MKG Southampton

Reviews

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  Craig G

  Amazing place, super friendly and helpful instructor with unparalleled experience and skills

  Instructors Facility

  Posted 1 month ago
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  Lizzie Gauntlett

  My son has been attending MKG for around 6 months now and loves it. Sarah and Aaron have been responsive and informative when we started (knowing nothing about martial arts!) My son has grown in skill and confidence and made friends at the club. The instructors are friendly and helpful and he always leaves the sessions in a positive mood. He has persuaded a friend to join who is also enjoying MKG and both have just started the jujitsu classes as well. Would highly recommend.

  Instructors Classes Atmosphere

  Posted 6 months ago
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  Andrew Shead

  Having trained in a few gyms over the years finding the right fit is important. MKG southampton has this. From BJJ to Muay Thai to Ghost it doesn't matter your discipline everyone is very friendly, open and welcoming. Aaron and Sarah are knowledgeable and supportive Tutors, so come join us all! You won't be disappointed

  Instructors Classes Atmosphere

  Posted 6 months ago
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  Emma Paddick

  Sarah and Aaron at MKG are absolutely incredible! My son felt comfortable and welcomed since the moment he started. He's not only grown in confidence, hes continually learning new practice and has made lots of friends.

  Instructors Classes Atmosphere

  Posted 6 months ago
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  Natalie Westmacott

  Our son has attended MKG since just before he turned 5years old. He is now nearly 14 years old and attending MKG has nothing but a positive experience. MKG has helped him overcome and channel his emotions as well as teaching him how to manage and work through conflict. It has helped with his confidence and self discipline and allowed him a safe place to develop his skills.

  Facility Classes

  Posted 6 months ago
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  And Szym

  I’ve just joined MKG martial arts club and I’m currently in my second week of training — and all I can say is WOW! Everywhere on the internet you read that clubs offer a “friendly atmosphere,” but here they truly welcome you like one of their own, even if you have absolutely no experience. From day one, I felt accepted and supported. Coach Aaron is an amazing trainer, and his team is simply outstanding. Not only is the coaching staff incredibly professional, but they are also genuinely kind, patient, and motivating. What really stands out is that it’s not just the coaches — the members are super friendly too! Everyone has such a positive attitude, they help each other, show techniques, and explain everything step by step. No ego, no pressure — just pure support and great energy. I’ve only just started, but I already can’t wait for the next training session. Honestly, I wish I could just stay there all the time! 😄 100% recommended. If you’re thinking about starting MMA, this is the place to be. Overall impression: MEGA WOW!!!

  Instructors Classes Atmosphere

  Posted 7 months ago
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  Gemma Louise Head

  Love this club! The team are brilliant and coming to MKG has really boosted our daughter’s self esteem and confidence. Really inclusive, caring and inspiring. Can’t speak highly enough of them and would highly recommend. Thank you MKG!!

  Posted 2 years ago
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  Adie L

  I've been training BJJ here for 9 months now and I can highly recommend it. Aaron is really friendly and goes out of his way to make sure everyone is alright. The learning is structured and linear which really helps with progression. Folks are welcoming and fun to practice with.

  Posted 2 years ago
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  Abigail Priddle

  Cannot reccommend highly enough! I joined at the beginning of 2020, looking for a fun way to get fit and build confidence. I had tried a few different classes elsewhere but never made it past the initial taster sessions. From the very first session at MKG Southampton it was clear I finally found the right fit and I always look forward to the next session. Aaron and Sarah are excellent instructors, giving helpful guidance to all ability levels. The atmosphere is friendly and supportive, not at all intimidating (which I found at other fitness groups) and you can go at your own pace so you are always challenged but not pushed harder than you can handle. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed.

  Posted 5 years ago
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  Sheila Penfold

  Writing this for my Husband George who has recently joined MKG. Aaron, Sarah and team are great professional and knowledgeable instructors, the Kali, Muay Thai and fitness sessions are first class. The Gym has a friendly, happy and welcoming atmosphere, I wish I had joined sooner. I have nothing but praise for the staff and the excellent classes and would highly recommend to all. It's never too late to join even if you are old like me!

  Posted 5 years ago
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  Ranjit Jassal

  I've have been training at this gym for just a short time but my kids have been training here for years. Too many positive to list them all but Aaron & Sarah are both amazingly competent, knowledgable and inspiring instructors. They are both very down to earth, fun and caring people but extremely serious about what they teach. Plently of laughs and banter and fun to be had. My favortite classes are Ghost, Kali & Striking... to give you a bit of insight they are all the ones I attend. Top Gym & Top People...

  Posted 5 years ago
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  Lillian Nandawula

  If I could give 0 stars, I would. My experience with Aaron was awful. He became angry over an incident that he hadn't even witnessed and refused to let me explain my side of what happened off the gym premises. When I tried to speak, I was repeatedly interrupted with him shouting and frequently asked, "What's there to explain?" It felt like he had already made up his mind based on what he’d been told. But there’s always two sides to a story. He then scolded my son and commented that my child is "badly behaved" during the kickboxing sessions when I (his Black mum) bring him, unlike when his White dad brings him. I found that comment deeply inappropriate and, from my perspective, it came across as discriminatory. He then asked me to leave - twice, despite the session already being paid for. When I asked why since I hadn’t told him I was leaving, he wouldn't give me an answer. He had only known my son for four weeks yet had the audacity ofjudging both my child and our parenting without understanding the challenges we face just to keep our son safe while waiting for an ADHD assessment. My son's father cancelled our subscription that same day. Based on my experience, I would not recommend this place, especially if you're raising a child with significant ADHD-related needs or if you're black. So Rude and no diversity which your sign to run!!

  Instructors Classes Pricing Atmosphere

  Posted 2 months ago