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Zen Combat Academy

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Zen Combat Academy is a martial arts and personal training gym in Bideford, welcoming people from all walks of life regardless of age, background or experience.

Led by Head Instructor Sifu Norm Willis — with over 40 years of martial arts training and 26 years in the security industry — the academy offers classes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Jeet Kune Do, Krav Maga, Judo, and Hatton Boxing, as well as children's martial arts classes, personal training, meditation, and personalised diet plans.

With no joining fee and flexible pay-as-you-train options, it trains members of the public as well as MOD, police, fire service, RAF, and military personnel.

Opening hours

Mon–Thu: 16:00-21:00
Fri: Closed
Sat–Sun: Closed

Classes

Brazilian JiuJitsuHatton BoxingJeet Kune DoJudoKrav Maga Self DefenceChildren's Martial Arts ClassesPersonal TrainingRebuild and RecoverMeditationSelf-defence course

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Frequently asked questions about Zen Combat Academy

How much does it cost to train at Zen Combat Academy?

Zen Combat Academy does not list fixed prices here, but it has an intro offer: Free initial consultation with Personal Trainer.

What are the opening hours at Zen Combat Academy?

Zen Combat Academy is open Mon–Thu 16:00-21:00, Fri Closed, Sat–Sun Closed.

What kind of training does Zen Combat Academy offer?

At Zen Combat Academy you will find martial arts.

Where you'll be

Bideford

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