The Martial Arts Life Skills Project

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Category: Martial Arts
Location: Pennington Green, Wigan

The Martial Arts Life Skills Project (M.A.L.S) is a charitable organisation established in 2024 in Wigan, dedicated to helping young people and vulnerable adults develop key life skills through martial arts.

Founded by sport and exercise psychologist Tish Allsopp, the project funds places in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai classes across multiple venues, including Majestic Gym in Wigan, Henshall BJJ in Newton Heath, and Skem Muay Thai & Martial Arts Centre in Skelmersdale. Access is through a referral process, making martial arts training accessible to those who need it most.

Opening hours

Mon: Closed
Tue–Wed: 12:30-20:00
Thu: 12:30-20:30
Fri: Closed
Sat: 13:00-17:30
Sun: 09:00-12:30

Classes

Muay ThaiBrazilian Jiu JitsuMMAX-fit

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Frequently asked questions about The Martial Arts Life Skills Project

What are the opening hours at The Martial Arts Life Skills Project?

The Martial Arts Life Skills Project is open Mon Closed, Tue–Wed 12:30-20:00, Thu 12:30-20:30, Fri Closed, Sat 13:00-17:30, Sun 09:00-12:30.

What kind of training does The Martial Arts Life Skills Project offer?

At The Martial Arts Life Skills Project you will find martial arts.

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