Yes, beginners are welcome to join our ongoing martial arts training in Dorset. As well as support from the group, they receive special attention and guidance from the trainer to help their progress.

Dress comfortably in clothes that allow you to move freely. You will survive your first training without any equipment, however if you already have protective equipment for martial arts please bring them with you. For your and your partners safety you are required to have mouth guards, groin protection for men and boxing gloves as a bare minimum. Shin guards are required above beginner level. Forearm protectors and mma gloves are optional but recommended. Ask your trainer for bundle deals and discounted items and packages.

You are welcome to join with a friend or by yourself. All our clubs are friendly and inviting. The classes are designed so that you will quickly settle in. There are various levels of fitness in the classes, so don’t worry if you’re not as fit as some of the other students, you will progress at your own pace with the help of the instructors and the other students. They all remember that they too were beginners at one stage. Stay consistent with your training, and soon you’ll be on the track to success.

Yes, waiting to start training until you are in shape is like not letting a child go to school until he is smart enough. If you had any accidents, operations, medical issues or injuries in the past you are required to inform your trainer about it who will consequently ensure your well being and safety at the training and might ask you to do some exercises differently with your specific needs in mind. If you are simply out of shape, that’s fine, all we ask is to do the best you can, don’t be too hard on yourself and allow yourself to learn and grow. Push yourself to your limits on every class, and then a little beyond to facilitate your development and to expand your horizons. Your trainer and the group is guaranteed to support you and keep you motivated.

Please arrive 10-15mins early before the class begins. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by your trainer who may ask you a few simple questions to understand your motivation and goals, training background, any health concerns we should be aware of and show you around the gym. You will participate in the regular training session to see if we are the right fit for each other. You will meet the other students in the group who can tell you more about the training, their experience with the classes and how they benefited from them. After the lesson the trainer will answer any questions you may have and if you decide to sign up you will fill out the registration form and schedule your starting date.

There is no short answer to this question. It largely depends on your commitment and dedication to learn, however for many of us, martial arts is a way of life. The warriors way. Bushido