Based at Lockwood in Huddersfield, TMA Kickboxing Academy teaches sport kickboxing, martial arts and self defence to cadets and adults. Classes are open to all levels and ages, so beginners and experienced students alike train together in a welcoming community. The academy follows a structured belt system as students progress.

A kickboxing and martial arts club like this is a good way to build fitness, confidence and practical self defence skills, whether you are stepping onto the mats for the first time or working towards a black belt. Trial sessions are available for those wanting to try it before committing.

All levels welcome

Kickboxing and self defence

Trial session available

Belt structure

Cadet and adult classes

Lockwood location

TMA Kickboxing Academy in Lockwood, Huddersfield offers kickboxing and self defence classes for cadets and adults of all levels.

TMA Kickboxing Academy - Lockwood

Based at Pennyburn Business Park on the Pennyburn Industrial Estate, Twisters Gymnastics is a gymnastics club in Londonderry. Members manage class bookings and payments through an online members area, and club kit including tracksuits, T-shirts and sports bags can be picked up at the gym. The club is also registered as a charity in Northern Ireland.

Gymnastics clubs generally offer a structured way to build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination, with sessions often grouped by age and ability. For many young people it is a fun, sociable activity that also builds confidence and body awareness, whether they want to train recreationally or work towards something more focused.

Pennyburn based venue

Online members area

Club kit available

Registered charity

Open six days

Twisters Gymnastics is a charity-registered gymnastics club at Pennyburn Business Park in Londonderry, with online class booking for members.

Twisters Gymnastics Ltd

Baby and toddler swimming lessons run by Water Babies take place at Ashmount School on Thorpe Hill in Loughborough, Leicestershire, using the school's heated indoor pool. Classes are grouped by age, from babies under one through to children aged four and over, with each stage building water safety, core aquatic skills and swimming strokes from the very first lesson.

Sessions last 30 minutes and run weekly, with skills taught through song, play and repetition. Younger children swim with a parent or carer alongside the teacher, while older children may take part with the adult in or out of the water depending on the class. Early swimming lessons like these are generally a gentle way to build confidence in the water and spend time together.

Lessons by age group

Heated indoor pool

Weekly 30 minute classes

Water safety focus

Parents in the pool

Learning through play

Water Babies swimming lessons for babies and young children at Ashmount School's heated indoor pool in Loughborough, Leicestershire.

Water Babies at Ashmount School, Loughborough

Kids' football coaching in Bedford is what We Make Footballers offers here, with sessions for children aged 3 to 13 across several venues in and around the town. Players of all abilities are welcome, from complete beginners taking their first kicks to those ready for more competitive football, and the first session is free so families can see if it suits.

Generally, a children's football academy like this focuses on building ball skills, confidence and teamwork through structured, age-grouped sessions. It can be a good way for young players to stay active, make friends and develop their game in a supportive setting, whether they play for fun or have ambitions to join a team.

Ages 3 to 13

Free first session

All abilities welcome

Eight weekly sessions

Three Bedford venues

Running since 2010

Kids' football coaching in Bedford for ages 3 to 13, all abilities welcome across three local venues, with a free first session to try.

We Make Footballers Bedford

Based in Bulwell, Nottingham, 10th Planet Nottingham is a martial arts academy focused on no gi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. It follows the 10th Planet system, part of a global grappling network known for its detailed positional approach, teaching positions such as Rubber Guard and Lockdown. The gym runs classes for adults and kids, with structured sessions and coaching aimed at steady progress.

A no gi BJJ gym like this one caters for a wide range of people, from complete beginners through to experienced competitors. Sessions are coached and structured, and a supportive training environment is a common feature, making it a practical place to learn grappling technique and improve fitness.

No gi Jiu Jitsu

Kids classes

Free trial week

Coached sessions

Flexible memberships

10th Planet Nottingham is a no gi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gym in Bulwell, Nottingham, with adult and kids classes and a free trial.

10th Planet Nottingham

Abergeldie Bowling Club

Adel squash club

ADK Grappling Academy

AH Fitness

Based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, Ali Greenwood Dancentre is a dance school teaching a range of styles including ballet, tap, modern jazz, popdance, musical theatre and acro dance. Ballet is taught from age four, following the IDTA syllabus, and the centre welcomes pupils from three years old across both exam and leisure pathways.

Established in 2007, the school offers a friendly, family atmosphere alongside exams and shows. Dance is a good way to build coordination, rhythm and confidence, and a school like this can suit both those working towards graded qualifications and those who simply enjoy the experience.

Range of styles

From age three

Exams and shows

Certified Acrobatic Arts studio

Established in 2007

Family atmosphere

Ali Greenwood Dancentre is a dance school in Wakefield teaching ballet, tap, modern jazz, acro dance and more from age three.

Ali Greenwood Dancentre

Allégro Dance Academy

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Based in Wednesfield, Wolverhampton, BeaT School of Dance is a dance school offering a wide range of styles for both adults and children. Classes cover Street Dance, Cheerleading, Ballet, Tap, Musical Theatre and Zumba, with yearly exams and an annual show for those who want to take part. The school opened in October 2009.

A dance school like this is a good place to build confidence, coordination and technique whether you are starting out or looking to develop. With a mix of disciplines on offer, there is scope to try different styles and find one that suits you.

Classes for all ages

Established 2009

Recognised memberships

Wednesfield location

BeaT School of Dance is a dance school in Wednesfield, Wolverhampton offering Street Dance, Ballet, Tap, Cheerleading and more.

BeaT School of Dance

Belle Vitale Wellness Ltd

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BE U DANCE COMPANY

Based in Blackpool, this netball club is listed in our sports directory for anyone in the area looking to get involved with the game. Blackpool Netball Club has its own website, which is worth checking for the latest details on how to join.

Netball clubs generally offer a mix of training and competitive matches, giving players a chance to build fitness, sharpen their skills and enjoy being part of a team. Many welcome players of different ages and abilities, so getting in touch directly is usually the best way to find out what suits you.

Blackpool Netball Club is a netball club in Blackpool. Find out how to get involved and get in touch with the club.

Blackpool Netball Club

Blaze Streetdance Academy

Body Burn

Breathing Space Selby Yoga

Practising karate rooted in the Wado Ryu system, Bristol Karate Club has been teaching in Bristol for over 50 years and is a founder member of the Western Karate Union. Its members come from all walks of life, from complete beginners through to those competing at international level.

The club offers separate classes for seniors and juniors, so there is a place for both adults and children. Karate clubs like this one are a good way to build fitness, discipline and self defence skills through structured, coached practice and a recognised grading syllabus.

Beginners welcome

Wado Ryu karate

Black belt tuition

Junior and senior classes

Over 50 years established

Grading syllabus

Bristol Karate Club is a long established Wado Ryu based karate club in Bristol welcoming beginners, juniors and adults.

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