Find the martial art that suits you
With so many styles, choosing a martial art can feel overwhelming. A general martial arts instructor introduces the core skills common to many disciplines, like stance, striking, blocking, balance and respect, and helps you discover whether you prefer the striking of karate and taekwondo, the throws of judo or the groundwork of BJJ.
Who it’s for
Children starting their first martial art (booked by a parent or guardian), adults exploring options, families who want to train together, and people returning after years away.
What a session looks like
A warm-up, fundamentals of stance and movement, basic strikes and blocks, partner drills and a short introduction to forms or self-defence, finishing with stretching and a focus exercise.
Where you can train
At home, in the garden, in a park or at a hired hall.
What to bring
Comfortable clothes, bare feet on mats or trainers outdoors, and water.
Martial Arts FAQs
Which martial art is best for kids?
Karate, taekwondo and judo are popular first choices. A martial arts instructor can help you see which suits your child’s personality.
Can adults start martial arts later in life?
Absolutely. Sessions are adapted to your fitness and flexibility, and adults often progress quickly with one-to-one coaching.
Are Trainow martial arts coaches verified?
Yes. Before a coach goes live, Trainow reviews their identity, qualifications and insurance, plus safeguarding and DBS checks for anyone coaching children. Every session is rated by real people, so you can see how a coach performs before you book.