Looking for martial arts near Kenilworth? Leamington Martial Arts provides friendly, structured martial arts classes for children, adults, families and complete beginners from Kenilworth and the surrounding area. Our training venue in Harbury is approximately 10–12 miles from Kenilworth, normally around a 20–25 minute drive. Classes focus on confidence, fitness, discipline, coordination, practical martial arts skills and steady personal progress in a welcoming environment.
Our martial arts classes are convenient for people travelling from Kenilworth town centre, Crackley, Abbey Fields, St John's, Burton Green, Stoneleigh, Leek Wootton and Ashow.
Come along, meet John and see if Leamington Martial Arts is right for you.
No experience needed. No commitment to continue.
📍 Venue - Unit 5, Churchlands Industrial Estate, Harbury, CV33 9GX
If you're searching for martial arts classes near Kenilworth, you don't need previous experience to get started. We welcome complete beginners as well as students who have trained before, with separate classes for young children, juniors and adults. Training is structured so you can develop confidence, fitness, coordination and practical skills at a pace that suits you.
Our children's martial arts classes help younger students develop confidence, concentration, coordination, discipline and respect. Lessons are structured around their age and ability, with clear progression as their skills improve.
Adults can improve fitness, movement, confidence and practical martial arts skills through supportive training. Complete beginners are welcome, so you don't need to be fit, flexible or experienced before your first class.
Martial arts can give children and adults something positive to work towards. Our beginner-friendly approach makes it easy to start, learn the fundamentals and progress without feeling under pressure.
People looking for martial arts near Kenilworth often want more than simply learning techniques. Parents may want their child to become more confident, focused or disciplined, while adults may want better fitness, practical self-defence skills or an enjoyable way to stay active. Our classes combine martial arts training with clear instruction, encouragement and steady progression.
Our classes develop practical martial arts ability alongside confidence, fitness, balance, coordination and focus. Students learn through structured exercises and controlled practice, with teaching adapted to their age, experience and stage of development.
Every student starts martial arts for a different reason. Some want to improve fitness or learn practical skills. Others want greater confidence, discipline or focus. And parents often look for an activity that can help their child become more confident, resilient and comfortable facing new challenges.
Our martial arts classes near Kenilworth are structured so beginners can start from the fundamentals rather than feeling expected to keep up with experienced students. Little Dragons and Junior Basics include kick-boxing, while Junior Advanced and Adult classes focus on Wing Chun. Students are encouraged to improve step by step through clear instruction and regular practice.
Sifu John Kelly has trained in Wing Chun for 18 years and has been teaching for the past 15. Before specialising in Wing Chun, he also trained in Karate, Shaolin Kung Fu and Jeet Kune Do, Bruce Lee's martial art, which is heavily influenced by Wing Chun.
He has helped establish multiple Wing Chun schools across the UK and now teaches at the Harbury training venue, within travelling distance of Kenilworth. His approach focuses on structured, practical martial arts training in a friendly environment where children and adults can progress at their own pace.
For children, adults and families travelling from Kenilworth, the aim is simple: provide friendly, organised martial arts training where beginners feel comfortable from their first lesson. Students can develop at their own pace while working towards clear goals in confidence, fitness, discipline and martial arts ability.
New students are guided carefully, with no expectation that they already know what to do.
Students work towards realistic goals and can see how their skills improve over time.
Classes encourage respect, effort and support between students of different abilities.
Techniques and exercises are taught with control, suitable supervision and clear boundaries.
Our Harbury venue is approximately 10–12 miles from Kenilworth and normally around a 20–25 minute drive, making the classes accessible for children and adults travelling from the town and nearby communities.
Visit, meet the instructor and experience a class before deciding whether the club is right for you.
Our martial arts timetable includes dedicated sessions for young children, juniors and adults travelling from Kenilworth and the surrounding area. Classes currently run every Thursday, with Little Dragons, Junior Basics, Junior Advanced and Adult sessions available. Tuesday evening classes are also planned.
5:00pm – 5:30pm
Children aged 4–6 years
5:30pm – 6:15pm
Children aged 7–12 years
6:15pm – 7:00pm
Children aged 7–12 years
7:00pm – 8:30pm
Beginners and experienced students welcome.
Classes currently run every Thursday. Tuesday evening classes are planned and will be announced soon.
If you're considering martial arts near Kenilworth, your first class gives you the chance to experience the training before deciding whether it's right for you. Meet John, see how the classes are structured and try the fundamentals in a friendly environment with no previous martial arts experience required.
Your complimentary first martial arts class introduces you to the fundamentals at a level suitable for your age and experience.
John will explain how the training works, what you will learn as you progress and what to expect if you decide to continue. It's an opportunity to experience the class before making a longer commitment.
Useful answers for new students and parents considering their first class.
No. Our martial arts classes near Kenilworth welcome complete beginners as well as people with previous experience. Lessons are taught step by step, so you can learn the fundamentals at your own pace before moving on to more advanced skills. You don't need previous martial arts knowledge, special equipment or a particular level of fitness to attend your first class.
Children can start with our Little Dragons class from 4 years old. This provides a fun introduction to movement, coordination, listening and simple martial arts skills. Children aged 7–12 can progress through Junior Basics and Junior Advanced classes, where training develops confidence, discipline, coordination, focus and martial arts ability through age-appropriate instruction.
Little Dragons and Junior Basics include kick-boxing, while Junior Advanced and Adult classes focus on Wing Chun. Wing Chun is a practical martial art that develops timing, structure, balance, coordination and controlled technique. Training is adapted to the student's age and experience, with clear progression from fundamental skills through to more advanced practice.
