Business Details
Expert Martial Arts Training for All Ages
Established as a national martial arts organisation, we specialise in delivering high-quality Taekwon-do, Kickboxing, and Self Defence instruction to individuals of all ages and experience levels. With over 100 schools nationwide, our network ensures accessible training opportunities across the UK. Our instructors undergo rigorous qualification processes, including mandatory black belt status, comprehensive instructor training, and regular re-assessment in first aid and child safeguarding. We maintain strict adherence to insurance and safeguarding standards through approved providers, ensuring student wellbeing remains paramount. Our internationally recognised competition team competes globally, reflecting our commitment to excellence.We offer age-specific programmes, including the Little PUMA initiative for children aged 4-6, which integrates martial arts with holistic development. Through regular squad training sessions and participation in tournaments worldwide, we foster both individual growth and team success. Transparency in operations is maintained through verifiable documentation of instructor credentials, insurance, and safeguarding certifications. Our beginner's hotline provides immediate access to free trial classes, while our structured policies ensure consistent quality across all locations. With decades of collective experience, our leadership team continues to innovate while upholding traditional martial arts values.
Services
Taekwon-do
Kickboxing
Self Defence
Little Puma Programme
Competition Training
Highlights and features
- Instructors require minimum 4 years' dedicated training plus black belt status
- Mandatory 3-yearly re-assessment in first aid and child safeguarding
- Internationally competitive squad with global tournament experience
- Little PUMA programme specifically designed for 4-6 year olds
- Free trial classes available through our dedicated beginner's hotline
Associations and certifications
- Professional Unification of Martial Arts (Puma)
Services
Taekwon-do
Our Taekwon-do programme develops discipline, physical fitness, and self-defence skills through traditional techniques. Students learn structured patterns, sparring methods, and belt progression systems. The curriculum caters to all ages, with specific adaptations for children's motor skill development and adults' combat training needs.
Kickboxing
Kickboxing classes combine cardiovascular conditioning with practical self-defence techniques. Training includes pad work, bag drills, and controlled sparring sessions. Our programme builds core strength, improves coordination, and teaches effective striking methods while maintaining strict safety protocols for all participants.
Self Defence
Self-defence instruction focuses on real-world scenario preparation and situational awareness. Students practice disengagement techniques, pressure management, and practical countermeasures. The programme incorporates psychological preparedness alongside physical techniques, ensuring comprehensive personal safety education for urban environments.
Little PUMA Programme
Specifically designed for 4-6 year olds, this programme uses martial arts as a foundation for holistic development. Sessions improve balance, coordination, and focus through structured games and basic techniques. Instructors employ child-friendly teaching methods that build confidence while introducing fundamental martial arts principles.
Competition Training
Our competition squad receives specialised coaching for international tournament participation. Training includes advanced sparring strategies, competition rules analysis, and physical conditioning. Athletes benefit from experienced coaches with proven track records in global competitions, preparing them for events across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Questions
How do I start martial arts training with PUMA?
Contact our beginner's hotline or email to book a free trial class at your nearest school. No prior experience required.
What qualifications do your instructors hold?
All instructors maintain black belt status, complete PUMA's instructor training programme, and hold current insurance and safeguarding certifications.
Is martial arts suitable for young children?
Our Little PUMA programme specifically adapts martial arts training for 4-6 year olds, focusing on developmental benefits through age-appropriate activities.
Can I compete internationally through PUMA?
Yes, our squad programme prepares athletes for global competitions, with recent participation in events across six continents.
How do you ensure child safety in classes?
We maintain strict safeguarding policies, including DBS checks, mandatory instructor re-assessments every three years, and transparent documentation verification processes.
Are classes available nationwide?
With over 100 schools across the UK, we provide accessible training locations in most major towns and cities.
