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MoveMentors lists boxing, kickboxing, muay thai, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, judo, karate and self-defense classes from independent coaches and small gyms. Each class page shows the price, time, place and cancellation policy, and you can ask the coach about contact and sparring before you book.
Teachers who offer Combat Sports
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Browse all teachersStyles you can book
Pick a style to see the Combat Sports classes listed for it.
- BoxingPunching technique, footwork and pad work.
- KickboxingPunches and kicks, trained on pads and bags.
- Muay ThaiThai boxing, using punches, kicks, knees and elbows.
- MMAMixed martial arts, combining striking and grappling.
- BJJBrazilian jiu-jitsu, a grappling art built around ground positions.
- KarateA Japanese striking art with set forms, called kata, and drills.
- TaekwondoA Korean martial art known for its kicks.
- JudoA Japanese grappling art built around throws and safe falling.
- CapoeiraA Brazilian art that mixes martial arts, acrobatics and music.
- Krav MagaPractical self-defense techniques for real situations.
- WrestlingTakedowns, holds and control on the ground.
- FencingSword fighting with a foil, an épée or a saber.
How to choose your first class
Striking sports such as boxing, kickboxing and muay thai start with stance, footwork and pad work. Grappling sports such as Brazilian jiu-jitsu, judo and wrestling start with positions and safe ways to fall. Ask the coach how much contact a beginner class involves.
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A private session is a good way to learn the basics before you join a group. Tell the coach about any injury or health condition, and ask what gear you need, such as gloves, hand wraps or a mouth guard.
Who these classes suit
- Beginners who want to learn technique without sparring
- People looking for a practical self-defense class
- Anyone who prefers private sessions before joining a group
- Former athletes returning to a sport they used to train
What to expect
- Contact and sparring
- Ask the coach how much contact the class involves before you book, and say so if you only want to train technique.
- Gear
- Some coaches lend gloves and pads, others ask you to bring your own. The class page lists what you need.
- What to wear
- Workout clothes you can move in. Some grappling classes need a gi, and the coach can tell you which.
How booking works
It works the same with every teacher and studio. You see the price and the cancellation policy before you pay.
No account needed
Book as a guest with your name and email. Your confirmation goes to that address.
Pay the way the class accepts
Card payments hold your spot for 30 minutes while you pay, and the booking confirms when the payment clears. Cash, other direct payments and free classes confirm straight away.
Clear cancellation rules
Each class uses a flexible, moderate or strict policy, shown on the class page. No policy refunds a cancellation made less than 24 hours before the class.
No booking fees
MoveMentors adds nothing on top of the price the teacher or studio sets.
Common questions about Combat Sports
Do I have to spar?
No. Sparring is up to you and your coach. Ask how much contact a class involves before you book, and tell the coach if you only want to train technique.
What should I bring to my first class?
Workout clothes and water. Some coaches lend gloves, hand wraps or a gi for a first class, and the class page lists what to bring.
Can I book a private lesson?
Yes, if the coach offers private sessions. They last 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes, and the coach's profile shows the price for each length.
Do I need an account to book?
No. You can book as a guest with your name and email, and the confirmation goes to that address. If you pay by card, your spot is held for 30 minutes while you pay, and the booking confirms when the payment clears. If you pay another way, such as cash, or the class is free, it confirms straight away.
What if I need to cancel?
Each class shows its cancellation policy before you book. With Flexible, you get a full refund up to 24 hours before the class. With Moderate, a full refund up to 48 hours before, then 50% until 24 hours before. With Strict, a full refund up to 7 days before, then 50% until 24 hours before. Whatever the policy, there's no refund if you cancel less than 24 hours before.
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