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BMABA Registered Martial Arts Club – Fully Licensed, Fully Insured, Fully Accredited, Fully SAFE!

Modern Martial Arts has a GOLD STANDARD Regulation-Ready status for excellence in governance, safeguarding, compliance, and best practice. This means we are one of the SAFEST clubs in the UK for you or your children to train at.

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MODERN MARTIAL ARTS

Welcome to Modern Martial Arts in Barnsley – Kickboxing, Karate & Martial Arts Training for All Ages

Welcome to Modern Martial Arts, Barnsley’s leading martial arts academy offering expert training in Kickboxing, Karate, and Kobudo. Our professional instructors deliver high-quality classes for children and adults, including our popular Little Champions program for ages 3–5.

Whether you’re looking to improve fitness, learn self-defence, build discipline, or help your child grow in confidence, our fully equipped dojo provides the perfect training environment. With flexible class times, experienced coaches, and a friendly community, Modern Martial Arts is the ideal place to begin or continue your martial arts journey.

Start your free trial today and experience why so many families choose Modern Martial Arts.

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'All the staff at MMA are fantastic and are good teachers. I would highly recommend.'
Leanne
Barnsley
'Overall, this place is great for all fitness levels, a fantastic way to challenge yourself, suitable for any age group and a great way to meet new people in a friendly environment. Give it a go, I promise, you'll not be disappointed.'
Catherine
Barnsley
'My grand daughter trains here and she loves it the staff are pleasant as well. Would refer them to any one it is an excellent environment for kids to learn not just life skills but respect as well. This is a great gym for your kids.'
Kevin
Barnsley
'The best place to train in Barnsley. Allows you to develop as an individual and doesnt expect you to all be the same like other clubs in the area.'
Ryan
Barnsley
'Best place in Yorkshire by far friendly people professional approach always happy to help.'
Mark
Barnsley
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About Us

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Since opening our doors in 2010, Modern Martial Arts has grown from strength to strength, becoming a place where families, children, and adults can all discover the benefits of martial arts together. What began as a small dojo has evolved into a thriving community, offering a blend of Muay Thai–style kickboxing, Western boxing, mixed martial arts training, Okinawan weaponry, and traditional Okinawan Karate.

We’re proud to offer classes for all ages. Our Little Champions program, specially designed for 3–5 year olds by education specialists, gives children the perfect introduction to martial arts in a fun, structured, and confidence-building way. As children grow, they can move through our junior, cadet, and adult programs – finding challenge, fitness, and a supportive community at every step.

Our instructors are passionate about bringing the very best back to our students. That’s why we regularly travel (several times a year) to Okinawa, Mainland Japan, and Thailand to train with some of the world’s leading martial arts masters. By doing so, we ensure that every class blends authentic first-hand knowledge with our ethos of modern, family-friendly teaching.

At MMA, we’re more than a martial arts school – we’re a family. Whether you’re 3 or 93, beginner or advanced, you’ll always find encouragement, support, and a warm welcome on our mats.

Why Choose Us?

Supportive Family Friendly Community

Train with welcoming instructors who push you to succeed and excel

Serious Fitness Gains

Burn fat, build strength and improve flexibility

Better Discipline and Focus

Perfect for staying sharp in and out of the dojo

Stress Busting training

Get a 'good sweat' in every session, hit pads, clear your head, feel amazing