Focused on no-gi jiu jitsu, 10th Planet Milton Keynes is a submission grappling gym serving the Milton Keynes area. Part of the wider 10th Planet family and built on the work of the Banbury academy, it welcomes complete beginners through to experienced competitors, with classes for both adults and younger students.

A no-gi grappling gym like this is a good place to learn submission wrestling and ground fighting in a coached setting, whether your aim is fitness, self defence or competition. Sessions typically bring together a mix of ages and experience levels in a friendly training community.

No-gi jiu jitsu

All levels welcome

Adult and youth classes

Free trial class

Part of 10th Planet

10th Planet Milton Keynes is a no-gi jiu jitsu gym welcoming all levels, with adult and youth classes and a free trial.

10th Planet Milton Keynes

Based in Heath, Cardiff, Celtic Warriors: School of Combat is a martial arts club focused on K1 kick-boxing (in the Dutch style) and amateur boxing. Sessions are open to people looking to build skills and fitness through structured striking training.

A martial arts club like this is a good place to learn technique, improve conditioning and gain confidence, whether you are new to combat sports or want to develop your existing skills. A free trial gives newcomers a chance to try a class before committing.

Kick-boxing training

Amateur boxing

Free trial session

Based in Heath

Celtic Warriors: School of Combat is a K1 kick-boxing and amateur boxing club in Heath, Cardiff, with a free trial available.

Celtic Warriors: School of Combat

Based in Cardiff, Craig Ewers Academy is a full time martial arts gym covering Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, freestyle wrestling and MMA. Running since 2012, it grew from a focus on BJJ into a wider academy with coaching across several grappling and striking disciplines. There is also a children's programme for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo.

A martial arts academy like this suits people who want to learn practical techniques, build fitness and take part in a structured, coached environment. Whether you are completely new to the mats or an experienced competitor, sessions tend to cater for a range of experience levels.

Multiple disciplines

Kids classes

Experienced coaching

Running since 2012

Full time academy

Craig Ewers Academy is a Cardiff martial arts gym offering BJJ, Judo, freestyle wrestling and MMA for adults and children.

Craig Ewers Academy (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, MMA)

Based in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, Impact Fitness Boxing Club is a martial arts and boxing gym for people who want to learn the sport and build fitness at the same time. It offers a place to train whether you are new to boxing or looking to sharpen skills you already have.

Boxing clubs like this one are generally good for improving cardiovascular fitness, coordination and confidence, with training that can be scaled to suit different ability levels. If you are considering giving it a go, it is worth getting in touch to find out about sessions and what to bring along.

Impact Fitness Boxing Club is a boxing and martial arts gym in Rochdale, Greater Manchester.

Impact Fitness Boxing Club

Based in Middlesbrough, JRD Fitness is a gym focused on personal training and small group sessions for everyday people looking to build strength and fitness. The emphasis is on coaching, community and sustainable results, with support that covers both training and nutrition.

The small group personal training approach combines the individual attention of one to one coaching with the friendly atmosphere of a wider fitness community. Nutrition support is also part of the offering, including weekly check ins, diet plans and guidance on healthy eating. A gym like this suits those who want structured, coached workouts rather than training alone.

Small group training

Expert coaching

Nutrition support

30 day trial

Supportive community

JRD Fitness is a Middlesbrough gym offering personal training, small group sessions and nutrition support.

JRD Fitness

Newport MMA

Based in Oxford, Oxfordshire, the Oxford School of Martial Arts is a place to learn and train in a structured, coached setting. Whether you are stepping onto the mats for the first time or building on existing experience, a martial arts school offers a way to develop skill, fitness and confidence over time.

Martial arts training generally suits a wide range of ages and abilities, with an emphasis on technique, discipline and steady progress. Sessions are typically taught by instructors who guide students through drills and practice at a pace suited to their level.

Oxford School of Martial Arts is a martial arts school in Oxford, Oxfordshire offering coached training for a range of abilities.

Oxford School of Martial Arts

Based in Wolverhampton, Salamanda Swimming Academy teaches swimming across two venues in the area, at Colton Hills Community School and at Crestwood. The academy focuses on helping each swimmer build their skills at a pace that suits them, guided by their teacher, with beginner places available alongside structured classes and crash courses.

A swimming academy is a good option for anyone learning to swim or looking to progress, from newcomers finding their confidence in the water to those developing towards competent, safe swimming. Salamanda also offers a pathway towards Wolverhampton Swimming Club for those who want to take things further.

