Best Martial Arts and Combat Sports Classes in Bournemouth
Handpicked from 54 vetted & reviewed Martial Arts Training gyms in the Bournemouth area, explore the top 5 leaders in their field among the selected group of 24 finalists.
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Top-rated companies A-Z in Bournemouth
=natural Elements School of Tai Chi
Ippon Gym
Nokemono Judokwai
Phoenix M M A
Wassmuffin Martial Arts Academy
Prominent finalists A-Z in Bournemouth
Academy of Shaolin Kung Fu
Applied Karate Academy
B-Unit Krav Maga
Bournemouth Kanku Karate Club
Dorset Choi Kwang Do
Fight Focused Krav Maga
Inner Strength Martial Arts
KMA Sports Academy
Lun Kuen Academy of Wing Chun
MKG Bournemouth
Mike Bushell Martial Arts Academy
Muscliffe Karate Academy
Poole Ki Aikido Club
Ringwood Martial Arts Academy
Sasquatch Studios
Thai Works Gym
The Black Belt Academy
Tier 1 Martial Arts
Wing Chun Bournemouth
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Wassmuffin Martial Arts Academy
(28)
Train
Fitness
Classes
“I have been doing ladies Thai fit classes for over a year now, I am totally addicted! Great instructors, encouraging u and giving you the confidence to get fitter, I have never felt so good.”
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Ippon Gym
(30)
Family
BJJ
Environment
“Jeff and the team are great. Any level welcome. While in Bournemouth I have attended classes of BJJ. As a National Judo Medalist I was quick to learn so much I already hadn't seen and didn't know. This gym improves your fitness and performance and yo...”
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Nokemono Judokwai
(9)
“I trained with this club for years and was able to develop confidence, respect, discipline and fitness as a teenager. This is a safe space for people to work together to develop essential life skills and have lots of fun. You are encouraged to try ne...”
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=natural Elements School of Tai Chi
(4)
Learn
“Fantastic atmosphere, full of lovely people and great teaching. A wonderful place to learn martial arts, from kick boxing and self defence to traditional Chinese weapons. Really would recommend this for all ages and abilities, the teachers are fantas...”
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Phoenix M M A
(28)
MMA
Family
Learn
“Great place, great people, great coaches, friendly, helpful, kind , I have a very happy son who has grown in confidence in just weeks and ability. What more could you ask for ..excited for his future.”
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“Great way to keep fit, learn new skills in a friendly atmosphere, first session is free, so pop and give it a try”
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KMA Sports Academy
(6)
Coach
“Coach Des has copious amounts of patience and drive. He teaches kids in various age ranges mindfulness, confidence and discipline - framed by games and fitness exercises. He is great in understanding and handling the individual needs of the kids - my...”
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Muscliffe Karate Academy
(2)
“This is the place for your kids. Sensei Gary is an expert in martial skills and your child will grow in confidence.”
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Inner Strength Martial Arts
(8)
Team
“My son jack has been at the muscliff school Ismaa class for 2 years and still loves it,Shaun and his team of instructors do an outstanding job.
Highly recommended 👍👍”
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Poole Ki Aikido Club
(2)
“Amazing club, highly recommended.”
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Academy of Shaolin Kung Fu
(1)
“Went to this club for years and it was always great! Atmosphere is great, instructors are friendly and professional, and the style is both very efficient and disciplined.”
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Dorset Choi Kwang Do
(3)
“Awesome martial art Choi kwang do Pil Seung”
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Ringwood Martial Arts Academy
“He has been a member of Wutan since 1988 and has been teaching for the past 25 years. During his time as an instructor, he has trained a number of regional, and British Champions and was the first to train a British fighter to become a European Champ...”
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Bournemouth Kanku Karate Club
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B-Unit Krav Maga
(13)
To Learn
Kicks
Confidence
“Only started Krav a few months ago and I have never felt more welcome and comfortable within a group of people.
A great challenge with an incredible atmosphere.
I highly recommend B-Unit🤘🏼”
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Tier 1 Martial Arts
(16)
Learn
Experienced
Environment
“I went as this was a Young Carers event. Phil Norman is an excellent trainer with years of experience and a nice guy to boot. His natural ability with young people and infinite patience was shown through the 5hr event.
The gym is equipped well and ...”
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Applied Karate Academy
(17)
Knowledge
Students
Skills
“Recommend this club, that has been adapting superbly to current zoom teaching and building on the knowledge of previous years. Family friendly and great progression opportunities for pupils.”
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Thai Works Gym
(17)
Competition
Coaches
Skills
“Been training at Thai works for a while now. I was very nervous on my first visit but was made to feel welcome straight away. Very good instruction, always new skills to learn, a great way to keep fit and let off some steam. Mark and Dave know their ...”
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Sasquatch Studios
(30)
Environment
Train
Family
“Started off with taking my son here and he absolutely loves it, it's all he talks about when he is not there.
It was that great I decided to join myself. All the instructors are really knowledgeable and great fun. And the other members are really we...”
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MKG Bournemouth
(8)
Train
“Fantastic place to train! They offer a range of martial arts like Muay Thai Kickboxing, Kali (fighting with weapons) and JKD (Jeet Kune Do). Really good and experienced, friendly instructors who are always happy to give advice.”
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Fight Focused Krav Maga
(5)
Self Defence
“About 4 years ago I signed up for a free Krav Maga trial with John.
In an hour I learned more about self defence than I had in my whole life. This was right up my street! I signed up that night.
Since then I've learned to challenge myself, to c...”
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Lun Kuen Academy of Wing Chun
(2)
“I train every Thursday. Excellent teacher. Excellent class. Come and meet friendly students and grow in knowledge and wisdom.”
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Mike Bushell Martial Arts Academy
(2)
“A very good karate club,my two boys 8and10 yrs both attended,they go to mikes other clubs and enjoy them all.
I find mike very dedicated to his clubs,and students which inspires his students to do their best.”
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The Black Belt Academy
(12)
Life
“The Black Belt Academy has been amazing for my family and I for many years now. It's given our children determination, confidence and self respect, whilst the adult lessons have been fantastic - I couldn't recommend it more.”
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