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MARTIAL ARTS, KICKBOXING AND SELF DEFENCE CLASSES IN CHELTENHAM?
Find out why so many people in CHELTENHAM turn to Combined Defensive Arts for their self defence and fitness training.
FIND OUT HOW WE CAN HELP
Interested in self defence or Kickboxing for you or your child? BUT are uncertain if is right for you?
DOES THIS SOUND FAMILIAR?
Worried about getting hurt or not being fit enough?
Are you (or your child) hesitant because martial arts seems intense, and you're concerned about fitness level or safety?
Afraid you’ll feel out of place or be judged?
Do you worry about walking into a class and feeling self-conscious, whether it’s you or your child starting as a beginner?
Think you won’t have time to keep up with classes?
Does a busy schedule make you wonder if you (or your child, we know how busy kids are these days!)
can realistically commit to regular training?
Don't Worry, We Can Help!
We understand your concerns
This is why when we created CDA our goal was to create a club that we would want to attend.
Our classes are designed to be safe and beginner-friendly, no matter your fitness level. We gradually increase the intensity, so you build strength and confidence at a pace that feels right for you.
You don’t have to be in top shape to start—you’ll build fitness over time, with the support of experienced instructors.
CDA is known as one of the friendliest clubs around! Our welcoming community includes beginners and experienced students training together in a supportive, judgment-free environment.
You’ll feel comfortable from day one, and you can try a free trial class to see how easy it is to fit in here.
While our programs do involve committing to a certain number of classes per week, we make it flexible by running classes six days a week.
This way, you can pick the times that work best for you, making it easier to fit martial arts training into your schedule. You’ll be able to build skills consistently without struggling to find time for classes.
We pride ourselves on offering:
A friendly a welcoming training environment
Committed and skilled staff members
A vibrant and fun community
Goal focused training to meet all needs
Classes 6 days a week, getting to training is easy
Flexible payment plans
SOUNDS GOOD RIGHT?
Let us help you achieve your goals and become the best person you can be, mentally, emotionally and physically.
CDA IS HERE FOR YOU!
Interested in booking a trial then click the button below.
Interested in finding out more then read on.
STEP 1
CHOOSE YOUR PROGRAMME
STEP 2
BOOK YOUR TRIAL
STEP 3
WE WILL WELCOME YOU SOON!
KICKBOXING
JOIN OUR BUZZING ADULTS CLASSES AND LEARN THE EXCIITING ART OF KICKBOXING
CDA's Kickboxing classes focus on stand-up punching and kicking techniques from American kickboxing, Muay Thai, Savate and Taekwondo/Karate.
We can train you for competitions, fitness or just for the fun of it!
Our classes are suitable for all levels, and are a fun mix of pad drills, partner work and sparring!
STREET SELF DEFENCE
LEARN HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR LOVED ONES IN THESE PRACTICAL AND FUN ADULT CLASSES
Our Street Self Defence programme offers realistic and practical skills, tactics and strategies to keep you and your loved ones safe.
If you want to learn how to look after yourself and stay safe then this is the class for you.
CARDIO KICKBOXING
BORED OF THE GYM? THEN THESE KICKBOXING INSPIRED FITNESS CLASSES ARE FOR YOU!
Cardio K-Box is our kickboxing based fitness programme, fast paced, and high energy HIIT sessions to get you fighting fit. There is no contact other than on the pads, and it is a safe and fun place to train.
JUNIORS KICKBOXING
FOR 9YEARS UPWARDS THESE ARE PERFECT CLASSES TO KEEP YOUR KIDS FOCUSED, DISCIPLINED AND ACTIVE!
We are all about developing the martial arts skills of our students through fun and engaging drills and exercises. We focus more on sparring, grappling and stick work at this age as the likely need of the skills we teach them is increased.
We have a full grading syllabus, regular sparring sessions and good hard physical workouts.
These are our busiest classes and we have children that have been with us for years mixed with complete beginners.
LITTLE NINJAS
FOR 6 - 9 YEARS THESE ARE PERFECT CLASSES TO KEEP YOUR KIDS FOCUSED, DISCIPLINED AND ACTIVE!
We still play plenty of games to help develop core skills and the children work at their own pace building confidence and ability. Everything is handled in an age appropriate way, as we deal with subjects of bullying and self defence.
The children really have a great time and we are blown away by how quickly they learn and how skilled some of them are at this age, they are a joy to teach.
NINJA SKILLS
FOR 3 - 5 YEARS THESE ARE FUN FAST PACED CLASSES TO BUILD YOUR LITTLE ONES CONFIDENCE!
We work on balance, coordination, respect, listening, and of course lots of awesome ninja skills.
The classes are 30 mins and parents can join in with the little ones to help them find their way.
We see children massively grow in confidence in this class, and when they move up to the older class you can see a huge difference in their skills and abilities compared to the other children.
