StandStrong Academy - self defence & martial arts

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  Kiran grewal

  I was looking for something for my son to be more active, thanks to Sam from standstrong Academy to give him chance with free classes.

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  Posted 1 month ago
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  Muggy McMugface

  My daughter has really enjoyed the sessions. Well run, great staff - would recommend

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  Posted 2 months ago
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  Chantelle Toni

  I’ve very recently joined standstrong but have absolutely loved the BJJ sessions, the group is incredibly friendly and everyone is so willing to slow things down into really manageable chunks! Sam and Ryan explain everything really well and are always really willing to come and help! As someone that had never done any form or martial arts/contact sport I can’t recommend standstrong enough, it’s been such a welcoming environment and really beginner friendly, whilst offering a challenge to those that are quite experienced! There’s also a good split of men/women on the mats which is so lovely!

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  Posted 3 months ago
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  Louise Cassell

  Young or old, whatever your ability, the Standstong Academy welcomes everyone. It's a super-friendly place, coaches are great, and it's all lead by the energy and enthusiasm of Sam and Hannah. I've been doing women's kick boxing off and on for 18 months - it's good for you mentally as well as physically, but in no way intimidating - more empowering. If you're thinking about trying martial arts, you couldn't find a better place to give it a go!

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  Posted 3 months ago
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  Jay Roerade

  I have been meaning to do Martial Arts for years and finally plucked up the courage to do trial sessions with the Stand Strong Academy. I tried kick boxing, self defence and Jiu Jitsu. I really liked them all and signed up to No Gi Jiu Jitsu for my first sessions. Sam, Hannah and Ryan have been awesome so far and really patient with me. Everyone involved is very welcoming and respectful to your level. I feel really lucky these guys are just down the road. They are building great community with a good knowledge of Martial Arts. Thanks for having me everyone :-)

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  Posted 3 months ago
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  Daisy Clark

  As a queer person into combat sports finding a place to train can be difficult at best. Training at StandStrong has been the exact opposite of that! I do both BJJ and Kickboxing classes and absolutely love it. The coaches I mainly have are Sam and Ryan who are both absolutely lovley and some of the best teachers I've had for anything ✨️ The community around the place is also wounderful. Everyone is learning and helping eachother to develop thier skills and there's not any ego around either. Absolutely great and comfortable place to train

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  Posted 4 months ago
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  Pete Saj

  I've been at StandStrong Academy since November 2024, and honestly, I absolutely love it here. Super glad I gave it a go! I've done other martial arts for years and fancied trying something new, I started the Kickboxing classes first, then added the Self-Defence programme (HKM) recently. The sessions are really well put together, loads of striking, kicking, pad work, footwork, and partner drills. Instructors Sam and Hannah are great; they're very knowledgeable and skilled martial artists. Joining has been massive for me—my Kickboxing and self-defence skills have levelled up noticeably, I'm way fitter overall, and my confidence has shot up too. Every class finishes with a few sparring rounds, which is brilliant for testing what you've just learned under pressure. The group's got people at all levels, so it suits beginners as well as more experienced. Everyone's friendly and respectful, and before you know it, you're making new friends. I'd recommend StandStrong Academy to anyone interested in learning a new skill, getting fitter, and meeting like-minded people, who share a passion for martial arts. Pete

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  Posted 7 months ago
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  Jenny Bunton

  What a fantastic place! Sam & the team really care about the young people training at Stand strong Academy. They make classes fun whilst encouraging them to develop self-confidence & self esteem, along with friendships that are unique. Amazing place

  Posted 1 year ago
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  Bob Isaperson

  Louis has previously attended a different MA group and has started Standstrong a month ago! As a parent I get such good vibes from Sam and the team. He absolutely loves it, and he’s making new friends, building his confidence and learning great life skills in a fun and controlled way. Louis attended his first activity day today, he had such a good time and hasn’t stop talking about it ! He can’t wait for the next one ☝️ Thank you team

  Posted 1 year ago
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  Tom Berry

  I joined StandStrong about a year ago as a complete beginner and have dabbled in their kickboxing, self defence and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu sessions. The instructors and other members have made it a great welcoming environment to join into. The groups are always a mix of ages, genders and skill levels. Every session tackles something new so we’re always kept engaged and learning. It’s a great place to improve your technique, your fitness, or just try some practical martial arts. I’d recommend this club to anyone; it’s an inclusive, friendly small business with loads to offer.

  Posted 1 year ago
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  Gemma B

  My daughter is 10 and has been attending the Junior Self Defence class for about 6 months. I initially looked up this type of class following some issues she was having at school (verbal rather than physical). The contact I received after my initial enquiry and throughout from the guys at StandStrong was amazing, really informative, understanding and welcoming. My daughter absolutely loves this class and I think it has given her a lot of confidence. The emphasis here in my opinion, is completely on self awareness, confidence and the ability to get yourself out of a situation should you need to, rather than to intimidate. I personally think, as a woman/young woman these are incredible skills, and skills that she will be able to utilise at any point in her life. The skills are taught through drills and games and Sam explains everything clearly at an age appropriate level. There is the option to attend the Junior classes 3 times a week, which I think is great. You pay a monthly fee and can attend as many or as few as you need each week. I would highly recommend.

  Posted 1 year ago
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  Ali Esmaeili

  I recently completed the self-defense course at StandStrong Academy , and I cannot recommend it enough. The coaches are truly amazing and professional, and I am so grateful for the knowledge and skills they have taught me. One thing that really impressed me about the course is that they keep the class sizes small. This means that the coaches can spend more time with each individual and give personalized attention to everyone. I really appreciated this, as it allowed me to get the most out of each class and learn at my own pace. Overall, I had an incredible experience with the them, and I fully intend to continue with them in the future. If you're looking for a top-notch self-defense course with expert coaches and personalized attention, I highly recommend StandStrong Academy

  Posted 3 years ago
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  Mehwish Alam

  Thanks for being trust to my children and I really appreciate and happy for birthday card which standstrong Academy send it to me and remember my kids birthday. Overall it's really good experience and my children are very happy

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  Posted 1 month ago