Based at Cardross Parish Church near Dumbarton, JKS Clyde Karate teaches traditional Shotokan karate to children, teens and adults. The club is a member dojo of JKS Scotland, which links its students to the wider Japan Karate Shoto Federation and its international network. Classes also run in Helensburgh and Garelochhead, and a free trial is available for anyone wanting to give it a go.

A martial arts class like this generally suits complete beginners as well as people returning to training. Shotokan sessions typically combine basic techniques, set forms (kata) and partner work, with a grading system that lets students track their progress at their own pace.

Shotokan karate

Free trial available

Children and adults

Part of JKS Scotland

Beginners and returners

Several local venues

Traditional Shotokan karate for children and adults at Cardross Parish Church near Dumbarton, part of JKS Scotland, with a free trial available.

JKS Clyde Karate - Cardross Parish Church

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Based in the Birmingham area and serving North Warwickshire and North Solihull, Kingsbury Aquarius Swimming Club is a swimming club catering for everyone from complete beginners to competitive swimmers. The club runs learn to swim lessons alongside structured squad training, with coaching focused on stroke development and technique. Members also take part in open meets, galas and competitions.

New swimmers are offered a free trial assessment so they can be placed at the right level. Joining a swimming club is generally a good way to build confidence in the water, improve fitness and technique, and, for those who want it, progress towards racing in a supportive group setting.

Free trial assessment

Learn to swim

Structured squads

Stroke development coaching

Galas and open meets

Local catchment

Swimming club near Birmingham offering learn to swim, squad training, stroke coaching and competitions, with a free trial assessment for new swimmers.

Kingsbury Aquarius Swimming Club

KO FITNESS

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KT Fitness & Recovery

Based in Lowestoft, Suffolk, Kuk Sool Won of Lowestoft is a martial arts school teaching the traditional Korean system of Kuk Sool Won. It describes itself as a family martial arts school, with a sister location in Halesworth, and its programme looks beyond kicking and punching to members' health, wellbeing and personal development. The school has been teaching for more than thirty years and offers a free introductory lesson for newcomers.

Traditional Korean martial arts generally combine striking, joint locks, throws and forms, alongside discipline and respect. Classes of this kind can suit children and adults alike, helping build fitness, coordination and confidence at a steady pace.

Free trial lesson

Traditional Korean martial art

Family friendly

Over thirty years teaching

Experienced instructors

Online training available

Traditional Korean martial arts in Lowestoft, Suffolk. Kuk Sool Won family classes with a free introductory lesson for new students.

Kuk Sool Won of Lowestoft

Kyu Shin Do Ryu Judo Club

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LB Dance

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Based in Leigh, Greater Manchester, Leigh Miners American Football Academy is a youth-focused American football academy working to grow the sport locally. Its approach centres on helping young players learn the game, train regularly and go on to compete.

American football is still a developing sport in the UK, so academies like this often give newcomers a chance to try it from scratch. Players can generally expect to pick up the basics of throwing, catching, blocking and tackling, alongside teamwork and fitness. It can suit young people who enjoy contact sports, tactics or simply being part of a team.

Learn, train, compete

Youth development

Leigh Miners American Football Academy in Leigh, Greater Manchester, helping young players learn, train and compete in American football.

Leigh Miners American Football Academy

Based in Leyland, Lancashire, Leyland BTR FC is a local football club listed in our directory. If you live in or around Leyland and are looking for a team to play for or support, it is worth getting in touch through the club's own website to find out more.

Football clubs like this generally offer a chance to play regularly, stay active and be part of a team. Many grassroots sides welcome new players of different abilities, and joining one is often a good way to meet people in the local area while enjoying the game.

Leyland BTR FC is a football club in Leyland, Lancashire. Visit the club's website to find out about playing or getting involved.

Leyland BTR FC

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