Kids' classes
Martial arts for kids near you
712 of the 895 gyms we list run kids' classes. Find one in your city and compare starting ages, kids' prices and free trials, checked against each gym's own website.
- 712gyms run kids' classes
- 50UK cities
- Age 2youngest starting age listed
- 338of them offer a free trial
Kids' classes by city
- London122 gyms
- Birmingham30 gyms
- Leeds23 gyms
- Glasgow22 gyms
- Bristol18 gyms
- Liverpool18 gyms
- Nottingham18 gyms
- Swindon18 gyms
- Cardiff17 gyms
- Manchester17 gyms
- Sheffield16 gyms
- Edinburgh15 gyms
- Plymouth15 gyms
- Coventry14 gyms
- Milton Keynes14 gyms
- Cambridge13 gyms
- Bournemouth12 gyms
- Bradford12 gyms
- Brighton12 gyms
- Derby12 gyms
- Exeter12 gyms
- Leicester12 gyms
- Reading12 gyms
- Southampton12 gyms
- Stockport12 gyms
- Wolverhampton12 gyms
- Belfast11 gyms
- Bolton11 gyms
- Chelmsford11 gyms
- Luton11 gyms
- Norwich11 gyms
- Huddersfield10 gyms
- Ipswich10 gyms
- Newcastle10 gyms
- Peterborough10 gyms
- Preston10 gyms
- Swansea10 gyms
- Doncaster8 gyms
- Northampton8 gyms
- Oxford8 gyms
- Aberdeen7 gyms
- Chester7 gyms
- Hull7 gyms
- Lincoln7 gyms
- Portsmouth7 gyms
- Watford7 gyms
- Colchester6 gyms
- Newport5 gyms
- Warrington5 gyms
- York5 gyms
Kids' classes by martial art
| Martial art | Gyms with kids' classes | Youngest age listed | Kids' monthly prices published |
|---|---|---|---|
| BJJ | 294 | 2 | £10–£210 |
| Boxing | 272 | 2 | £10–£99 |
| Kickboxing | 297 | 2 | £10–£99 |
| Muay Thai | 205 | 2 | £10–£99 |
| MMA | 195 | 2 | £10–£99 |
Prices are the cheapest kids' monthly plan each gym publishes. Most gyms don't publish kids' prices online.
Choosing a class for your child
- Check the age group. Most gyms split kids' classes by age, so make sure there's a class for your child's age, not just "kids".
- Book a trial first. Watching or joining one class shows you the coaching, the pace and whether your child enjoys it.
- Ask about safeguarding. Ask whether coaches working with children are DBS checked and how the club handles first aid.
- Ask what contact there is. Find out when, and whether, children spar, and what protective kit they need.
- Ask about the cost. Check the monthly fee, any joining or licence fee, and the cost of a uniform or gloves.
Kids' martial arts: common questions
What age can children start martial arts?
Of the 424 gyms that list ages, the youngest start at 2, and the most common starting age is 4. Classes are usually split by age, for example little ones, juniors and teens.
How much do kids' martial arts classes cost?
226 gyms publish a monthly kids' price: from £10 to £210, and £44 in the middle. The other 486 don't publish one, so ask when you book a trial.
Can my child try a class for free?
338 of the 712 gyms with kids' classes offer a free trial. Gym pages show the trial details from the gym's own website.
Which martial art is best for a child?
It depends on your child. BJJ has no punches or kicks, which some parents prefer for younger children. Boxing, kickboxing and Muay Thai build fitness and coordination through pad work. A free trial is the easiest way to see whether they enjoy it.
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