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Based in Blackpool, AVR Dance & Musical Theatre School offers dance tuition for a range of ages and levels, from complete beginners through to performance standard. Alongside dance, the school runs theatre, singing and acting classes, as well as sessions for pre-school children.

A dance school like this is a good fit for anyone wanting to learn styles such as ballet, tap, modern and acro in a structured, coached setting. New students can try a free first class before committing, making it easy to see whether it suits you or your child.

Range of dance styles

All levels welcome

Free first class

More than dance

Pre-school sessions

AVR Dance & Musical Theatre School in Blackpool teaches dance, theatre, singing and acting for beginners to performance level.

AVR Dance & Musical Theatre School Blackpool

A fitness studio in Birmingham, Bodysharp Studio Fitness Academy focuses on helping working professionals build strength, fitness and confidence. Alongside training, the team offers mindset coaching and accountability to help people stick to a routine that fits their lives.

Options here include personal training, group training and online coaching, so you can pick the format that suits you. Newcomers can start with a free Fitness MOT assessment and a call with a coach before choosing a package. Fitness studios like this one are a good fit for anyone wanting structured, guided support towards clear personal goals.

Personal training

Group training

Online coaching

Free assessment

Mindset and accountability

For professionals

Bodysharp Studio Fitness Academy in Birmingham offers personal training, group training and online coaching for professionals.

Bodysharp Studio Fitness Academy

Bow & Arrow Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Focused on calisthenics and bodyweight training, Cali Fit UK is a gym in Andover, Hampshire, where members build strength and endurance without relying on heavy equipment. Sessions run as group classes and one-to-one training, with both beginners and more experienced athletes made welcome.

Calisthenics gyms are a good option for anyone wanting to develop functional strength using their own bodyweight. Expect coached group classes suited to a range of abilities, along with a community feel that helps newcomers settle in.

Calisthenics classes

First class free

Group and one-to-one

Cali Fit UK is a calisthenics and bodyweight training gym in Andover, Hampshire, with classes for beginners and experienced athletes.

Cali Fit UK

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Collective Motion Dance

Based in Reading, CT-Martial Arts teaches kickboxing, martial arts and self defence to children, teens and adults. Classes run across several local venues, including Tilehurst, Calcot, Theale and Burghfield, and the club places a focus on fitness, confidence and skill in a supportive, no ego setting. Alongside the general programmes, there are ladies' classes and dedicated girls' self defence courses.

Martial arts training like this is a good way to build fitness, focus and self discipline while learning practical techniques. Sessions are structured and beginner friendly, so newcomers with no previous experience can find their feet and progress at a steady pace.

Beginner friendly

Free trial session

Classes for all ages

Ladies and girls classes

Several local venues

Active membership

CT-Martial Arts offers kickboxing and self defence classes for kids, teens and adults across Reading, Berkshire.

CT-Martial Arts

Based in Carlton, Nottingham, Dance Affinity is a dance school offering training across a range of styles for dancers of all levels. Classes cover Freestyle Dance, Street Dance, Cheerleading, Acro, Commercial and Musical Theatre, with sessions available for children from two years upwards. The school is registered and accredited with ADFP, IDTA, BCQ and Acrobatic Arts.

A dance school like this can suit anyone taking their first steps, working towards performing on stage, or looking to compete. Alongside building technique, the focus tends to be on confidence, creativity and making friends. Trial sessions are available for those wanting to try it out first.

Wide range of styles

Classes from age two

Accredited school

Trial available

Based in Carlton

Dance Affinity is a dance school in Carlton, Nottingham teaching Freestyle, Street, Cheer, Acro and more for ages two upwards.

Dance Affinity

DR- Coach

Based in Huthwaite, Sutton-in-Ashfield, near Nottingham, Dynamic Combat is a martial arts academy covering kickboxing, K-1 and mixed martial arts. The timetable includes children's classes, family kickboxing, sparring and open mat sessions, and running and conditioning work, with belt grading built into the programme. There is free parking on site and the venue sits behind Huthwaite library.

A martial arts academy like this is a good place to build fitness, technique and confidence, whether you are trying combat sport for the first time or looking to develop your skills through regular coached sessions.

Disciplines covered

Kids classes

Family kickboxing

Sparring and open mat

Belt grading

Free parking

Dynamic Combat is a kickboxing, K-1 and MMA martial arts academy in Huthwaite, near Nottingham, with kids and family classes.

Dynamic Combat Kickboxing & Martial Arts Academy

ECE Fitness

Based in Walsall, Eclipse Martial Arts Centre is a martial arts academy offering training for both adults and children across the West Midlands. Classes cover kickboxing and Brazilian jiu-jitsu, with dedicated sessions for younger students including Little Ninjas, kids' kickboxing and kids' BJJ.

Martial arts clubs like this one are a good way to build fitness, discipline and confidence while learning practical self-defence. Sessions are typically coached in a structured, supportive setting, so newcomers can begin at their own pace and progress over time.

Kickboxing and BJJ

Adults and children

Free trial lesson

Coached instruction

Eclipse Martial Arts Centre in Walsall offers kickboxing and BJJ classes for adults and children, with a free trial available.

Eclipse Martial Arts Centre

Edge Performance

Based in Hertford, Hertfordshire, ETHOS Hertford is a martial arts academy focused on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defence. It operates as a full-time dojo, with programmes for adults, kids and teens, and women. The academy places weight on character, discipline and respect, and welcomes everyone from complete beginners to experienced competitors. New visitors can book a free class to try it out.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a grappling art built around control, leverage and technique rather than size or strength. A typical session at a BJJ academy might include a warm-up, technical drilling with a partner and live sparring (often called rolling), making it a good all-round workout that also builds confidence and practical self-defence skills.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Kids and teens

Women's programme

Full-time dojo

ETHOS Hertford is a full-time Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defence academy in Hertford with adults, kids, teens and women's classes, plus a free class.

ETHOS Hertford

Based in Oxford, Flair Dance Studio has been teaching children to dance since 1996. Classes run across several locations in Oxfordshire and cover a range of styles, including contemporary, freestyle, lyrical, commercial and acro, with children of all ages and abilities welcome.

Dancers here can take part just for fun or work towards competing in local and regional competitions. A dance studio like this is a good fit for young people wanting to build confidence, coordination and fitness while learning a genre they enjoy in a group setting.

For children of all ages

Competition opportunities

Several Oxfordshire venues

Established since 1996

Flair Dance Studio in Oxford offers contemporary, freestyle, lyrical, commercial and acro classes for children of all ages.

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