Martial Arts for the Whole Family in Reading

BOOST YOUR CONFIDENCE, MASTER A SKILL, GET FIT, FEEL INCREDIBLE!

Join us at CT-Martial arts to learn how to stay safe while having fun! Begin your journey towards improved personal defence with our family-friendly martial arts classes.

Safe, friendly, effective Martial Arts classes in Reading

Offering a safe and friendly environment for students of all ages to learn not only Martial Arts and Self Defence, but also life skills that can be transferred into everyday life.

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OUR PROGRAMMES

LIL NiNJA

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DISCIPLINE

RESPECT

COORDINATION

This program, designed for our Lil Ninja squad of 4- to 7 year-olds, helps children grow by nurturing their self-confidence, encouraging self-discipline, and teaching them to respect themselves and others.

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JUNIORS

CONFIDENCE

TERNACITY

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Our Juniors Kickboxing class is designed to enhance confidence, self-control, focus, and concentration. Through engaging and dynamic training, kids develop valuable martial arts skills while building their self-esteem and discipline.

FOCUS

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FOCUS

ADULTS 13+

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RESPECT

TERNACITY

Our Adults & Teen program supports both your mental and physical development while teaching valuable martial arts skills. It's a great place to connect with like-minded individuals and learn essential self-defence techniques.

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LADIES ONLY

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RESPECT

TERNACITY

This dynamic program is designed to boost your fitness levels, enhance your confidence, and provide effective stress relief - all while enjoying the camaraderie of like-minded women. Our class offers a supportive and energizing environment for all levels of fitness

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GIRLS

SELF - DEFENCE

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RESPECT

TERNACITY

Our Girls-Only Self-Defense class is designed to empower young women with practical safety advice and awareness of potential dangers. The class teaches them how to recognize and avoid risky situations, as well as equips them with self-defense techniques to effectively escape hostile threats.

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SCHOOL CLUB

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GRADINGS

FUN & GAMES

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ALL THE ABOVE

Our school clubs provide morning and after-school martial arts classes tailored for students. These sessions offer a fun and engaging way for children to learn martial arts, develop discipline, build confidence, and stay active within the school environment.

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Classes are taught by experienced instructors who are on hand to push you to achieve your goals through personalised monitoring and a variety of proven routines, our instructors, therefore, work closely alongside you to maximse the benefits of our services.

New members are always welcome. Whatever your experience, your fitness level, your age!

Please see the individual class pages for more details.

LEARN .

Learn an array of both physical and mental skills from the outset of your martial arts journey. Learn to push your limits from dynamic kicks and explosive punching techniques to lifelong practical skills such as discipline, respect & courage, your boosting confidence, focus and developing leadership skills.

PROGRESS .

Progress through more challenging techniques, increasing your fitness, and perhaps reaching those weight goals that seemed unobtainable. Work your way up through our increasingly challenging grading syllabus on your way to earning the prestigious Black belt.

EVOLVE .

Evolve from the person who entered the Dojo as a beginner on your first session. Become better and stronger not only in Martial Arts but in every aspect of your life. EVOLVE into the best form of you possible.

Testimonials

“I have been training with Danny for 3 years and I still love the classes and the team . Can’t wait to get my black belt” — V. McAlpine - 14yrs

“Sometimes you have to be prepared to feel the pain while learning the arts!” — Terry Kemp - SEMA

“Great club, Great instructors and a great bunch of people”

— S. Cserfalvi-Young

“I highly recommend anyone to join the CT Martial Arts crew. Whether you are young or older, fit or not, strong and weak, Dan and the group will welcome you with open arms”. — L Murdoch

“This is a great club with great teachers and such a lovely group, my little boy always comes out happy and always enjoys the sessions. it’s deffinately helped his confidence grow”— Stacey