Beginner friendly

Two venues

Progress at your pace

Crash courses

Badges and awards

Club pathway

Salamanda Swimming Academy teaches swimming in Wolverhampton, with lessons at Colton Hills School and Crestwood.

Salamanda Swimming Academy

Based in High Barnet, North London, The Resistance is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy that also runs a classical reformer Pilates studio. It caters to both children and adults, with BJJ classes suited to self defence, fitness and getting to grips with grappling. Alongside the mat work, the studio offers reformer and tower Pilates, along with personal training, group classes and duet sessions.

BJJ is a grappling based martial art focused on ground fighting, using leverage and technique so a smaller person can control a larger opponent. Sessions generally build fitness and self defence skills, and can lead towards sport grappling or MMA for those who want it.

BJJ for all ages

Reformer Pilates

Personal training

Self defence focus

Childrens martial arts

Intro BJJ class

The Resistance in Barnet, North London, is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy and reformer Pilates studio for adults and children.

The Resistance BJJ (Barnet)

Unit 8 Training

Set in Reading, Berkshire, Warehouse Fitness is a small, community-based gym where people of all abilities train together. The focus is on making everyone feel welcome and supported, whether you are taking your first steps into fitness or pushing your training further. The gym runs Hyrox, strength and functional classes, and it is Reading's official Hyrox partner.

Alongside coached classes, Warehouse Fitness also offers personal training, equipment hire and studio rental for personal trainers working with their own clients. A gym like this suits people who enjoy coached group sessions and a sense of community rather than training alone.

Hyrox training

All abilities welcome

Coached classes

Studio and equipment hire

Warehouse Fitness is a community gym in Reading offering Hyrox, strength and functional classes plus PT and studio hire.

Warehouse Fitness

Focused on fat loss and strength, Andres Fitness offers personal training in Southampton (and also in nearby Lymington). Coaching has been running since 2014, with more than 6,000 hours of one-to-one work and over 500 clients supported along the way. Sessions are aimed mainly at people aged 25 to 60 who feel stuck or inconsistent and want their effort to show real results.

Working with a personal trainer generally means tailored, one-to-one guidance on training and progress, whether your goal is losing weight, building strength or simply getting back into a routine. Online coaching is available too for those who prefer to train remotely.

One to one coaching

Online coaching

Two locations

Free consultation

Experienced trainer

Who it suits

Fat loss and strength personal training in Southampton and Lymington, with one-to-one sessions and online coaching options.

Andres Fitness - Personal Trainer

Fitter body ladies Wellingborough Ltd

Level Up Fitness is a fitness venue based in Belfast. It offers a place for people in the local area to train and work towards their fitness goals.

Fitness gyms like this one generally suit a range of people, from those just starting out to regulars looking to keep up a routine. Whether your focus is building strength, improving general fitness or simply staying active, a local gym gives you a space to train at your own pace.

Level Up Fitness is a fitness gym in Belfast, offering a space for local people to train and work towards their goals.

Level Up Fitness

Based in Basford, Nottingham, this personal training service offers one to one coaching for people looking to build strength, improve fitness or work towards specific goals. Sessions are tailored to the individual, making it a good option whether you are new to training or want structured support to progress.

Working with a personal trainer generally means a plan built around your ability and aims, along with guidance on technique and steady accountability along the way. It suits anyone who prefers focused, individual attention rather than following a routine on their own.

Personal training and gym coaching in Basford, Nottingham, with one to one sessions tailored to your goals.

Malachi.T PT/Gym Coach Nottingham Basford

Based in Glasgow, Mike Krause Martial Arts Academy teaches a range of striking and weapon-based disciplines. Its own Kmax system draws together Jeet Kune Do Concepts, Wing Chun and Kick Boxing (both using the Jun Fan Method), French Savate, Filipino Kali and Pentjak Silat.

Alongside Kmax, the academy runs classes in Filipino Kali, a weapon and empty hand training system, and Muay Thai kickboxing. There are also sessions aimed at children. Martial arts training like this can suit anyone looking to build fitness, coordination and self-defence skills, with coached classes and personal coaching available.

Disciplines taught

Personal coaching

Kmax system

Glasgow location

Mike Krause Martial Arts Academy in Glasgow teaching Kmax, Filipino Kali, Muay Thai kickboxing and kids classes.

