What martial arts can you learn in North Shields?

North Shields has a wide spread: Brazilian jiu-jitsu at Serenity Jiu Jitsu, kickboxing and karate at Tempest Martial Arts, taekwondo with UKTC at The Parks Sports Centre, judo and Tang Soo Do at the Mariners' Lane community centre, and amateur boxing at Marden ABC.

Are martial arts classes good for children?

Yes. Martial arts are among the best activities for children, building fitness, coordination, confidence and, importantly, discipline and respect. Most North Shields clubs run dedicated children's classes, such as taekwondo's Little Tiger Cubs for the youngest, in a structured, supportive environment.

Which martial art should I choose?

It depends on your goals. Brazilian jiu-jitsu focuses on grappling and ground work, kickboxing and karate on striking, taekwondo on dynamic kicking and belt grading, and boxing on fitness and technique. Most North Shields clubs welcome beginners with a free taster, so it is worth trying one or two.

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Martial Arts in North Shields

Brazilian jiu-jitsu, kickboxing, taekwondo, judo and amateur boxing: a guide to the martial arts clubs of North Shields, for children and adults alike.

North Shields.live·11 September 2026

For a town of its size, North Shields has a genuinely rich martial arts scene, with dedicated clubs covering everything from Brazilian jiu-jitsu and kickboxing to taekwondo, judo and amateur boxing. Few activities do as much for fitness, discipline and confidence, for children and adults alike, and there is a club here to suit almost anyone. Here is our guide to martial arts in North Shields.

Serenity Jiu Jitsu

On Norham Road, Serenity Jiu Jitsu is a dedicated Brazilian jiu-jitsu academy teaching the grappling art to all ages, with children's, adult and women-only classes as well as regular open mats. As a proper standalone gym rather than a hired hall, it offers structured, progressive coaching in a friendly setting, and free intro sessions make it easy to try.

Best for: Best for: dedicated Brazilian jiu-jitsu and grappling.

Tempest Martial Arts

For striking arts, Tempest Martial Arts at Coble Dene teaches kickboxing and karate to children and adults, with separate classes through the week and free taster sessions. Its family-friendly approach builds fitness, coordination and confidence through structured grading, making it a strong choice for youngsters and grown-ups starting out.

Best for: Best for: kickboxing and karate for the whole family.

Taekwondo, judo and more

UKTC Taekwondo runs classes at The Parks Sports Centre for all ages, from Little Tiger Cubs for the youngest children up to adults, teaching the dynamic, belt-graded Korean art. Over at the Tyne Youth and Community Centre on Mariners' Lane you will find judo with The Parks Judo Club and Korean martial arts with Jeonsa Tang Soo Do, giving the town an unusually wide spread of disciplines.

Boxing

North Shields also has a proper boxing tradition. Marden Amateur Boxing Club at Thompson Hall in Marden is a community amateur club welcoming all ages and abilities, from complete beginners after a full-body workout to competitive amateur boxers. Majestic Boxing runs sessions in the area too.

Choosing a club

The best approach is to try a taster session and see which discipline and instructor suit you, and for children especially, martial arts offer a brilliant mix of exercise, focus and confidence. For more local activity, see our guides to yoga in North Shields and the best gyms in North Shields.

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