Queen Anne Terrace, Cambridge CB1 1NA, UK
I had taken some basic boxing classes in China before, yet it took joining the Carisma club in Cambridge for me to make such rapid progress. The coaches are professional and friendly, and the club members are all very welcoming. My time at Carisma will be one of my best memories of Cambridge.
Lovely club which is well led and very welcoming to teenagers and beginners. Clear and dedicated instructors providing controlled and safe instructions, friendly members and good variety of class times. The beginners course as a way to settle in works excellently. 13 year old son is really enjoying the sessions.
I have brought my son William who is 10 years old to Carisma for training. He has really enjoyed it even though he has no background and is also the youngest member of the team. Head coach Massimo is very experienced martial artist and teacher who gives very clear instructions to his students. He also makes them feel very comfortable. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to learn about self defense and kickboxing.
My sister and I joined Crisma last year summer. We never had any martial arts training and never did any gym or other physically active activities before, so we were a bit nervous when we first joined as a beginner. But the course has been nothing but amazing! Teacher Massimo and other instructors are all very experienced and supportive. They cover everything from flexibility exercise, regular practices to sparring. The club community is fun and beginner friendly too! We feel so much healthier and active. Would definitely recommend!
Amazing club. Controlled, safe and skilled. Have learned immensely here
CARISMA Kickboxing Club is truly a haven for martial arts enthusiasts. The club offers training four times per week, and members can attend all sessions under a single, straightforward monthly fee - excellent value for the quality provided. The instructors deliver a consistently high standard of coaching, making each session both professional and approachable. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced fighter, the training is structured to help you progress at your own pace. Each session prioritizes safety and inclusivity. Training begins with an extended 30-minute warm-up to build strength, mobility, and conditioning. This is followed by focused technical drills and controlled sparring, ensuring steady development in a supportive environment. One feature I particularly appreciate is the karate-style belt system, which clearly reflects skill level and progression. Gradings take place every quarter, offering regular milestones to work toward. I joined two years ago with no prior experience and have progressed to a blue belt (3rd kyu) - a testament to the quality of instruction and structured program. The club also provides multiple competition opportunities throughout the year, including both light-contact and full-contact events. For those interested in competing, there are specialized training camps designed specifically to prepare fighters. I cannot recommend CARISMA highly enough to anyone considering martial arts training. It's a welcoming, professional, and motivating place to grow - both physically and mentally.
I joined Carisma one year ago, and I have quite enjoyed my time here. When I started I had recently moved to town, and I was looking for a place where I can continue learning martial arts, as I had done some kyokushin karate beforehand. Carisma stood out to me as a club with a great mentality about martial arts and a good balance in the emphasis on technique, conditioning, and sparring. Since I’ve joined, I’ve done a technical grading as well as a fight. It was a joy to be looked after by the coaching team and prepare for the fight, and I made a few friends along the way too. I would recommend the club to anyone in town really, as it is quite accessible in terms of training and technique, while providing excellent opportunities for in depth training for anyone interested.
Massimo is the best teacher he’s so good at his job and he makes every session effective and enjoyable- he supports each and every student to achieve their best in kickboxing.
Posted 1 year agoI have 0 martial arts experience yet Massimo and the other instructors are all very supportive. My flexibility, fitness, and kickboxing skills have all improved. Highly recommend
Posted 1 year agoI joined CARISMA nearly two months ago, and it has been an invaluable experience. The coaches are both supportive and highly skilled, making learning alongside a group of people enjoyable. I find it difficult to motivate myself to exercise alone, but being surrounded by others and guided by exceptional coaches makes it much easier and more enjoyable. Even the warm-ups and flexibility exercises demonstrate their understanding of what we need to progress. I highly recommend CARISMA to anyone considering martial arts classes.👌👍
Posted 2 years agoI joined CARISMA for their beginners course with no prior experience in any martial arts and decided to continue... The atmosphere is so welcoming and the coaches and peers are very patient. It is a great community to be in!
Posted 2 years agoI joined Carisma almost a year ago, and it's been a great experience throughout, and I still feel like I've learned barely 5% of what Massimo could teach. The coaches are very knowledgeable and friendly, the classes are well-balanced and inclusive to various levels of experience, and overall the atmosphere is very nice.
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