Mike Krause Martial Arts Academy

Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, On Target Training is a gym set up for people who want to work on their fitness in a straightforward setting.

Gyms like this are a practical option whether you are training towards a specific goal or simply keeping active on a regular basis. It is worth getting in touch or visiting to find out what suits you and how their sessions and facilities are arranged.

On Target Training is a gym in Leeds, West Yorkshire, offering a practical space to work on your fitness.

On Target Training

Teaching martial arts to adults and children across Bristol, Red Dragons Martial Arts School runs classes in four locations covering Bishopston, Henleaze, Horfield and Pill. Kickboxing sits at the heart of the timetable, with sessions built around fitness, discipline and having fun. There are dedicated classes for adults, children and ladies, along with Pilates courses.

A martial arts school like this is a good place to build fitness and confidence in a structured, coached setting. Whether you are completely new or returning to training, classes are usually run in groups and suit a range of ages and abilities.

Adults and kids

Four Bristol venues

Kickboxing focus

Free trial

Pilates courses

Red Dragons Martial Arts School runs kickboxing and martial arts classes for adults and children across four Bristol venues.

Red Dragons Martial Arts School Bristol

Based in Bedworth, Warwickshire, Sil Lum Kune is a martial arts club and the UK branch of Siu Lum Kune and Siu Lum Hark Fu Mun. It offers a place to learn traditional Chinese martial arts in the local area.

Martial arts training generally builds fitness, coordination and confidence, and clubs like this often welcome newcomers alongside more experienced students. Getting in touch beforehand is a good way to find out about class times and what to expect on your first visit.

UK branch

Based in Bedworth

Sil Lum Kune is a martial arts club in Bedworth, Warwickshire, and the UK branch of Siu Lum Kune and Siu Lum Hark Fu Mun.

Sil Lum Kune

Based in Twickenham, Greater London, Emar Dojo is a martial arts academy teaching Kyokushin karate to both children and adults. Alongside regular group classes, the academy offers personal training, seminars, summer camps and a coach development programme, with separate sessions tailored for kids and grown ups.

A karate dojo like this is a good place to build fitness, discipline and confidence while learning a structured martial art. Sessions are typically coached and grouped by age and experience, so newcomers can usually try a class before committing to regular training.

Kids and adults

Kyokushin karate

Coach development

Extra activities

Emar Dojo is a Kyokushin karate academy in Twickenham offering group classes and coaching for kids and adults.

Emar Dojo Twickenham

Focused entirely on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Evolve BJJ is a martial arts academy in Stockton-on-Tees. The club describes itself as a supportive community with a positive, welcoming and relaxed atmosphere, where coaches tailor sessions to suit a wide range of levels. Classes cater for both experienced athletes and complete beginners, with a weekly timetable covering both kids and adults.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a grappling art that offers a good way to build mental and physical strength while learning practical technique. It also tends to be a sociable pursuit, making it a straightforward way to meet like-minded people as you train.

20 classes weekly

Experienced coaches

Evolve BJJ is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy in Stockton-on-Tees, with classes for kids and adults of all levels.

Evolve BJJ

Based at Moorways in Derby, Matthew Salt offers personal training for people who want to change how they look, feel and move. The focus is on body recomposition (losing fat and building muscle), alongside strength, endurance and everyday functionality.

Sessions also cover sports performance and injury rehabilitation for issues such as sciatica, back pain, shoulder impingement and arthritis. Working with a personal trainer generally suits anyone who wants structured guidance, whether that means training around an injury, preparing for an event or simply getting fitter with support along the way.

Body recomposition

Injury rehabilitation

Sports performance

Based at Moorways

Nutritional support

Strength and endurance

Matthew Salt is a personal trainer in Derby, based at Moorways, covering fat loss, muscle building, sports performance and injury rehab.

Matthew Salt Personal Trainer

Primal Combat Fitness

Based in Broadheath, Altrincham, SRMT is a martial arts gym focused on Muay Thai. Training is welcoming to newcomers, with coached sessions built around a supportive community atmosphere and instructors who guide members through the fundamentals.

Muay Thai combines striking, footwork and conditioning, so a typical class blends technique work with a solid fitness workout. It suits people looking to build confidence and stay active, whether they are completely new to the sport or want to develop their skills further.

Muay Thai focus

Coached sessions

Broadheath location

Growing community

SRMT is a beginner-friendly Muay Thai gym in Broadheath, Altrincham, with expert coaching and free trial classes.

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