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Your Trusted Martial Arts Training in Derbyshire
Derbyshire Kickboxing has been delivering high-quality martial arts instruction across Derbyshire since its establishment. Our focus on safety, technical excellence, and inclusive training environments ensures participants of all ages and abilities can develop realistic self-defence skills while improving physical fitness and confidence. Led by fully qualified black belt instructors, we prioritise structured learning through varied classes that avoid repetitive routines, ensuring every session offers new challenges. As a division of the Professional Kickboxing Association (PKA), we maintain rigorous standards for instructor qualifications, safety protocols, and curriculum development.Our non-contact approach to core classes creates an accessible entry point for beginners while providing pathways for those interested in sparring and competitive elements. With multiple locations across Derbyshire, we combine professional instruction with a welcoming atmosphere where students consistently achieve measurable progress in flexibility, discipline, and martial arts proficiency.
Services
Kickboxing Classes
Sparring Sessions
Belt Grading
Competitive Training
Martial Arts Seminars
Highlights and features
- We offer fully qualified black belt instruction with enhanced CRB checks
- Our classes avoid repetitive routines with constantly varied training methods
- We provide non-contact self-defence training alongside optional sparring pathways
- Our PKA affiliation ensures nationally recognised coaching standards
- We maintain strict safety protocols with regular instructor training seminars
Associations and certifications
- Professional Kickboxing Association
What people say
Improved fitness levels
Friendly and welcoming
Great instruction quality
Increased confidence
Never repetitive sessions
Services
Kickboxing Classes
Structured martial arts instruction for all ages and abilities. Our classes combine technical precision with physical conditioning to develop self-defence skills, improve fitness, and build confidence. Each session features unique training routines that prevent stagnation while maintaining focus on core techniques. Instructors adapt sessions to accommodate varying experience levels within the same class.
Belt Grading
Progressive belt examination system following PKA standards. Regular grading opportunities allow students to demonstrate technical proficiency and receive formal recognition of their development. Exams assess both physical techniques and understanding of martial arts principles, with clear pathways for advancement through coloured belt ranks.
Sparring Sessions
Optional competitive training for interested students. These sessions teach controlled application of techniques through light-contact sparring and point-scoring drills. Safety remains paramount with mandatory protective equipment and strict adherence to regulated rules during all contact activities.
Martial Arts Seminars
Intensive skill development workshops led by visiting experts. Recent seminars have focused on advanced flexibility techniques and sword form martial arts, providing opportunities to learn from world champions. Participants receive training equipment and resources to continue practice between sessions.
Competitive Training
Preparation for martial arts competitions with tailored instruction. Students learn demonstration routines and pad-work techniques suitable for tournament environments. Training remains optional with instructors carefully matching participants to appropriate competition levels based on experience and ability.
People
Sean Wincott
Instructor
Experienced martial arts coach delivering classes in Alfreton and Belper. Holds enhanced CRB checks and participates in regular instructor training seminars to maintain PKA standards.
Mel Osborne
Instructor
Qualified kickboxing instructor providing training in Belper. Focuses on creating welcoming environments for new students while maintaining technical excellence in martial arts instruction.
Neil Fletcher
Instructor
Dedicated martial arts coach in Heanor with emphasis on student progression. Organises grading exams and ensures adherence to PKA safety protocols during all training sessions.
Ceri
Instructor
Instructor delivering classes in Ashbourne and Wirksworth. Focuses on making martial arts accessible to all ages while maintaining structured technical development pathways.
Adam
Instructor
Martial arts coach in Matlock with emphasis on physical conditioning and self-defence applications. Provides clear technical instruction while maintaining the PKA's safety standards.
Questions
What age groups can participate in kickboxing classes?
We offer classes for children aged 5+ and adults. Juniors' sessions run 6-7pm on Tuesdays in Ashbourne, with adult classes available at various locations throughout the week.
Do I need prior martial arts experience to join?
No prior experience is required. Our instructors welcome complete beginners and provide structured progression from basic techniques to advanced martial arts skills at your own pace.
What should I wear for my first class?
Wear comfortable training clothes and bring a water bottle. We provide all necessary martial arts equipment during initial sessions before any commitment to training.
Are sparring sessions mandatory?
Sparring is completely optional. While we offer light-contact training and competition preparation, most classes focus on non-contact technical development and self-defence applications.
How do belt grading exams work?
Regular grading exams assess technical proficiency across PKA's syllabus. Instructors advise when students are ready to progress, with separate sessions for different belt colours and age groups.
What safety measures are in place during training?
We maintain strict safety protocols including mandatory protective equipment during sparring, enhanced CRB-checked instructors, and regular safety audits to meet PKA standards.