KICKBOXING
JOIN OUR BUZZING ADULTS CLASSES AND LEARN THE EXCIITING ART OF KICKBOXING
CDA's Kickboxing classes focus on stand-up punching and kicking techniques from American kickboxing, Muay Thai, Savate and Taekwondo/Karate.
We can train you for competitions, fitness or just for the fun of it!
Our classes are suitable for all levels, and are a fun mix of pad drills, partner work and sparring!
STREET SELF DEFENCE
LEARN HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR LOVED ONES IN THESE PRACTICAL AND FUN ADULT CLASSES
Our Street Self Defence programme offers realistic and practical skills, tactics and strategies to keep you and your loved ones safe.
If you want to learn how to look after yourself and stay safe then this is the class for you.
CARDIO KICKBOXING
BORED OF THE GYM? THEN THESE KICKBOXING INSPIRED FITNESS CLASSES ARE FOR YOU!
Cardio K-Box is our kickboxing based fitness programme, fast paced, and high energy HIIT sessions to get you fighting fit. There is no contact other than on the pads, and it is a safe and fun place to train.
JUNIORS KICKBOXING
FOR 9YEARS UPWARDS THESE ARE PERFECT CLASSES TO KEEP YOUR KIDS FOCUSED, DISCIPLINED AND ACTIVE!
We are all about developing the martial arts skills of our students through fun and engaging drills and exercises. We focus more on sparring, grappling and stick work at this age as the likely need of the skills we teach them is increased.
We have a full grading syllabus, regular sparring sessions and good hard physical workouts.
These are our busiest classes and we have children that have been with us for years mixed with complete beginners.
LITTLE NINJAS
FOR 6 - 9 YEARS THESE ARE PERFECT CLASSES TO KEEP YOUR KIDS FOCUSED, DISCIPLINED AND ACTIVE!
We still play plenty of games to help develop core skills and the children work at their own pace building confidence and ability. Everything is handled in an age appropriate way, as we deal with subjects of bullying and self defence.
The children really have a great time and we are blown away by how quickly they learn and how skilled some of them are at this age, they are a joy to teach.
NINJA SKILLS
FOR 3 - 5 YEARS THESE ARE FUN FAST PACED CLASSES TO BUILD YOUR LITTLE ONES CONFIDENCE!
We work on balance, coordination, respect, listening, and of course lots of awesome ninja skills.
The classes are 30 mins and parents can join in with the little ones to help them find their way.
We see children massively grow in confidence in this class, and when they move up to the older class you can see a huge difference in their skills and abilities compared to the other children.
WHO ARE WE?
Cheltenham's Premier Martial Arts Academy
Our Children's, Kickboxing and Self Defence programmes have been designed by Head Coach Lee Trunks.
A lifelong martial artist with with a passion and desire to help children and adults through the power of martial arts.
Teaching respect, discipline, integrity and self defence.
If you want to gain some amazing skills to prosper in life then we are here to help!
We are a family-friendly club (both of Lee's children train at CDA) that welcomes everyone regardless of fitness or experience.
We know you will love the difference we can make.
Got some questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
We understand that you will have lots of questions, here are the answers to the most frequent
Question 1: I am a complete beginner does that matter?
No not at all, we welcome beginners to all our martial arts, kickboxing and self defence sessions. We love having mixed abilities as it gives everyone the chance to learn from other students not only the instructors. We give everyone a warm welcome and are very patient so just get in touch and we can get you started on your martial arts journey.
Question 2: Do you have kit I can borrow, or do I need to bring my own?
For hygiene reasons we do try to limit lending equipment, that said we can sort you out a pair of gloves for the trial period if you don't mind using a 2nd hand pair. We also have a full pro shop where you can get kit at a very reasonable price. Kit or lack of will not hold you back coming for a trial, and once you become a member you can buy it bit by bit as you progress.
Question 3: I am a little worried about getting hurt, will I be ok?
We teach proper martial arts whereby we spar and make contact with each other regularly. Getting bumps, knocks and hits is all part of the fun. That said, we make sure that people build up to this and are not put off by being hurt or scared, you can go at your own pace and everyone is very respectful of differing abilities, sizes and strength. So we will look after you and make sure your experience with us is enjoyable.
Question 4: Is there a fixed time or contract I am tied too?
No is the simple answer. We want our students to stay with us for many years but the longest you are committed to is 1 month through a Direct Debit payment. If you want to leave at any point we just need 2 weeks notice.
Question 5: How often and when are classes?
We run sessions 6 days a week for Children's classes, Kickboxing, and Fitness Kickboxing, our Self Defence sessions run 4 days a week. Most of our classes are in the evenings and Saturday mornings, and we also have some classes weekday lunchtimes. Here is our full timetable.
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ADDRESS
CDA Academy
Unit 9 Shaftesbury Ind Est
The Runnings
Cheltenham
GL51 9NH
