helping people reach their true potential

What are the days and times?

Our Street Sense Self Defence classes run every Monday 6:30pm - 7:30pm and every Friday 7pm - 8pm.

I have never done Self Classes before will I like it?

Our Street Sense Self Defence Programme has been specially designed to not only provide essential self defence skills, but also build awareness of your surroundings to stay safe. Each class is personally taught by our fully qualified and registered self defence instructor – Paul Loughlin 2nd Dan. Paul has been specifically trained to ensure that everybody has a great time every class.

Beginners are welcome to start anytime

Why should I choose Bristol Martial Arts Academy?

Most Martial Arts classes are run in school halls and community centres…We have a fully equipped Martial Arts studio. As you would expect our facility is safe, clean, and uses only the most professional equipment, including Olympic quality training mats and industry approved training aids to ensure that everybody gets a great work out in a safe and productive environment. We also have a large free secure car park.

Nationally certified instructors

Our instructors are nationally certified and CRB checked. They also participate in numerous continuing education seminars throughout the year in order to bring fresh ideas and cutting edge instruction to our sessions. Our energised instructors ensure that our sessions are a fun learning experience. Paul Loughlin is a certified instructor and member of the Cobra Martial Arts Association a respected national governing body of Martial Arts in the UK. All classes are certified by Cobra Self Defence UK. 

  How do I get started?