A no-nonsense gym orientated around MMA training. They offer an array of classes from specific…read moremartial arts to strength and conditioning. They also offer classes for kids and women only classes. It's a gym where you can really get your head down or get your head kicked in depending on what you prefer. There's a 50ft matted area so you can hone your technique without cramping the 250lb behemoth's style who is displaying his aptitude for punching stuff really hard. If you're a genuine MMA-er then there's a 24ft cage to get as close as you can to the real thing. A solid, reliable gym for the committed martial artist, uncompromising lifter and dedicated fitness fanatic.

The best Thai Boxing gym in the UK never mind Birmingham! World Champion Damien Trainor is the head…read moreinstructor and his classes are excellent. Technique wise the gym is first class and whether it's excercise or to compete, this is the gym for you! The gym has just had a massive refurbishment and now has a cage, two large matted rooms, a "bag" room and an impressive fully fitted weights room. The gym has adequate parking at the front of the gym and if that's full there's a huge carpark next door. Check it out, you won't be disapointed!

From the owner: If anyone is interested in learning Muay Thai Boxing in Birmingham, K-Star Thai Boxing Academy are…read morestarting new beginners classes. K-Star Thai Boxing in Birmingham teach Muay Thai, Thai Boxing, Kickboxing, MMA and circuit training. We have 2 fulltime academies in Perry Barr and Birmingham City centre. At K-star you will learn some great Muay Thai Boxing techniques that will come in handy in a self defence situation. Our Thai Boxing lessons will also help build up your fitness and self confidence. Please look our website for more details. City 0121 622 5078 Perry Barr 0121 331 4074

it's dirty staff is rude and it has a bad location definitely wouldn't recommend please send your…read morekids somewhere else also it cost too much money

A friend shared with me that a relative of ip man actually runs this school. Quite impressive and…read morefor those who don't know ip man taught Bruce lee.

amazing gym very good gym and helps with my mental health I recommend this gym to everyone best…read moreThai boxing place you can possibly go

Great facility and trainers definately Birmingham's Premiere Martial Arts Academy! With World…read moreChampion Instructors and Gold Medalists!

Zen-Shin Back Belt Academy is a fantastic Shotokan Karate club. All of my family train. My son and…read moredaughter are both World Champions and would not be the children they are with out this club My daughter is also a black belt and my son is in the process of taking his. The instructors are committed, hard working and enthusiastic, they value each child and every child is treated as an individual. This club encourages students to be the very best they can be both as martial artists and as people. The chief instructor Kyoshi John Richards is an inspiration and was recently recognised in an award ceremony for his outstanding contribution to martial arts. Don't be intimidated by this, the club is very friendly and welcoming and many long standing friendships are forged during training. There is an opportunity for students to try out sessions free of charge before they commit, If you are looking for a Karate Class give Zen- Shin a go, I have no doubt that you will be impressed!

an incredible martial arts school, i would be very surprised to find a better school for karate or…read morekick boxing in the west Midlands area. all instructors are highly skilled and fully committed and all lead by Kyoshi John Richards 8th Dan, who's dedication and prowess make every class very high standard, as well as being one of the most friendly gentleman you'll ever meet. joining this school was by far my best decision, helping my achieve much needed weight loss and building my confidence and self esteem greatly all while learning the art of Shotokan Karate. for anyone looking to learn karate in the true and traditional way, i would seriously recommend Zen shin.

Terrible experience after my child spent nearly 2 years at this place. The owner has a real…read moreattitude problem and only cares about selling his own gear via his website. The classes are also over subscribed since their other branches closed down. Stay away

I'm an avid reader of Jon's blog on http://epicmartialartsblog.com/ He provides valuable…read moreinformation on martial arts techniques, and a refreshing look at attitudes and issues within the martial arts community. Posts show a deep understanding of martial arts culture, as well as fantastic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, so you know you're in good hands!