Wendy Charles School of Dance

Based in Ipswich, Suffolk, Williams Martial Arts offers martial arts and fitness classes for students of all ages and abilities. The club teaches karate to students aged three and up, along with junior boxing, and aims to be an inclusive space that welcomes everyone, including disabled students and those with additional learning needs.

A martial arts club like this is a good place to build fitness, coordination and confidence while learning practical skills in a supportive setting. Instructors here are DBS checked, first aid trained and able to support mental health within sport.

All ages welcome

Karate and boxing

Inclusive club

Qualified instructors

Junior boxing

Williams Martial Arts in Ipswich, Suffolk offers inclusive karate and junior boxing classes for all ages and abilities.

Williams Martial Arts Ipswich

York Karate Dojo - Lessons for Kids & Adults

Zest Dance Academy

Set in Southend-on-Sea, Brazilarte Academy is a martial arts and Brazilian cultural centre offering a mix of disciplines under one roof. Alongside Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Capoeira, the academy runs dance, yoga and drumming, with classes for kids, adults and complete beginners.

A place like this suits anyone wanting to combine movement with Brazilian culture and community. Newcomers can generally expect coached, step-by-step sessions in a friendly setting, making it easy to find your feet whether you are drawn to the mat, the music or the dance.

Range of disciplines

Kids and adults

Beginner friendly

Free trial

Cultural centre

Brazilarte Academy is a martial arts and Brazilian cultural centre in Southend-on-Sea offering BJJ, Capoeira, dance and more.

Brazilarte Academy

Based in Mold, Flintshire, Buckley Gymnastics Club is a not for profit gymnastics club that has been running since 1974. Classes take place at the club's own gym in Gwernaffield and also at Buckley Leisure Centre, with weekly sessions covering everyone from tots to adults, including general classes and competitive squads.

Gymnastics clubs like this are a good way for children to build strength, balance, flexibility and confidence in a structured setting. Many also offer progression from recreational classes into competitive training for those who want to take the sport further, while adult sessions give grown-ups a chance to learn or return to the sport.

Running since 1974

Not for profit

Two venues

Tots to adults

Gym Tots sessions

Competitive squads

Not for profit gymnastics club near Mold, Flintshire, running since 1974 with classes from tots to adults at Gwernaffield and Buckley Leisure Centre.

Buckley Gymnastics Club

Cadmans Dance Centre

Colchester Amateur Boxing Club

Compound Strength & Conditioning

Based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, this martial arts club brings together a broad mix of grappling and striking disciplines under one roof. Training covers Sport Sambo, Combat Sambo, wrestling, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, No-Gi and Muay Thai, with group classes for adults, teens and children from age seven, plus one to one coaching for those who prefer individual attention.

Mixed martial arts clubs like this suit people looking to build fitness, confidence and technique across several styles. Beginners are generally welcome, and a free welcome trial gives newcomers a chance to try a session before committing.

Kids classes

Adult classes

One to one coaching

Free trial session

Business and schools

Doncaster Sambo & Wrestling is a martial arts club in Doncaster offering Sambo, wrestling, BJJ, No-Gi and Muay Thai for adults and kids.

Doncaster Sambo & Wrestling

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My Yoga Place

A swimming venue in Norwich, Norfolk, this pool offers a place to swim in the heart of the city. Whether you are looking to keep fit, build stamina or simply enjoy time in the water, it caters to swimmers of different abilities.

Swimming is a low impact activity suited to almost everyone, from complete beginners to those training regularly. It works the whole body, is easy on the joints, and can be as gentle or as demanding as you make it, which makes a local pool a useful part of any weekly routine.

Norwich Swimming Pool is a swimming venue in Norwich, Norfolk, welcoming swimmers of all abilities.

Norwich Swimming Pool

Based in Sheffield, Pride Gym is a martial arts club focused on Thai Boxing and K1 Kickboxing. Alongside its striking classes, the gym offers fitness training sessions and customised training programmes, with sessions open to adults, children and families. Classes are led by certified coaches in a safe and welcoming environment designed to support each member's progress.

A kickboxing and Thai boxing gym like this suits people looking to build fitness, learn striking technique and grow their confidence. With options for all ages and abilities, it can be a good starting point whether you are completely new or looking to develop existing skills.

Thai Boxing and K1

Certified coaches

Fitness training

Safe environment

Pride Gym is a Thai Boxing and K1 Kickboxing club in Sheffield, offering classes for adults, children and families.

Pride Gym K1 Kickboxing Sheffield

Shotokan karate is the focus at Shoshin Karate Centres, a martial arts club running classes in Falkirk, with further venues in Larbert and Throsk. Sessions are open to children, families and adults, and are pitched to suit a range of abilities. The club is accredited by Karate Scotland, the national governing body, and its instructors are qualified, licensed and PVG checked, with Japanese-trained teaching in the Shotokan style.

Karate training generally blends technique, fitness and mental focus, so it can suit anyone hoping to get more active, build self-confidence or learn practical self-defence. Beginners at a karate club can usually expect structured lessons, a progressive grading system and a supportive group atmosphere.

Karate Scotland accredited

Shotokan karate

Three locations

Trial classes available

Shotokan karate classes for children, families and adults in Falkirk, Larbert and Throsk, with Karate Scotland accredited, qualified instructors.

Shoshin Karate Centres

Based in Stafford, Staffordshire, Stafford Swimming Academy is a swimming club listed in our directory for anyone looking to get in the water locally. If you are searching for swimming in the Stafford area, this is one option worth considering.

Swimming clubs and academies generally offer structured lessons or training that help people build confidence, technique and fitness in the pool. Many cater for a range of ages and abilities, from complete beginners learning the basics to more experienced swimmers working on stroke development. It is a good idea to get in touch directly to find out what sessions are available and whether they suit your needs.

Stafford Swimming Academy is a swimming club in Stafford, Staffordshire. Find out more about swimming locally in the Stafford area.

Stafford Swimming Academy

Starlight Dance School

Based in Derby, Studio84 Arts Academy is a performing arts school for children, offering training in theatrical and freestyle dance. The academy focuses on building creativity and confidence in a professional yet caring setting, with classes delivered by fully qualified staff.

A dance and performing arts school like this is a good fit for young people who want to develop their skills across different styles, whether they are just starting out or working towards exams and competitions. Sessions are run by trained instructors in a structured environment.

For children

Qualified staff

Exams and competitions

Theatrical and freestyle

Studio84 Arts Academy is a dance and performing arts school for children in Derby, offering theatrical and freestyle training.

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