FAQs
We have 24 instructors who have a variety of experience in a wide range of different martial arts, self defence systems, boxing, etc. You will train under various instructors who have different specialisms.
We train in a safe and controlled way. All classes begin with a thorough warm up and full body stretch designed to keep you safe. Whilst the classes do involve contact there is very little chance of any of our students getting hurt and the lessons are very safe. All of our instructors are first aid trained.
For your first couple of lessons you only need to wear suitable gym clothing i.e. shorts, leggings, track suit bottoms and a tshirt or vest. Bring a bottle of water and some people like to bring a towel. Children under 16 need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian on their first visit.
Please see the separate Memberships section above for full details.
There are no additional extras other than the option of gradings, which are not compulsory, and the uniform which costs £38 including your first belt, branded tshirt and trousers.
The uniform is completely optional for the over 13s and you don’t have to buy the uniform in the first 6 weeks.
Please click on the FREE TWO WEEK TRIAL link in the top right hand corner of this page or give us a call on 0151 601 5455. We’ll answer any questions you might have and invite you along for a FREE TWO WEEK TRIAL to meet the instructors, staff, other members and to try out the free classes.
No prior experience is needed. Our instructors are experienced at teaching at all levels. Most of our new students start with no prior martial arts experience. Those with more experience are also welcome. Our members have a wide variety of experience, across a range of ages, so there is always a suitable class for everyone.
Once you are a member we ask that all students, who are 13 or under, to wear the official club trousers and branded tshirt which can be bought for £38. We provide all of the other equipment although some people prefer to purchase their own boxing gloves and headguard.
Please click this link to see our timetable for full details Timetable
Yes, we have a large and active female membership both within the mixed classes and ladies only classes. It is a friendly and welcoming club and actively promoting training and courses for women is a big part of the club and our culture. Eight of our instructors are female.
We carefully monitor membership numbers and class sizes to make sure there is ample space and everyone gets adequate tuition.
We accept children from 4 years of age. Children remain in our dedicated Little Lions class until the age of 7 before progressing into the higher levels.
There is no minimum requirement as we understand life is busy. We do however encourage people to come twice a week, if not more, to progress at a quick rate.
No! We have people who start in their 70’s. No one is too old. Everyone is welcome regardless of their stamina, strength, weight or athletic ability. We are an inclusive club and want to encourage everyone to come and try a free class.
No, we are fully insured.
Yes, our classes operate all year except we close between Christmas and New Year.
Yes, there is free parking, changing rooms, showers and toilets at all of the locations.
All classes are for one hour apart from the Little Lions class which is for 30 minutes.
We have between 7 and 9 instructors at each class. We aim for a ratio of 1 instructor for every 3 Little Lions (4, 5 and 6 year olds) and a ratio of 1 instructor for each 5 members in every other class.
