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Set on the Hilton Main Industrial Estate in Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton MMA is a martial arts gym that has been running since 2014. Known locally as 'Wolves MMA', it offers mixed martial arts training alongside boxing, wrestling, submission wrestling, Thai boxing, Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, with classes open to all levels of experience.

A mixed martial arts gym like this is a good place to build fitness, learn striking and grappling, and train in a coached environment whether you are completely new or already have some background. Beginners can usually be lent gloves and equipment to get started.

All levels welcome

Many disciplines

Coached sessions

Matted training space

Changing facilities

Established in 2014

Wolverhampton MMA is a mixed martial arts gym in Wolverhampton offering MMA, boxing, wrestling, Thai boxing, Judo and BJJ.

Wolverhampton MMA

Ady Watts Personal Training, Strength & Conditioning

Judo is the focus at Bishops Stortford Judokwai, a martial arts club in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire. The club is a member of the British Judo Association and has a coaching team, a club committee and dedicated welfare officers, with a clear set of codes of conduct for children, parents, coaches and members. It also offers information for new starters and visitors.

Judo is a grappling art built around throws, holds and controlled falling, and clubs typically welcome both children and adults. Many players train recreationally for fitness and confidence, while others work through the grading system or try competition. A judo club is generally a good place to learn discipline, respect and practical technique in a structured setting.

British Judo member club

Dedicated coaching team

Welcome for new starters

Safeguarding in place

Competitive success

Schools judo programme

Bishops Stortford Judokwai is a British Judo Association member club in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, with coaching for new starters.

Bishops Stortford Judokwai

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Karate classes run in Kingswells, a village on the western edge of Aberdeen, hosted at the local community centre. The sessions are part of a wider programme of activities offered to people of all ages in the area.

Martial arts training like this generally suits those looking to build fitness, coordination and confidence, whether starting out or returning after a break. The community centre setting means the venue also hosts other groups and facilities alongside the classes.

Classes for all ages

Community centre venue

Kingswells Karate offers martial arts classes in Kingswells, Aberdeen, based at the local community centre.

Kingswells Karate

Based in Belfast, Lifted by Laura is a fitness coaching service supporting people who want to work towards their health and training goals. It offers a personal, guided approach to fitness in the local area.

Coaching set-ups like this generally suit people who value structure and accountability, whether you are starting out or looking to build on existing habits. Reaching out directly is usually the best way to find out what is offered and how it might fit around your routine.

Lifted by Laura is a fitness coaching service based in Belfast, offering guided support towards your training goals.

Lifted by Laura - Coaching

Based in Dalkeith, Midlothian, Randori Dojo is a martial arts club offering judo alongside an early years programme called Dojo Dragons. The younger children's sessions make use of the dojo's balance balls, climbing wall and assault courses, with classes structured so children can learn and develop in a safe setting. Judo students practise controlled throws and groundwork, with submissions introduced at senior level.

Judo is a good choice for anyone wanting a sport that builds strength, balance and confidence while teaching respect for training partners. Beginners generally start by learning how to fall safely before moving on to throws and hold-downs. Free trial lessons are available for those who want to try a class first.

Free trial lesson

Judo classes

Early years programme

Climbing wall and equipment

Safe, structured classes

Randori Dojo in Dalkeith, Midlothian offers judo and early years Dojo Dragons classes for children, with free trial lessons available.

Randori Dojo

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In Wrexham, SK Cobras Martial Arts runs friendly, fitness-focused classes built around a mix of martial arts disciplines. Sessions draw on Karate, Ju-Jitsu, Boxing, Kickboxing and Filipino Martial Arts, among others, and the club welcomes both adults and children. Adults of any age or ability can take part, with training adapted to individual goals, whether that is confidence, strength, self-defence or competition.

A martial arts club of this kind is generally a good fit for people who want structured exercise with a practical skill attached. Mixed-discipline training tends to build coordination, fitness and focus, and many visitors find it a sociable way to stay active while learning to move and defend themselves with more confidence.

Free trial class

Adults and children

Range of disciplines

All ages and abilities

Experienced instructors

Competition opportunities

Mixed martial arts based fitness classes in Wrexham for adults and children, covering Karate, Ju-Jitsu, Boxing, Kickboxing and more.

SK Cobras Martial Arts

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Based at Warwickshire Shopping Park in Coventry, AKADEMY Dance Company is a dance school offering classes across contemporary, modern and lyrical styles, along with fitness and flexibility work. Whether you are just starting out or already have experience, everyone is welcome, and the school has grown into a community of over 100 dancers from babies right through to adults.

Dance classes are a good way to build confidence, coordination and creativity while keeping active, and a school setting like this offers a supportive place to learn and express yourself among others.

All ages welcome

Beginner friendly

Range of styles

Growing community

Waiting list

Shopping park venue

AKADEMY Dance Company is a dance school in Coventry offering contemporary, modern, lyrical, fitness and flexibility classes.

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