Capoeira Ceara is a good school to learn this acrobatic martial art. The classes are a good size of…read morearound twenty people with a varying standard throughout. If you are new to the art Wilton (the teacher) will work you at your pace till you are fully integrated with the class. If you train three days a week you will quickly pick up this spectacular art. Your strength and agility will also radically improve.

I am so glad I found this class. I had been wanting to try Bagua Zhang for ages as it's a really…read moredeep internal martial art and I thought it would be a good complement to the other hard external styles I do. It seemed even better for being outside in Regent's Park - I really like training outside and it's not actually that cold even in winter. At first I wasn't sure how I'd manage to do a full day's training as the class goes all day, but It's actually been quite easy as it's not hardcore for the duration and we have a good break for lunch. The group is very sociable and goes out for meals together, it's good fun. I'd recommend this class for anyone who wants to try a martial art with a nice balance of both internal qi gong and practical external combat skills.

Real old school Taiji taught by one of the old masters. Not for the faint-hearted as the martial…read moreside is emphasised. Really exceptionally tough work out. The only authentic Taiji class I have encountered in the UK.

I have learnt Traditional Yang Style Tai Chi from here for a number of years. I have found the…read moreinstructors to be friendly and knowledgeable and also the opportunity to have contact with the master of the school who can clearly demonstrate some of the more esoteric qualities of the art. Well worth visiting if you are looking for qood quality tai chi.

Waste of time and money. Zero discipline. Master Alisson stands the entire class with his hands…read morefolded. He doesn't pay attention if someone does something wrong. Children get new ranks not because they know more but because their parents paid for it. I definitely don't recommend it.

Master Allison's CHI COMBAT SYSTEM classes are a great way to learn self defence which can be used…read morein real life situations. They teach you discipline, selfe respect and how to respect others. Helps to improve your concentration and gives you a postivie attitude to life. Suitable for every age group. Recommended!

Being a Tai Chi first-timer I was a bit nervous about the class as I joined the course a few weeks…read morein. But I shouldn't have worried as I was made to feel comfortable and got the extra attention I needed without feeling like I was holding up the class. I was given just the right amount of autonomy to figure out the stuff I could and gentle instruction to progress to ensure I got the most from the class. I even got a chance to feed back to other beginners how they were getting on in a constructive manner which was pretty confidence-boosting. The first part of the class was Tai Chi with some Qi Gong, which challenged my co-ordination, gave me a chance to relax and forget about the office, without any overt emphasis on meditation or religious aspects which I've found slightly uncomfortable at some Yoga institutions. The class left me feeling like I'd had a good physical workout as well as mentally relaxed. The second part of the class was some applications of the Tai Chi moves, performed at a higher intensity so I worked up a bit more of a sweat. It ended with punching some pads which reminded me that the gentle actions of the first half are really a martial art. Being quite an active sportsman I found Tai Chi very much on the relaxing side of sport. Far less painful than Yoga, this felt a very healthy way to spend a couple of hours after work. In terms of a beginner's class this studio was impossible to fault.

What is nice about this set of classes is that they are a fun mix of Chi Kiung (which is relaxing…read moreand somewhat meditative), martial application (martial art practice with others), and Taiji (something in between the two!). It is hard to describe, but that is why the classes are challenging everyone goes for different reasons and it is as much about personal experience as it is about learning different ways of moving to improve physical fitness. This class has a great feel to it and is a ideal setting for testing yourself to whatever limit you think you have. Some parts are physically demanding but there isn't an uncomfortable competitive atmosphere, so if you are struggling with something it could be flexibility, strength or balance it doesn't really matter. Making mistakes in front of each other is absolutely fine!

I'm not a local, but I am a frequent visitor for both camps/seminars and general training. My…read moreprimary martial art is BJJ, but I've tried some of their other sessions (MMA and even the Wing Chun!) during longer stays in London and enjoyed them. It's a nice group of people and they offer quality instruction. I'm a very experienced competitor in BJJ and a rusty hobbyist/essentially a beginner in striking arts and I've found people in both classes to be pleasant and accommodating. If you live in the area, I highly recommend the place.

Living in a large city can make you want to hit things which means it's good that I've found the…read moreToke Centre in London Bridge. Also known as the âHidden Gymâ as it's secluded behind the main street and you wouldn't ât know it was there unless told, it is a solid gym with two padded dojo's and one large room of gym equipment. The gym plays host to a variety of Martial arts which cater for all levels and many classes have as large a female following as men. There are also lots of classes for kids with some top class instructors which your kids will love and will keep them fit. The showers in the men's aren't great, I have no knowledge of the women's, but the classes and level of instruction are good enough to overcompensate.

Tokei Martial Arts & Fitness centre has become a leading light in martial health over the years…read more They have a good array of classes, both hard and soft styles. The inclusion of yoga and pilates has been very popular. It is the martial arts though that is the draw. For one monthly fee of £29.95 you can enjoy the full list of classes including karate, wrestling, kickboxing and many, many more. The karate taught by Orlando is especially good. His style is Kyokushin. He was recently over at the World Championships in South Africa competing with several of his students. There is also a well equipped gymnasium that you can use which is included in the membership. If you are interested in martial arts this is a must see place.