Based in central Bristol, Art of Movement teaches Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Capoeira and self defence to both children and adults. Classes run six days a week, with sessions for kids from three years old, dedicated women's jiu jitsu, and separate adult and kids groups across both disciplines. Beginners are welcome, and the club also runs seminars and workshops.

Martial arts clubs like this are a good way to build strength, coordination and confidence while learning practical technique in a structured setting. Whether you are completely new or returning to training, coached classes offer a clear path to progress at your own pace.

BJJ and Capoeira

Kids and adults

Beginner friendly

Classes six days a week

Women's jiu jitsu

Central Bristol

Art of Movement Bristol offers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Capoeira and self defence classes for kids and adults in central Bristol.

Art of Movement Bristol - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Capoeira

Set in Ludgershall near Andover, C13 Fitness Gym is a gym built around strength and functional training, with a community focus and support for members at every level. It caters to lifters, athletes and everyday gym-goers, whether you are just starting out or working towards new personal bests.

The gym is arranged into strength, functional and cardio areas, with a full weights section and on-site parking. Places like this suit anyone wanting flexible, self-directed training in a well-equipped space, with the option to build a routine that fits around your own schedule.

Strength and functional training

Full weights section

Open 7 days a week

On-site parking

All levels welcome

C13 Fitness Gym is a gym in Ludgershall near Andover, with strength, functional and cardio areas, open 7 days a week.

C13 Fitness Gym

Based in Newbury, Berkshire, Crimson Heat Tigers Cheerleading offers a home for anyone keen to try cheerleading and build skills in a group setting. It brings together the tumbling, jumps and teamwork that make cheer such an energetic activity.

Cheerleading clubs like this one are a good fit for people who enjoy learning routines, developing coordination and being part of a team. Sessions typically combine physical conditioning with the confidence that comes from performing together, making it welcoming for newcomers and returning athletes alike.

Crimson Heat Tigers Cheerleading in Newbury, Berkshire, a cheerleading club for building skills and teamwork.

Crimson Heat Tigers Cheerleading - Newbury

Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, Elemental Kickboxing is a martial arts academy teaching freestyle martial arts and kickboxing. Sessions combine technique work with high intensity aerobic and core workouts, and there are classes for adults and children, including dedicated ladies' sessions. The club also offers one to one coaching to help refine trickier techniques.

A kickboxing academy like this is a good fit if you want to build fitness, learn practical striking and progress through a grading system at your own pace. Classes cater for all abilities, so both complete beginners and more experienced students can find a place to train.

All abilities welcome

Adults and children

Ladies classes

Freestyle martial arts

One to one coaching

Grading system

Elemental Kickboxing in Leeds teaches freestyle martial arts and kickboxing, with classes for adults, children and ladies of all abilities.

Elemental Kickboxing Leeds

Set in Accrington, Lancashire, Fairfield Boxing Club & SITHI C.I.C is a community boxing and fitness club run as a Community Interest Company with wellbeing at its heart. It welcomes anyone looking to try something new, take on a challenge, meet new people or train together as a family, with the aim of improving both physical health and mental wellbeing.

The club offers classes for juniors aged 5 and over, adult sessions including a ladies only class, and its popular SITHI fitness class. One to one sessions can be arranged on request, along with sparring for juniors and adults and pre-season training for sports teams. A Funding for Fitness initiative is available for those needing financial support.

Junior classes

Ladies only class

SITHI fitness class

One to one sessions

Sparring arranged

Funding for Fitness

Fairfield Boxing Club & SITHI C.I.C is a community boxing and fitness club in Accrington, Lancashire, for all ages and abilities.

Fairfield Boxing Club & SITHI C.I.C

Based in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, Fighting Systems offers martial arts training in Shotokan Karate, Krav Maga and self defence. Classes cater to adults, juniors and women, with sessions also run in nearby areas including Berkhamsted and Ashley Green. Private tuition is available for those who prefer one to one training.

A martial arts club like this is a good place to build fitness, confidence and practical self defence skills, whether you are completely new or looking to develop existing technique. Classes here are set up for a range of skill levels and ages, so newcomers and more experienced students alike can find a suitable group.

