Based in Solihull, Strike Martial Arts is a martial arts school teaching karate and related disciplines to children, teens and adults. Its programmes are grouped by age, including Little Ninjas for ages 5 to 7 and Samurais for ages 7 to 12, with classes for grown-ups too. The focus is on building fitness, self defence skills and personal values in a positive setting.

A martial arts club like this is a good place to learn practical self defence while improving strength, focus and confidence. Sessions are suitable for all experience levels, so complete beginners can start alongside more seasoned students.

Kids classes

All ages welcome

Karate and self defence

Beginner friendly

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Strike Martial Arts is a karate and martial arts school in Solihull with classes for kids, teens and adults.

Strike Martial Arts

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Set in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, BoFit is a gym that leans into community and support rather than the usual commercial gym feel. It welcomes people of every background, body type and goal, with the aim of helping members improve both their physical health and their mindset.

Whether you want to build muscle, get fitter or simply find a space where you feel comfortable, this is the kind of place that tries to foster that. BoFit also runs a Doomslayers competition for members who fancy a challenge. A gym like this generally suits those looking for a friendly, judgment free environment to train in.

Welcoming community

Suits all goals

Doomslayers competition

Memberships available

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A martial arts academy like this is a good place to learn striking technique, get fitter and develop discipline in a structured environment. Newcomers can generally expect coached sessions that cover the fundamentals before progressing to more advanced work.

Kickboxing and boxing

Open to everyone

Fitness and confidence

House of Fighters Real Fight Academy is a kickboxing and boxing martial arts club in Nottingham.

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Set in Leeds, West Yorkshire, ICHIBAN Dojo brings together several traditional martial arts clubs under one roof. The centre is home to karate, aikido, judo, kenjitsu and Japanese Jiu Jitsu, with each club sharing a focus on teaching, training and budo spirit.

A multi discipline martial arts centre like this suits people who want to explore different styles in one place, from striking to grappling and weapons work. Whether you are completely new or already training, these venues generally offer coached sessions in a structured, respectful environment.

Multiple disciplines

Traditional focus

Family friendly

One central dojo

ICHIBAN Dojo is a multi discipline martial arts centre in Leeds offering karate, aikido, judo, kenjitsu and Japanese Jiu Jitsu.

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Based in Colwyn Bay, John Lynn's Martial Arts & Fitness is a martial arts club teaching karate and fitness kickboxing. The club, also known as John Lynn's Black Belt Academy, runs separate programmes for kids, and for teens and adults, so families can train at the same place. Newcomers can get in touch to arrange a free trial.

Martial arts training in general tends to combine physical fitness with self-defence skills, and many people find it helps build confidence, focus and self-discipline. Karate classes usually follow a structured belt system, while fitness kickboxing sessions are often a good option for those mainly looking for a lively workout.

Kids karate

Teen and adult classes

Fitness kickboxing

Free trial

Confidence and discipline

Karate and fitness kickboxing in Colwyn Bay for kids, teens and adults, with a free trial available at John Lynn's Martial Arts & Fitness.

John Lynn's Martial Arts & Fitness

Based in Hampton, Kaizen BJJ & MMA is a martial arts club in Peterborough teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and mixed martial arts to both adults and children. The focus is on a friendly, community-minded setting where beginners and more experienced practitioners can train alongside each other, with sessions covering self-defence, personal development and competition progression.

A BJJ and MMA gym like this is a good option if you want to build fitness and confidence while learning grappling and striking skills. Classes are typically coached, so newcomers can expect guidance as they learn the fundamentals at their own pace.

BJJ and MMA

Experienced coaches

Kaizen BJJ & MMA in Hampton, Peterborough offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA classes for adults and kids of all levels.

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A karate school in Cardiff that welcomes learners of all ages, with sessions for infants, juniors, seniors and adults. The focus is on building confidence in a friendly, encouraging and safe setting, with a teaching syllabus developed specifically for younger children and a monthly patch reward system to keep them motivated.

Martial arts classes like these are a good way to develop coordination, focus, listening skills and self-confidence. Beginners are typically eased in at their own pace, and progress is usually marked through gradings as skills develop over time.

Classes for all ages

Great for children

Confidence building

Reward system

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