Based in Birkenhead on the Wirral, this martial arts club focuses on judo and welcomes anyone aged 5 and over. It began in 2000 with 14 beginners training one night a week on a small temporary mat, and with support from parents, volunteers and keen young members it has since grown to more than 150 members. The club also works to develop athletes who want to compete at a high level.

Judo is a grappling martial art built around throws, holds and controlled groundwork. Training generally helps with fitness, balance, coordination and self-confidence, and clubs usually grade members through a belt system so progress is easy to follow, whether you are a child starting out or an adult returning to the mat.

Open from age 5

Founded in 2000

Over 150 members

Athlete development

Body and mind

Judo club in Birkenhead, Merseyside, open to anyone aged 5 and over, founded in 2000 and now home to more than 150 members.

Wirral Judo Club

WS9 Fitness

York Dance Space​

For anyone in Halesowen looking to take up Muay Thai, K-Star Legacy is a Thai boxing gym in the West Midlands catering to a wide range of ages and abilities. The academy runs classes for absolute beginners as well as those wanting to train competitively, along with dedicated sessions for children.

A Muay Thai gym is a good place to build fitness, learn striking technique and develop confidence, whether you plan to step into the ring or simply want a challenging way to train. Beginner and junior classes make it accessible to newcomers of all ages.

Beginner friendly

Kids classes

Fighter training

Classes for all ages

Muay Thai focus

K-Star Legacy is a Muay Thai gym in Halesowen, West Midlands, with classes for beginners, juniors, teens and fighters.

K-Star Legacy

The Bowls Club London

VIP Fitness

Warehouse Gyms TaiBach

Wyke community sports village

Atlas Gym is a fitness gym based in Wolverhampton, in the West Midlands. If you live or work locally and are looking for somewhere to train, it is one of the gyms listed in the area on our directory.

Generally speaking, a gym is a good place to build strength, improve fitness and keep a regular routine, whether you are just starting out or returning to exercise after a break. Many people find that having a set place to train makes it easier to stay consistent. It is worth contacting the gym directly or visiting in person to find out more about membership options and what is available before you sign up.

Atlas Gym is a fitness gym in Wolverhampton, West Midlands. Find location details and more about training at this local gym.

Atlas Gym

S7 Fitness

Salts Sports

Based on Southchurch Road in Southend-on-Sea, Southend Gymnastics is a gymnastics club focused on classes for children. Its Gymschool programme welcomes youngsters aged four and over, with qualified coaches and assistants grouping gymnasts by age and ability. The club caters for everyone from complete beginners to those working towards competitive level, and also runs holiday courses, workshops and birthday parties.

Gymnastics is generally a great way for children to build strength, flexibility, balance and confidence. Clubs like this often use badge and award schemes to mark progress, giving young gymnasts clear goals to work towards in a supportive setting. Families interested in joining can register for a try out through the club's website.

Classes from age four

Qualified coaches

Beginner to competitive

Badges and awards

Try out available

Holiday courses and parties

Children's gymnastics club in Southend-on-Sea offering coached classes for ages 4+, from beginners to competitive level, plus holiday courses.

Southend Gymnastics

Gateshead Indoor Bowling Club

City of Newport Gymnastics Academy

Duffield Rackets and Fitness

In West Bromwich, this martial arts academy offers structured classes in martial arts, boxing and kickboxing for children, adults and women across Sandwell. The focus is family friendly, with coaching aimed at building confidence, discipline and practical skill.

Martial arts training suits people of all ages and starting points, whether you want to learn something new, get fitter or grow in confidence. Beginners are welcome, and a free trial lets you watch or try a class before committing.

Free trial pass

Multiple disciplines

Family-focused coaching

Several programmes

Family-focused martial arts, boxing and kickboxing classes for children, adults and women in West Bromwich, West Midlands.

Martial Arts Centres of Excellence West Bromwich

Nova Forca

Based in Cobham, Surrey, Silvermere Gymnastics is a gymnastics academy offering British Gymnastics approved classes for children and young people. Its programmes run from pre-school groups through recreational and advanced gymnastics, and there is also a dedicated SEND group, so children of different ages, abilities and needs have a route in.

Gymnastics is often seen as a good grounding for other sports, as it builds coordination, strength, balance and patience. Classes for young people generally combine structured skill work with play, and many parents find the activity helps children grow in confidence and make friends alongside developing physically.

British Gymnastics approved

Pre-school groups

Recreational and advanced

Tailored SEND group

For children and teens

British Gymnastics approved classes in Cobham, Surrey, from pre-school and recreational to advanced gymnastics and a tailored SEND group.

Silvermere Gymnastics

Oakhill Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd

Barnsley Community Gymnastics Academy (Formerly Barnsley Gymnastics Club)

Powerhouse Gym

Silver's Fitness Centre

Bradford Amateur Rowing Club

Based in Solihull in the West Midlands, FootieBugs offers football coaching for children aged 3 to 12, with classes grouped by age from toddlers through to juniors. Its programmes are designed with input from doctors, physiotherapists and other specialists, and sessions are led by FA and UEFA qualified coaches alongside former professional players. There is also an academy strand, including a girls academy and goalkeeping, plus holiday camps and SEN and disability opportunities.

Children's football sessions like these are generally a good way for young players to build coordination, confidence and core ball skills. They also tend to encourage social habits such as listening, sharing and taking turns in a fun, active setting.

Ages 3 to 12

Specialist designed programmes

Girls academy

Goalkeeping sessions

SEN and disability

FootieBugs runs children's football coaching in Solihull for ages 3 to 12, with age-group classes, academy sessions and holiday camps.

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