Business Details
22 Years
experience
Premier Martial Arts Training in West Midlands
Established in 2004, Team Mac (MAC) has evolved into a premier martial arts academy across the West Midlands. Our 20-year journey reflects deep expertise in disciplines like Jeet Kune Do, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Mixed Martial Arts, with our lead instructor recently appointed as Head Coach for the English MMA Association. We combine technical precision with holistic development, delivering structured training programs that enhance physical fitness, mental focus, and personal empowerment. With three academies in Halesowen, Stourbridge, and Dudley, we serve diverse age groups from 3-year-old beginners to advanced practitioners.Our unique approach integrates traditional martial arts principles with modern fitness science, ensuring measurable progress through goal-setting frameworks and tailored instruction. By maintaining small class sizes and certified instructors, we guarantee individualised attention while fostering community through family-friendly training environments.
Services
Jeet Kune Do
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Mixed Martial Arts
Kali
Thai Boxing
Karate
Boxing
Cobra Self Defence
Kung Fu Cubs
Junior Martial Arts
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- 20 years' experience across multiple martial arts disciplines including JKD and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- Certified instructors with national coaching appointments through the English MMA Association
- Free private lesson to assess individual training requirements
- Proven programs developing physical fitness and self-defence capabilities
- Family-friendly environment with dedicated age-specific curricula
Associations and certifications
- Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
What people say
Improved confidence
Enjoy the training
Enhanced behaviour
Supportive team
Measurable progress
Services
Jeet Kune Do
Our Jeet Kune Do instruction follows Bruce Lee's original principles of adaptability and efficiency in combat. This dynamic system develops whole-body coordination, core strength and flexible thinking. Practitioners learn to synthesise techniques from multiple disciplines into personalised self-defence approaches, with classes structured to accommodate both beginners and experienced martial artists seeking technical refinement.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Gracie Barra-affiliated Brazilian Jiu Jitsu programs focus on ground fighting techniques and positional control. Our curriculum builds physical resilience and strategic thinking through progressive drills and structured sparring. Students learn submission holds and escape techniques applicable to real-world self-defence scenarios while developing exceptional core strength and cardiovascular fitness through practical application.
Mixed Martial Arts
Mixed Martial Arts training combines striking, grappling and conditioning in a practical framework for real-world effectiveness. Our program integrates technical instruction with physical development, progressively building strength, endurance and fight-specific reflexes. Participants gain comprehensive self-defence capabilities while achieving measurable fitness improvements through scientifically structured training regimens.
Kung Fu Cubs
Kung Fu Cubs classes develop fundamental movement skills for children aged 3-5 through martial arts-inspired games and drills. Our structured programme enhances motor coordination, concentration and early social skills in a playful environment. The curriculum supports school readiness through structured activities that build confidence and discipline while introducing basic martial arts principles.
Junior Martial Arts
Junior Martial Arts instruction for ages 6-14 combines technical skill development with character building. Our structured grading system teaches goal-setting and perseverance while improving physical fitness and self-defence capabilities. The curriculum specifically addresses adolescent development needs, fostering respect, determination and self-confidence through measurable progression in martial arts proficiency.
People
Paul Kelly
Group Chief Instructor
Paul Kelly, appointed Head Coach for the English MMA Association, brings 20 years' martial arts expertise to MAC. His leadership combines technical mastery with youth development experience, creating programmes that cater to diverse abilities while maintaining high coaching standards across all disciplines.
Questions
What martial arts disciplines do you offer?
We teach Jeet Kune Do, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts, Kali, Thai Boxing, Karate, Cobra Self Defence and Boxing, with children's programmes in Kung Fu Cubs and Junior Martial Arts.
Are classes available for complete beginners?
Yes, all adult classes welcome complete beginners. We provide a free private lesson to assess your level before joining group sessions, with instructors trained to support new students of any age or fitness level.
How does children's martial arts benefit development?
Our structured programmes build confidence, focus and physical coordination. Younger children develop motor skills through Kung Fu Cubs, while juniors aged 6-14 learn goal-setting and perseverance alongside self-defence skills and fitness.
Do you provide family training options?
We encourage family participation with parallel classes for different age groups. Parents can train while children attend their own sessions, creating shared goals and mutual support for personal development across generations.
What equipment is needed to start?
Beginners require comfortable training clothes and a water bottle. Specific equipment requirements are explained during your free private lesson, with guidance on acquiring appropriate gear for your chosen discipline.
How are instructors qualified?
Our instructors hold relevant martial arts certifications and English MMA Association appointments. All staff undergo enhanced DBS checks, with ongoing professional development to maintain high coaching standards across our academies.
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