Classes
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Nervous? Perfect. Whether you’re brand-new or returning after a break, Warrior Spirit Martial Arts is a friendly, down-to-earth place to get moving, learn practical self-defence, and join a supportive community. Beginners are welcome any time – you don’t have to wait for a special intake.
What to expect (at a glance)
- Adults: fitness you can actually enjoy, practical skills, and a relaxed vibe – light, controlled sparring only when you’re ready.
- Children: age-appropriate classes that build confidence, focus and kindness – Little Warriors (4–6) and Junior Warriors (7–15).
- Our approach: practical self-defence rooted in karate, enriched with padwork, clinch and grappling; kata with real-world bunkai; pressure-testing safely.
For adults starting (or starting again)
Starting something new can feel intimidating. We make the first steps easy: friendly coaching, clear progress, and options that respect your comfort level. You’ll learn striking and padwork first, add drills for clinch and grappling, and only move into light, controlled sparring when you feel it’s right (but it’s entirely your choice – some prefer not to spar, and that’s OK). Expect a solid workout, stress relief, and practical self-defence skills.
Why adults choose us
- Practical, real-world focus (not just sport points).
- Holistic training across ranges: striking, clinch, takedowns, groundwork.
- Train at your pace; no one-size-fits-all intensity.
For children beginning karate
Kids thrive here. We keep it fun, structured and age-appropriate:
Little Warriors (4–6): games and exercises that build balance, coordination and confidence.
Junior and Cadet Warriors (7–15): exciting, progressive training with life skills like focus, respect and resilience.
Parents tell us they love the warm, family atmosphere and how their children grow in self-control, concentration and respect.
Returning to martial arts?
If you trained years ago (or months!) and want to ease back in, we’ve got you. Tell us your goals and any past niggles; we’ll help you rebuild timing, confidence and conditioning with controlled intensity and clear milestones.
How we train (our ethos)
We honour karate’s original, practical purpose – functional self-defence – while drawing useful principles from Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Aikido and Boxing. You’ll see that in our padwork, clinch control, takedowns and groundwork. We treat kata as a blueprint, unlocking applications through bunkai (analysis) and oyo (application), then pressure-test safely to make skills usable.
We’re proud to operate within a trauma and mental-health-informed framework, fostering a genuinely safe, understanding environment
Where & when
Train at our dojos in Llangefni and Deganwy (Conwy). Check the Timetable for current class times, and pick what suits you – then book a FREE trial.
Locations
Bridge Street, Llangefni LL77 7PN • Ysgol Deganwy, Park Drive, Deganwy LL31 9YB.
Ready to begin?
Start with a FREE trial lesson, come see the dojo, meet the team and try a session. No experience is needed; just wear comfortable clothing and bring water.
FAQs
Can I start any time? Yes – beginners can join throughout the year.
Will I have to spar? Only when you’re ready, and always in a light, controlled way with appropriate supervision. Sparring is entirely optional.
Do you teach practical self-defence? Yes – our curriculum emphasises functional skills across striking, clinch and grappling, plus kata applications.