Karate and Krav Maga

All ages and levels

Multiple locations

Private tuition

Women's self defence

Shotokan Karate, Krav Maga and self defence classes in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, for adults, juniors and women.

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Football Fun Factory - Stafford and Cannock

Set in the heart of Ipswich, this Suffolk martial arts academy focuses on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for all levels. Newcomers are welcome, with a dedicated beginner course to introduce the fundamentals, while coached classes support those returning to the mats. The academy describes itself as friendly and inclusive, with an emphasis on building confidence and fitness alongside technique.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a grappling art that suits people looking to learn practical self-defence, improve fitness and pick up new skills in a group setting. Coached sessions and a free trial make it straightforward to give the sport a first try before committing.

Coached sessions

Free trial

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu focus

Ipswich Combat Academy offers beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for all levels in Ipswich, Suffolk.

Ipswich Combat Academy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Kickstart Gym

Lifestyle Performance Transformations

Namixx Gymnastics Club

Tucked away in Bolton, Greater Manchester, North West Warriors School Martial Arts & Fitness Centre offers a space for people to train in martial arts and work on their general fitness. It welcomes those looking to pick up a new discipline as well as anyone keen to keep active.

Martial arts clubs like this one are a good fit for building confidence, coordination and fitness, whether you are stepping onto the mats for the first time or returning to regular training. Sessions are typically coached, so newcomers can learn the fundamentals at a steady pace alongside more experienced members.

North West Warriors School is a martial arts and fitness centre in Bolton, Greater Manchester, welcoming all levels.

North West Warriors School Martial Arts & Fitness Centre

Paragon Kickboxing Academy

Based in Southend-on-Sea, PDMA is a martial arts club offering training for those looking to build skills, fitness and confidence. It provides a place for local people to take up martial arts in a structured setting.

Martial arts training generally suits a wide range of ages and abilities, from complete beginners finding their feet to more experienced students refining technique. Sessions typically combine physical conditioning with the discipline and focus that come from regular practice.

PDMA is a martial arts club in Southend-on-Sea offering training for building skills, fitness and confidence.

PDMA

PEACHY Dance Studios

Phoenix Martial Arts Academy

Pole Position

Based in Telford, Roar Martial Arts is a martial arts academy offering a broad mix of disciplines for all ages. The programme covers mixed martial arts, boxing, Thai and kickboxing, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (both Gi and No-Gi), alongside dedicated kids' classes and ladies' kickboxing and self defence. There is a Telford venue on Hortonwood 10, with a second site in Shrewsbury.

Martial arts training is a good way to build fitness, coordination and confidence, whether you are learning striking, grappling or self defence. With separate sessions for younger children, teens and adults, there is scope to start at a level that suits you.

Classes for all ages

Range of disciplines

Kids classes

Two locations

Roar Martial Arts in Telford offers MMA, boxing, kickboxing, BJJ and kids' classes, with a free trial available.

Roar Martial Arts

Set in Swindon, this martial arts and fitness centre runs self-defence classes for all ages and abilities, from complete beginners through to experienced practitioners. Sessions are led by qualified instructors, with dedicated programmes for adults, ladies and children, plus boxing and kickboxing on offer.

A martial arts club like this is a good place to build fitness, learn practical self-defence and pick up new skills in a structured setting. Children's classes focus on respect, confidence and motivation in a safe environment, while adult and ladies' sessions offer a friendly way to get in shape and meet new people.

Qualified instructors

Kids' self-defence

Boxing and kickboxing

Open seven days

Swindon Martial Arts & Fitness offers self-defence, boxing and kickboxing classes for adults, ladies and children in Swindon.

Swindon Martial Arts & Fitness

An independent fitness studio in Derby, The Base offers coach led training in a friendly, welcoming setting where members are known by name. The focus is on structured, progressive workouts through small and large group personal training programmes, combining strength work with science backed lifestyle support.

The aim here is clarity and consistency rather than extremes or burnout, with coaching, accountability and a clear pathway built into the sessions. A coach led gym like this suits people who want guidance and structure alongside their training rather than working out alone.

Coach led training

Group personal training

Inclusive community

Independent studio

Strength focused

The Base Derby is an independent, coach led fitness studio in Derby offering small and large group personal training.

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