Martial Arts Classes in Manchester
Expert coaching in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, no-gi grappling, MMA, wrestling, boxing and kickboxing—with structured classes for complete beginners through to experienced competitors.
- Complete beginners welcome
- Adult, kids and teens classes
- Established 1999
Find the right class for you
You do not need previous martial arts experience to begin. Choose the style that interests you, or book a trial and our coaches will help you find the most suitable place to start.
Grappling
Learn takedowns, positional control and submissions through structured, practical training.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu · No-Gi · WrestlingStriking
Develop sound technique, fitness and confidence with coached pad work, drills and controlled sparring.
Boxing · KickboxingMixed Martial Arts
Combine striking, wrestling and ground fighting in a complete and progressive training programme.
All-Levels MMA · Beginners ProgrammeExplore our martial arts classes
Every programme is coached, progressive and suitable for people who are serious about learning—whether this is your first class or you already have years of experience.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Learn positional control, escapes and submissions through a structured programme suitable for beginners and experienced students.
Explore BJJ
Mixed Martial Arts
Combine striking, clinch work, takedowns and ground fighting in a complete system taught with clear technical progression.
Explore MMA
Kickboxing
Improve your punches, kicks, knees, defence and footwork through coached drills, pad work and controlled partner training.
Explore Kickboxing
Wrestling
Build reliable takedowns, balance, pressure and positional control for MMA, grappling and practical athletic development.
Explore Wrestling
Kids Classes
Build confidence, coordination and practical skills through structured Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and No-Gi classes for young athletes.
Explore Kids Classes
Beginners MMA Course
Start MMA alongside other new students with a structured six-week introduction to striking, wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
View Beginners CourseNew to martial arts?
You do not need to be fit, experienced or confident before you begin. Choose a regular trial class or start alongside other newcomers on our structured six-week Beginners MMA Programme.
Confidence · Skills · Community
Kids and teens martial arts in Manchester
Our young-athlete programme develops confidence, coordination, discipline and practical martial arts skills through structured, age-appropriate coaching in a welcoming environment.
Weekly Classes
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Wednesday
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Saturday
- No-Gi Grappling — Sunday
Or attend for £8 per session.
Continue Progressing
- Structured coaching and progression
- Build confidence and athletic ability
- Suitable training pathway into adult classes
Contact us to discuss the right classes.
Finding SBG Manchester
We are located on Sheffield Street in Manchester city centre, approximately five minutes on foot from Manchester Piccadilly Station.
Five Minutes From Piccadilly
Manchester Piccadilly railway station is approximately five minutes away on foot. Nearby tram stops also provide easy access from across Greater Manchester.
Convenient Local Parking
Pay-and-display parking is available directly outside the gym, with a large public car park opposite for additional spaces at busier times.
External Bicycle Parking
Bicycles can be secured to the railings outside the building. Please remember that bicycles are left there at the owner’s risk.
Attending a class? Ask at reception for the parking discount code, which currently reduces the nearby parking charge to £1 per hour.