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Based at Headway Business Park in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, this martial arts college runs programmes for a wide range of ages, from young children through to teens and adults. Sessions are grouped by age and experience, with Little Dragons for the youngest, Juniors, and classes for Adults and Teens, as well as one to one coaching for those who want more focused instruction.

Martial arts training is a good way to build fitness, coordination and confidence, and many clubs welcome complete beginners alongside more experienced students. Trial sessions are available for those wanting to try before committing.

Classes for all ages

Kids classes

One to one sessions

Book a trial

Wakefield location

Martial arts college in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, with classes for children, juniors, teens and adults.

West Yorkshire Martial Arts College

Whitburn Archers

Whitetail Bowmen Archery Club

Wing Chun Kuen UK

Woking Dance Space

Based in Woodhouse, Sheffield, this traditional brass band has been playing together since 1853. Alongside performing, it takes part in concerts and community events across the area, and runs a learner band for those looking to develop their playing.

A brass band like this offers a chance to make music alongside others, whether you are an experienced player or just starting out. Community bands often welcome a range of ages and abilities, with regular rehearsals and the opportunity to perform at local events.

Playing since 1853

Learner band

Concerts and events

Based in Woodhouse

Woodhouse Prize Band is a traditional brass band in Woodhouse, Sheffield, playing since 1853, with concerts and a learner band.

Woodhouse Prize Band

Based in Coventry, Woodlands Gymnastics, Tumbling and Trampolining Club is a sports club covering a broad mix of disciplines, including men's and women's artistic gymnastics, general gymnastics, trampolining, tumbling, acro, freestyle/parkour and double mini-trampolining. Its main home is a dedicated gymnastics facility at Woodlands Academy on Broad Lane, originally built in 2006 as a reserve training gym for the London 2012 Olympic Games, and the club also uses a second venue.

Gymnastics and trampolining clubs generally suit a wide range of ages and abilities, helping people build strength, flexibility, coordination and confidence. Coached sessions usually progress skills step by step, with specialist equipment helping members learn new moves safely.

Wide range of disciplines

Dedicated gymnastics facility

Olympic training heritage

Foam pits and bars

Two venues

Gymnastics, trampolining, tumbling and parkour club in Coventry, based at a dedicated gym built for London 2012 Olympic training.

Woodlands Gymnastics, Tumbling and Trampolining Club

WSKU Dojos

Goju-Kai karate is the focus at Yamaguchi Goju-Kai Karate-Do in Grays, Thurrock. The Grays club is one of a group of karate clubs run under the same banner, with other locations across Essex (including Thorpe Bay, South Ockendon, Stanford-le-Hope, Leigh and Purfleet) and in the Newcastle area. Instruction comes from qualified, experienced instructors, and new students of all ages are welcome to get in touch.

Traditional karate clubs like this generally offer a structured way to build fitness, coordination and confidence, with progress usually marked through a grading system. Many people find the regular training and club atmosphere a good fit whether they are starting out or returning to martial arts.

Goju-Kai karate

All ages welcome

Qualified instructors

Part of a wider group

Child protection policy

Goju-Kai karate club in Grays, Thurrock, with qualified instructors and new students of all ages welcome.

Yamaguchi Goju-Kai

Yolo's Yoga

Part of the MartialArts4U family of schools, York Martial Arts Academy offers martial arts training in York for all ages and fitness levels. The business is family run and began in York back in 1995, since growing to cover a number of locations across Yorkshire, with full time and part time venues in and around the city.

Martial arts training is a good route into self defence, discipline and general fitness, and clubs like this usually welcome complete beginners as well as those with some experience. A free trial is available for anyone wanting to try a session before committing.

Family friendly

Free trial

Established 1995

Multiple venues

Experienced coaches

Self defence focus

York Martial Arts Academy is a family run martial arts school in York, teaching self defence, discipline and fitness for all ages.

York Martial Arts Academy

Young Ones Dance Centre

Based in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, Youth Football Academy runs football coaching for boys and girls aged 5 to 14. Sessions cover Hitchin, Letchworth and nearby villages, with training split by age, including groups for 5 and 6 year olds and for 8 to 13 year olds. Courses can be booked through the academy, and families can get in touch by email or enquiry form for more details.

Youth football coaching generally gives children a chance to build ball skills, fitness and confidence in a friendly setting. It is also a good way for young players to make friends, learn about teamwork and enjoy regular exercise, whether they are complete beginners or already keen on the game.

Ages 5 to 14

Boys and girls welcome

Age-grouped training

Several local areas

Bookable courses

Youth Football Academy offers football coaching for boys and girls aged 5 to 14 in Hitchin, Letchworth and nearby Hertfordshire villages.

Youth Football Academy

Zero Genetics Gym

ZKS Karate

ZKS Martial Arts (Watford Branch)

Bronte Archers

Core Aquatics

Based in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, Crosby United Junior Football Club is a junior football club listed in our directory for young players and their families in the area. If you are looking for a local team for your child, it is worth getting in touch directly to find out more about age groups and how to join.

Junior football clubs generally give children a chance to learn the game, build confidence and make friends through regular training and matches. They often welcome players of varying ability, and many rely on volunteers and parents to keep things running, making them a good way to feel part of the local community.

Crosby United Junior Football Club is a junior football club in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, for young players and their families.

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