Yes. We provide martial arts classes for children from age 4 upwards at our Harbury venue near Kenilworth. Younger children begin with Little Dragons, followed by Junior Basics and Junior Advanced as they develop. Classes help children work on confidence, concentration, coordination, discipline, respect and physical skills in a structured and supportive environment.
Yes. Adult beginners are welcome and no previous martial arts experience is required. Some adults start because they want to improve fitness, others want greater confidence or practical skills, and some simply want an enjoyable new activity. Training begins with the fundamentals and progresses gradually as your understanding, movement and ability develop.
No. You don't need to get fit before starting martial arts. Classes allow beginners to work at an appropriate level while gradually developing fitness, balance, coordination, movement and stamina. Your fitness can improve alongside your martial arts ability rather than being something you need before your first lesson.
Yes. Children do not need to arrive confident or outgoing. The classes provide clear structure and encouragement without expecting every child to progress in exactly the same way. Learning new skills, working towards achievable goals and becoming familiar with the class can help children develop confidence naturally over time.
Classes take place at Unit 5, Churchlands Industrial Estate, Harbury, CV33 9GX. The venue is approximately 10–12 miles from Kenilworth and normally around a 20–25 minute drive. We welcome children and adults travelling from Kenilworth town centre and surrounding areas including Crackley, Abbey Fields, St John's, Burton Green, Stoneleigh, Leek Wootton and Ashow. Parking is available close to the venue.
Yes. Parking is available close to the Harbury training venue, making it straightforward for parents bringing children to class and adults travelling from Kenilworth after work. Full venue and arrival information can be provided when you arrange your complimentary trial class.
Comfortable sports clothing such as a T-shirt with jogging bottoms or shorts is suitable for your first martial arts class. You don't need to buy a martial arts uniform before trying a lesson. If you decide to continue training, John will explain what clothing or equipment you need.
Prices depend on the class and membership option you choose. Your first class is complimentary, giving you the opportunity to experience the training before deciding whether you want to continue. Contact John Kelly for current class prices and membership information.
Yes. Parents are welcome to stay and watch children's classes, particularly while a new student is becoming familiar with the environment. It also gives parents an opportunity to see how lessons are structured, how techniques are taught and how children are encouraged to progress.
Most new students can make steady progress by attending regularly once a week. Consistent training gives you time to practise and understand each stage before moving forward. Additional training can be considered as more classes become available, but regular attendance and good-quality practice are more important than simply training as often as possible.
Gradings provide clear goals and recognise progress through regular training. John assesses each student's development before recommending them for their next grading, so progression is based on being ready rather than simply how long someone has attended. Commitment, technique, attitude, understanding and consistent improvement all contribute to progress.
Contact John Kelly on 07557 981 879 or use the email button on this page to arrange your complimentary trial class. John can recommend the appropriate session based on the student's age and experience, answer any questions and provide the information you need before travelling from Kenilworth to the Harbury venue.
Our Harbury venue is normally around a 20–25 minute drive from Kenilworth and provides structured martial arts classes for children, juniors and adults. Training combines practical skills with confidence, fitness, discipline, coordination and personal development. Complete beginners are welcome, and your complimentary first class gives you the chance to experience the teaching and atmosphere before deciding whether to continue.
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Looking for martial arts near Kenilworth? Our friendly martial arts classes welcome children, adults, families and complete beginners travelling from Kenilworth and surrounding areas including Burton Green, Stoneleigh, Leek Wootton, Ashow and Crackley. Whether your goal is to improve confidence, fitness, discipline, focus, coordination or practical self-defence skills, every class is designed to help you make steady progress in a safe, supportive and enjoyable environment.
Our martial arts classes near Kenilworth are suitable for different ages and abilities. Children's classes help young students build confidence, concentration, respect and resilience while developing coordination and self-control. Adult classes combine practical Wing Chun training with improved fitness, balance, movement and confidence, making them suitable for complete beginners as well as people with previous martial arts experience.
Many people searching for martial arts near Kenilworth want more than simply learning techniques. Parents may be looking for an activity that helps their children become more confident, disciplined and focused. Adults often want to improve fitness, reduce stress, develop practical skills or simply enjoy learning something new. Students from central Kenilworth, St John's, Abbey Fields and nearby areas can train at their own pace with clear instruction and structured progression.
Our training venue in Harbury is approximately 10–12 miles from Kenilworth, around a 20–25 minute drive. Students regularly travel from areas including Burton Green, Crackley, Stoneleigh, Leek Wootton and Ashow. This gives families and adults around Kenilworth another option when looking for friendly, structured martial arts training within a reasonable journey from home.
Wing Chun is a practical martial art that focuses on efficiency, timing, structure and controlled technique rather than strength alone. Training develops confidence, discipline, balance, coordination and practical skills while providing an enjoyable way to stay active. Every lesson follows a structured programme so students can understand their progress as their skills develop.
Whether you're searching for martial arts near Kenilworth, Wing Chun near Kenilworth, children's martial arts, adult martial arts or beginner martial arts classes, you'll receive experienced coaching in a welcoming environment. Students from Kenilworth town centre, Abbey Fields, St John's, Burton Green and the surrounding area are encouraged to learn at a pace that suits their experience and ability.
If you're looking for martial arts classes near Kenilworth that combine professional instruction with a friendly atmosphere, book a complimentary trial class. Meet the instructor, experience a lesson first-hand and see whether our martial arts training is right for you or your child.
Leamington Martial Arts welcomes children, adults and families from across the local area, including Leamington Spa, Warwick, Coventry, Rugby, Southam, Stratford-upon-Avon and surrounding areas.
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