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Martial Arts · Cardiff
Martial Arts in Cardiff
10 martial arts studios to discover.
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Cardiff's combat sports scene is more spread out than you might expect. Of the eight studios listed here, you'll find them scattered across residential neighbourhoods rather than concentrated in the city centre — from PT Martial Arts in Grangetown to Craig Ewers Academy in Fairwater, which covers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, and MMA under one roof. Radyr and Morganstown, further out to the north-west, is home to Aikido Cardiff: Aikido Gakko Ueshiba, one of the fewer traditional aikido schools in the Welsh capital. Disciplines on offer across the city range from karate and judo through to mixed martial arts. This page brings together the full list of Cardiff's boutique martial arts studios, with locations, specialisms, and ratings to help you find the right fit.
10 gyms & studios
All 10 martial arts studios in Cardiff
- Craig Ewers Academy — Fairwater
- Karate Kids Cardiff — Rhiwbina
- Pt Martial Arts — Canton
- Aikido Cardiff: Aikido Gakko Ueshiba — Radyr and Morganstown
- Reaction Martial Arts — Trowbridge
- Cardiff Judo Academy Cyf — Castle
- Cardiff Martial Arts — Llandaff North
- