SKMA Martial Arts Ltd

SKMA martial arts Ltd, Totton Activity Centre, UNIT 5 Brokenford Ln, Totton, Southampton SO40 9DY, UK

4.9 (83 reviews)

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Martial arts and kickboxing for ages 4 to adult at SKMA in Totton, Southampton. Find your programme and book a free week.

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Nicola Fisher

Been with SKMA since Oct 2024, and originally I came to Kickboxing as I was having problems with my back and needed to strengthen my core, and I wanted something different to learn like to defend myself. It's done all this and more. I feel so much stronger, and rarely ever have back pain now (and it was constant and excruciating before). I love learning every single session, Sensei Sean is so patient and focused, and everyone in the club are so fantastic and ready to help anyone because they've been there before. The grades help to get you to work towards something and have purpose to your training. But I've stayed because of the community, and the benefits to my mental health. Everyone is so ready to have a laugh, and also support each other with what we need that day. I've come in a flurry and dark cloud and kickboxing here has never failed to boost my mood and help me get on with the week. Also the fact that there might be things that are hard, but kickboxing has shown me time and time again that with consistency you can get anything, it will come, and I surprise myself each time, especially going through gradings! Also being with such a range of women, all so strong and powerful in their own ways, I have felt like such a boss doing kickboxing, especially in their company. Have talked about kickboxing at SKMA many times to so many different people, it's so much fun, and so beneficial in so many ways, would recommend to anyone!

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Posted 5 months ago
Emmy

Training with SKMA has been an amazing experience. Everyone is so welcoming and it’s always a pleasure to train at the dojo. No matter your skill level, everyone is treated with the same respect and given the same encouragement. SKMA is one big family that i’m glad to be a part of.

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Posted 6 months ago
Carina Heighton

Started here 3 months ago! My first session was on a really bad day. I sat in my car crying thinking I couldn't deal with it. I somehow worked up the courage to get through the door and haven't looked back since. Everyone has welcomed me. There is no competition between people. They are only there to build you up. My confidence in other aspects of my life has also improved. I cannot wait to see what the future has in store! If you're thinking of signing up I highly recommend! We will all be waiting to welcome you!

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Posted 6 months ago
Chelsie Larse

Amazing place- my daughter has been going since she was 4. She has worked her way from ninjas to juniors and continues to build her confidence and resilience. Highly recommend!

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Posted 6 months ago
Francesco

I joined SKMA a couple of years ago, and I wish I did it sooner. The community around the dojo is incredibly welcoming and friendly, Sean Sensei is an amazingly skilled martial artist and an even better teacher, and the variety of styles offered would suit even the most difficult person. I couldn't recommend it enough; it deserves 6 stars.

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Posted 6 months ago
Hannah Tilley

Joining SKMA’s ladies-only kickboxing classes has been one of the best decisions i've made. The atmosphere is incredibly friendly, and from day one I felt welcomed and completely at ease. There is so much support and encouragement from everyone and absolutely no judgement. Since starting, my confidence has grown so much. I feel happier, more positive, and proud of myself for taking a big step out of my comfort zone. The training has pushed me in all the right ways (both mentally and physically) and completing my first grading and earning my white belt was such a proud moment. It made me realise how far I’ve come and that I can achieve anything I set my mind to! It’s also been a brilliant way to meet new people and stay active. Kickboxing has become a positive distraction in my week, and I genuinely feel fitter, stronger, and more capable. I’d highly recommend SKMA to anybody looking to build confidence, improve fitness, improve their mental health and be part of a supportive, empowering community.

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Posted 8 months ago
Nicole Tray

I cant praise Sean, Ruth and the team enough for all they do. My son is 6 and has been with them for 8 months and he loves it. His confidence has grown massively. He is already moving to his third belt in such a short time. The team always make sure the kids are safe and have so much fun at the same time. All the kids love it and interect so well together. Its so nice to have such a flexible, nice club for him to be a part of. I highly recommend joining your kids or even yourself as they offer so many classes.

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Posted 10 months ago
Debs Mumford

When my 5 year old child started learning Karate with SKMA he lacked confidence with physical things, refusing to ride a bike, learn to swim or even go down a slide. Within months he was doing all those things. Sean and his amazing team gave him the confidence he needed and now he knows that he’s capable of achieving anything he puts his mind to. Whenever my child leaves the Dojo they are buzzing, it is a great tonic for his mental health. He has gone in after a bad day not happy at all and come out completely cured of whatever affected his day. I’m so grateful to everyone at SKMA they understand kids and get the best out of them. I’m tempted to sign up myself!

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Posted 10 months ago