Getting Started - Beginners

Welcome! The Academy is an incredibly friendly place so you'll feel at home in no time. We have regular six week foundation classes suitable for beginners.

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There are three ways of joining the club. Paying your fees Annually, six monthly or monthly which is the most popular. For the foundation course your initial training fee is £160 which includes six weeks training. This includes your training twice per week in the foundation classes plus any number of other recommended classes you'd like to take, plus free bag gloves, a club t-shirt, and hand wraps and a years martial arts insurance, all you need to get started. The classes are two one hour sessions per week at 7.30 on a Tuesday and Thursday.

Monthly training fees. After completing the foundation course or joining after an assessment monthly training fees are £75 per month payable by direct debit. This entitles you to more than twenty classes per week from which to choose. Please note we don't put people on contracts or tie them in, in any way. You are free to leave at any time

On the foundation course you'll learn all the basic kickboxing and JKD skills plus realistic self defence moves. We normally get beginners to venture out and try other classes after their first month however if you want to stay in these classes then that's fine. There's no pressure, go at the pace you can handle..

These courses are very popular so to avoid disappointment reserve your place in plenty of time.You can secure your place by downloading an application form from this site and sending it in with your fee, or even better contact us on the phone or come in and say hello.

Frequently asked questions:

What should I wear? You must wear the Bob Breen T-shirt provided and loose, comfortable jogging trousers or shorts and trainers.

Do I need any equipment? All the basic equipment you will need for our chosen Beginners Introductory Programme is included in your initial payment.

Am I fit enough? An average level of fitness is required. You will be asked to fill in a simple health questionnaire which will alert us to any major problems, but if you have and concerns, please ask and we will be happy to advise you.

Can I train in any of the other classes? During the first month in addition to the beginners classes you can take part in any of the weaponry (stick fighting and knife defence classes) In following months you can do up to nineteen classes per week..

What happens at the end of the course? Towards the end of your Beginners introductory programme you will be given a choice of classes that we recommend to continue your progress at a time to suit you. Do these recommended classes to start as they cover the fundamentals strongly. We have a core grading syllabus 'the academy blend' derived from five different martial arts in which you can grade up to black belt and beyond. Join our other world class black belts!. Any of the staff instructors will be happy to give you advice on ways to progress and be happy to help you in any way you need.