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Based in Manchester, SBG Manchester is a martial arts gym specialising in mixed martial arts and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. It caters to people across Greater Manchester who want to train in these disciplines, whether they're stepping onto the mats for the first time or building on existing experience.

MMA and BJJ gyms like this one are a good place to develop grappling and striking skills, improve fitness and learn practical self-defence. Sessions are typically coached and structured, giving members a clear way to progress while training alongside others working towards similar goals.

SBG Manchester is a martial arts gym in Manchester offering mixed martial arts and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training for all levels.

SBG Manchester Mixed Martial Arts and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Based just five minutes' walk from Sheffield city centre, this boxing club in South Yorkshire opened in 2010 following the merger of Woodseats Boxing Club and Sharrow Boxing Club. In the years since, it has built a strong reputation locally, producing County and National Champions along with several boxers who have gone on to represent the Team GB development squad.

The gym welcomes everyone from complete beginners to experienced competitors, and offers non-contact sessions as well as ring work. A boxing club like this is a good place to build fitness and confidence, and to learn technique in a supportive setting whether or not you ever compete.

All levels welcome

Non-contact sessions

Near city centre

Formed in 2010

Competition record

Sheffield City Boxing Club is a boxing gym near Sheffield city centre welcoming all levels, from beginners to competitors.

Sheffield City Boxing Club

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A karate and kickboxing school based in Southend-on-Sea, Okami Martial Arts runs classes for children, teenagers and adults across two locations in the town, including a venue in Thorpe Bay. Programmes cover everything from young beginners in the Little Dragons group through to adult karate and kickboxing, with online training options available too.

A martial arts school like this is a good place to build fitness, coordination and self defence skills in a structured setting. Coached sessions suit both complete newcomers and those looking to progress, with separate classes grouped by age and experience.

Karate and kickboxing

Classes for all ages

Kids programmes

Two locations

Online classes

Trial offer

Okami Martial Arts is a karate and kickboxing school in Southend-on-Sea with classes for children, teens and adults.

Okami Martial Arts

Located at Heeley Retail Park in Sheffield, this branch of The Gym Group is open around the clock, making it easy to fit training in whenever it suits your day. There is free parking on site, and memberships run without a contract, so you can join on a rolling monthly basis or opt for a longer saver plan.

A low cost gym like this one suits people who want flexible access to equipment on their own schedule, with free classes included for members who prefer coached or group sessions alongside their own workouts.

Open 24/7

No contract

Free classes

Free parking

Retail park location

Student memberships

The Gym Group Sheffield Heeley is a 24/7, no contract gym at Heeley Retail Park with free parking and free classes.

The Gym Group Sheffield Heeley

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In Southport, Merseyside, Unite Martial Arts teaches Taekwondo alongside kickboxing, karate and MMA to students from the age of three. Classes are split by age, with Dragons for 3 to 6 year olds, Cadets for 7 to 10 year olds, and a combined teens and adults group. There are also family sessions where parents and children train together, plus a ladies class for ages 7 and over. Newcomers can book a free taster session.

A martial arts club like this is generally a good place to build fitness, coordination and confidence. Many people also come for the self defence skills and the steady structure of working through gradings over time.

Classes from age 3

Free taster session

Several disciplines

Family classes

Ladies classes

Gradings and holiday camps

Martial arts club in Southport teaching Taekwondo, kickboxing, karate and MMA for ages 3+, with family and ladies classes and a free taster.

Unite Martial Arts

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A dance studio in Leigh-on-Sea, Strictly Smartz offers lessons across a range of styles including ballroom, tango and salsa. Classes cater to both adults and children, with sessions suited to complete beginners as well as more experienced dancers. Styles taught span from ballet through to hip-hop, all led by the studio's team of instructors.

The venue also doubles as a spacious hall available for hire, hosting parties, celebrations and rehearsals. Dance schools like this are a good way to learn a new style, keep active and build confidence on the floor, whether you are starting out or looking to develop existing skills.

Range of dance styles

Adults and children

Beginner friendly

Instructor led

Venue hire

Strictly Smartz is a dance studio in Leigh-on-Sea offering ballroom, salsa and other classes for adults and children, plus venue hire.

Strictly Smartz

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