sessions for beginners. Adult dance classes like these are a good way to build confidence, get some exercise and meet people, whether you are completely new to dancing or looking to develop your skills.

Adults 18 plus

Beginner friendly

Range of styles

Inclusive community

Coached classes

Running since 2023

Allure Dance Collective runs adult heels and dance classes in Manchester, with beginner-friendly sessions in an inclusive setting.

Allure Dance Collective

Apex Foundry Gym

Applied Martial Arts

Asylum Fitness

Mixed martial arts training in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, is the focus at Avaddon Martial Arts Academy, which also runs classes for younger members in Ely. The academy offers MMA alongside Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) and striking sessions, with memberships ranging from a single weekly session to unlimited access. Adults train in Wisbech, while under 16s can attend in either Wisbech or Ely.

An MMA academy is generally a good place to build strength, fitness and practical skill across several disciplines at once. Visitors can usually expect a mix of stand-up striking, takedowns and groundwork, with sessions that suit both newcomers and those with some experience.

MMA, BJJ and striking

Junior and youth classes

Two training locations

Flexible membership options

Experienced head coach

Avaddon Martial Arts Academy offers MMA, BJJ and striking classes in Wisbech, with junior and youth sessions in Wisbech and Ely, Cambridgeshire.

Avaddon Martial Arts Academy, Wisbech, Ely

Average Joe's Plymouth

babyballet Rochester

Based in Poulton-le-Fylde, Blackpool and Fylde Dance Academy (BAFDA) is a local dance school teaching across the Blackpool, Wyre and Fylde coast. It offers lessons in theatre dance for children from 18 months upwards, with classes grouped by age including pre-school, reception, Year 1 and acrobatic dance.

The academy focuses on building confidence and a sense of achievement alongside dance technique, and aims to create a supportive community among dancers and their families. A dance school like this is a good fit for young children starting out, with performance opportunities as they progress.

Classes from 18 months

Age grouped classes

Theatre dance

Acrobatic dance

Free trial class

Performance opportunities

Blackpool and Fylde Dance Academy (BAFDA) in Poulton-le-Fylde teaches theatre dance for children aged 18 months and up.

Blackpool And Fylde Dance Academy- B.A.F.D.A.

Based in Derby, BL Fitness is a fitness venue for people looking to train and work towards their goals with support along the way.

A fitness setup like this generally suits a range of people, from those just starting out to anyone wanting to keep up a regular routine. It can be a good place to build a habit around exercise in a local, familiar setting.

Free session

BL Fitness is a fitness venue in Derby, offering a place to train and work towards your fitness goals.

BL Fitness

Cannock Boxing Club

Carnage Fitness Studio

Cherry Judo Lincoln

Chikara Dojo

Class One Dance & Performing Arts Academy

Based in Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Combat Training Centre (CTC) is a martial arts gym teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, submission grappling, MMA and kickboxing. Coaching is led by BJJ black belts, including the Head of the UK Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Association, alongside professional MMA competitors and national team coaches. Classes run seven days a week for every level, and there are dedicated sessions for children.

A martial arts gym like this generally suits a wide range of people, from complete beginners looking to get fitter and learn self-defence to experienced competitors sharpening their skills. Grappling and striking classes typically build strength, conditioning and confidence in a structured, supportive setting.

Four combat disciplines

Black belt instructors

Classes every day

All skill levels

Experienced coaching team

Martial arts gym in Treorchy, Rhondda offering BJJ, submission grappling, MMA and kickboxing, with classes seven days a week and kids' sessions.

Combat Training Centre CTC

Set in Moortown, North Leeds, Danceworks is a dance school that welcomes children of all ages into a fun environment where they can build their technique. Established by Laura Jakes in 1995, it has been sharing a passion for dance for over 30 years and offers classes in ballet, theatre, tap and contemporary for both boys and girls.

Alongside in-house sessions, the school delivers dance to the wider community, supporting local primary schools and charities including Leeds Rhinos Foundation and Sunshine and Smiles. A dance school like this is a good place for young people to learn technique, grow in confidence and take part in shows and performances.

For all ages

Established in 1995

Qualified teachers

Runs six days a week

Community work

Danceworks is a children's dance school in Moortown, Leeds, offering ballet, tap, theatre and contemporary classes.

Danceworks

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