Martial Arts in Bristol
There are DOZENS of martial arts classes in Bristol for you to get involved in!
Joining martial arts classes in Bristol is great for building confidence in speaking and listening, as well as making new international friends!
Below you will find four centres offering classes in various martial arts in Bristol. You will find classes in MMA, Kickboxing, Boxing, Jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, Wrestling, Striking/Sparring and Kung Fu. Scroll on for Karate, Judo and Tae Kwando classes in Bristol.
Bristol Martial Arts Academy
Location: Hengrove (about 1hr by bus from Clifton)
Cost: Prices vary depending on class
Info: Mixed martial arts and boxing classes for all levels and ages. Women-only classes available.
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Red Dragons Martial Arts
Location: Bishopston/Henleaze/Horfield/Yate (from 30mins by bus to 1hr by bus from Clifton)
Cost: Free trial session, then membership prices vary
Info: Kickboxing for all ages. Women-only classes available.
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Sweat Box Gym
Location: Bedminster (about 45mins by bus from Clifton)
Cost: Various membership options starting at £50/month which allows for 2 X martial arts classes/week
Info: Boxing; Jiu-Jitsu; MMA; Muay Thai; Wrestling; Striking/Sparring
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Epic Martial Arts
Location: Brislington, Lyde Green and Bradley Stroke (all about 1hr by bus from Clifton)
Cost: Some free taster sessions available, then prices vary on membership options
Info: Kickboxing; Boxing; Kung Fu; Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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Karate Classes in Bristol
Bristol Karate Academy
Location: Long Ashton/Nailsea/Backwell/Westbury on Trym (all reachable via bus)
Cost: Various, depending on the type of class
Info: Offering mixed age (adult and child), beginners and advanced classes throughout the week, depending on venue. Trial sessions available.
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JCK Karate
Location: Redland (about 30mins from school on foot)
Cost: Free trials available, then you must join to become a member
Info: Tuesday and Thursday classes available for adults.
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The Karate Bristol Dojos
Location: Coalpit Heath and Frampton Cotterell (1hr-1hr 30mins by bus from Clifton)
Cost: 2 X free trials, then you have to join as a member
Info: Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturdays for classes, which range from beginner to advanced.
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Bristol Karate Club
Location: Totterdown (about 45mins from Clifton by bus, 1hr walking)
Cost: £5/person
Info: Tuesdays and Fridays (Tuesdays for beginners) – no membership required, it’s pay as you go. All levels of class available.
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Taekwondo Classes in Bristol
Russ Martin’s Taekwondo
Location: Bradley Stoke/Hengrove/Ashton Park (Ashton Park is about 45mins by bus, the others are 1hr+ by bus; you can walk to Ashton Park in about an hour.
Cost: First month is FREE; £43/month after that (or £48/month if paying in cash)
Info: They recommend 2 classes/week for full taekwondo training. Gradings are available at £28 every three months. Tuesdays and Fridays at Ashton Park School; 6:10pm – 7:30pm
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Bristol Taekwondo
Location: Westbury on Trym and Stoke Gifford (24mins by bus, 44mins walking; 1hr by bus for Stoke Gifford
Cost: First two lessons for free; contact them for an information pack to book and see up-to-date prices
Info: Mondays and Thursdays at Westbury on Trym, 7pm-7:55pm; Tuesdays and Fridays at Stoke Gifford, 7pm-7:55pm (T) and 6pm-6:55pm (F)
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North Bristol Taekwon-do
Location: Chipping Sodbury (1hr 40mins by bus)
Cost: First two classes for free; £36/month after that
Info: Wednesdays, 7:30pm-9pm; Sundays, 11am-12pm. Grading available for a fee, license fee after first two lessons (there is a cost for the license fee).
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Judo Classes in Bristol
Japan Arts Centre PSUK Judo Centre
Location: Redcliffe (30mins by bus, 45mins walking from Clifton)
Cost: First four weeks FREE for beginners; those with experience pay £5/class or £30/month
Info: Mondays and Wednesdays, 8pm-9:30pm
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Patchway Judo Club
Location: Patchway (40mins by bus from Clifton)
Cost: £4.50/session (non-members); £3.50/session (members); £15/year membership
Info: Thursdays (7:45pm-9pm) and Saturdays (11:30am-1pm). British Judo License required after 4th lesson.
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Bedminster Judokwai
Location: Ashton Vale (30mins by bus, 1hr walking from Clifton) and Hengrove Park (1hr 15mins by bus from Clifton)
Cost: Free taster session; £6/session after free taster
Info: Tuesdays at Ashton Vale (7:30pm-8:30pm); Saturdays at Hengrove Park (11:30pm-1pm)
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Aikido Classes in Bristol
Tenchikan Aikido Dojo
Location: St. George (50mins by bus from Clifton)
Cost: £40/year annual membership fee to cover insurance. 1 practice/week £30/month; 2 practices/week £50/month
Info: Insurance is required to practice with them. Mondays, 7:30pm-9pm; Thursdays 8pm-9:30pm
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Aikido Kaashikoi
Location: Bedminster (40mins by bus from Clifton; 50mins walking)
Cost: £10/class via monthly subscription
Info: Mondays (7pm-9pm); Tuesdays (7:30pm-9:30pm)
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Bristol Redland Ki Aikido Club
Location: Redland (11mins by bus, 15mins walking from Clifton)
Cost: £18/month/student; £24/month/non-student (for 4/5 weekly classes)
Info: Sunday evenings, 5:40pm-8pm. Must be registered with KFGB – first month membership includes this cost.
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Bristol North Aikido
Location: Lockleaze (30mins by bus, 1hr 15mins walking from Clifton)
Cost: £5.50/class/student; £5/class/U18; £35/month unlimited classes; £30/month 2 classes/week; £19/month 1 class/week
Info: Mondays and Thursdays (8pm-9:20pm)
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