Martial Arts, Fitness &Junior Leadership Academy

My eldest started training at the start of the year then a couple of months later at the young age of 42 I started (I thought I must be mad in all honesty). But I've not regretted it in the slightest, they're are extremely welcoming and incredibly patient (they've had to be with me ha ha). No egos no one knocking you down, everyone from the white belts through to junior and senior black belts are there to help, laugh and encourage you, ok and take the mickey at times too. Can not recommend Jo...

My son started at age 9 and he's 12 now. He has thoroughly enjoyed his time there and is progressing well. The team are very dedicated to their students and put in 100%effort and determination. His focus, confidence, assertiveness and ambition has greatly improved over the past 3 years. Keep up the good work!

My daughter has been attending the classes for the past 2-3 years and has progressed nicely. I love the fact that they encourage everyone to take part in competitions regardless to the belt colour or abilities. And I love flexibility so if you can't make it to your lesson you can go on an alternative days but because of that sometimes there are quite a few students turning up in one day which makes teaching/practising a bit difficult. I would recommend them to anyone who is looking for a teac...

Our eldest son attended this school for over 3 years. Initially he was very shy and lacked self confidence. After a matter of weeks of martial arts training with John Ward, there was a very noticeable change. He became very keen to learn more and his confidence grew immensely. The class is informative and students are encouraged to do well. The gradings happen for different belts only when John Ward thinks you’ll do well. He is 100% behind his students and he also does demonstration days, ope...

I take my 2 boys (6 and 8 years old) here every week. their progression is really good. They have goals and most important they can achieve the goals with John and Angela. They have made good friends within the school which pushes them to all grow in the martial art together. There is no pressure to compete they just have a great time. There are yearly tournaments that basically are a measure of how well they are getting on along with other clubs from the North West. These are a great da...