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Witham, Essex · 4.6 ★ from 30 Google reviews

Six Martial Arts. One Academy.

Kickboxing, Muay Thai, No Gi Grappling, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kali and Jeet Kune Do — taught by an award-winning team with over forty years of experience. No experience needed. Your first class is free.

40+
Years Experience
6+
Arts Under One Roof
19
Classes Every Week
Getting Started

4 Simple Steps to Begin

From first click to first class: here's exactly what to expect.

01

Book Your Free Trial

Fill in the form or give us a call. We'll answer your questions and find the right class for you. Free 30-minute introduction, no obligation.

02

Meet Your Instructor

Your free 30-minute introduction walks you through the basics one-to-one, so you never feel thrown in at the deep end. All questions answered.

03

Try a Real Class

Join a beginner-friendly class and experience the academy's famously welcoming, ego-free atmosphere for yourself. No equipment needed.

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Find Your Art

With six-plus martial arts under one roof, train in one discipline or explore them all as you progress through the ranks.

Our Classes

Find Your Martial Art

Kickboxing

Kickboxing

An excellent full-body workout and one of the fastest ways to build real self-defence skills. No requirement to compete.

Monday · 6:00 PM
Tuesday · 6:00 PM
Wednesday · 6:00 PM
Thursday · 5:00 PM
Thursday · 6:00 PM
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Muay Thai

Muay Thai

The famous 'Art of Eight Limbs' — knees, elbows, hands and legs in one of the most effective striking systems in the world.

Monday · 6:00 PM
Tuesday · 6:00 PM
Wednesday · 6:00 PM
Thursday · 5:00 PM
Thursday · 6:00 PM
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Mixed Martial Arts

No Gi Grappling

Submission grappling without the gi — takedowns, positional control and submissions drawn from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Sombo and Judo, at a faster pace.

Friday · 6:00 PM
Saturday · 10:00 AM
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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Technique and leverage to subdue any opponent, big or small. The great equaliser — skill, timing and position over strength.

Tue/Thu · 8:00 PM
Wednesday · 7:30 PM
Friday · 6:00 PM
Saturday · 8:15 AM
Saturday · 10:00 AM
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Filipino Martial Arts (Kali)

Filipino Martial Arts (Kali)

One of the most complete arts it is possible to study, taught via the world-renowned Dan Inosanto method.

Tuesday · 7:00 PM
Thursday · 7:00 PM
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Jeet Kune Do / Jun Fan Gung Fu

Jeet Kune Do / Jun Fan Gung Fu

Bruce Lee's art — Jun Fan Wing Chun and Jun Fan Kickboxing with Kung Fu, Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Wrestling and Fencing.

Tuesday · 6:00 PM
Thursday · 6:00 PM
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The Team

Meet the Instructors

Led by Sifu Laurence Sandum — an award-winning instructor with over forty years in the arts, trained under legends including Guro Dan Inosanto — alongside a senior team of black belt instructors.

Laurence Sandum

Laurence Sandum

Sifu & Head Instructor

Over forty years in the arts, trained under Guro Dan Inosanto and a 'Who's Who' of world instructors. Winner of 'Instructor of the Year' and 'Top Martial Arts School of the Year'.

David Farmer

David Farmer

Full Instructor

5th Degree Black Belt in Filipino Martial Arts (Kali) and Jun Fan Gung Fu, 3rd Degree in Kickboxing, Brown Belt in Judo and Blue Belt in Gracie Jiu Jitsu.

Paul Cudmore

Paul Cudmore

Instructor · Royce Gracie Certified Black Belt

Over 43 years across Shotokan Karate, Lau Gar Kung Fu, Kickboxing, Kapatiran Arnis and 4D Combatives — and personally tested and certified by Royce Gracie in 2019.

Peter Baker

Peter Baker

Instructor

Peter supports classes across the academy, helping every student get the most out of their training.

Testimonials

Real Results, Real People

I was really blown away by how friendly everyone was. Super supportive… best of all it keeps me fit.
Natalie Pearson
It's good for mental health awareness, anything you want to do as you approach that age where you're looking for something new… I implore you to come.
Steve Smith
There's no egos here, nice and friendly, obviously you're learning your skills, you're getting conditioning.
Scott Robertson

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