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Based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, The Combat Academy is a martial arts school offering training for children, teens and adults. Running since 2011, it serves as the club's flagship location, with programmes ranging from Ninja Tots and Little Ninjas for younger children through to junior and adult classes. Kickboxing, boxing and ladies only sessions are also part of the mix.

Martial arts training is a good way to build fitness, coordination and confidence, whether you are completely new to it or returning after a break. Classes are typically coached and structured by level, so beginners and more experienced students can train alongside each other.

Classes for all ages

Range of disciplines

Kids programmes

Ladies only sessions

Coached training

Established since 2011

The Combat Academy is a martial arts school in Barnsley with classes for kids, teens and adults, plus kickboxing and boxing.

The Combat Academy, Barnsley

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On Burton Road in West Didsbury, Goodtime Games is a board game cafwith a vegetarian and vegan kitchen and a shop, set up for relaxed nights out in Manchester. You can book a table and settle in with hundreds of games to choose from, whether you're on a date or out with a group.

The menu runs to hand-made pizzas, cake, cocktails, beer and coffee, all built around long, unhurried sessions at the table. Games cafs like this suit players of all levels, letting you try something new without buying it first, and the shop sells titles to take home or collect on a visit. A membership scheme is available for regulars.

Goodtime Games is a vegetarian and vegan board game cafand shop on Burton Road in West Didsbury, Manchester.

Goodtime Games

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Set in Bristol, Bristol Dojo is a martial arts club welcoming those in and around the city who want to learn and train. It offers a space to develop technique and fitness at a steady pace, whatever your starting point.

Martial arts training is a good way to build coordination, discipline and confidence while getting a proper workout. Many clubs cater for a mix of experience levels, so it is worth getting in touch to find out which sessions might suit you best before you visit.

Bristol Dojo is a martial arts club in Bristol offering training for a range of experience levels.

Bristol Dojo

British Military Martial Arts

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Dance No End is a dance school based in Peterborough. It offers a place for people in the local area to take up dance and develop their skills in a supportive setting.

Dance schools like this generally cater to a range of ages and abilities, from those trying dance for the first time to more experienced dancers looking to build technique and confidence. Sessions are usually led in a group setting, making them a good way to keep active and meet others who share the same interest.

Dance No End is a dance school in Peterborough offering classes for a range of ages and abilities.

Dance No End

DS TAEKWONDO

D&W Coaching

Based in Edinburgh, this is one to one personal training run by Emma, focused on women who want to build strength and confidence. The emphasis is on tailored coaching for those who feel nervous about the gym or are returning to fitness, with an approach built around good technique and workouts that fit around everyday life.

Sessions are designed to go at each person's own pace, celebrating small wins along the way. A free consultation is offered so you can chat things through before starting, making it a gentle way to find out whether one to one coaching suits you.

For women

Free consultation

One to one training

Beginner friendly

Works at your pace

One to one personal training for women in Edinburgh, focused on building strength and confidence at your own pace.

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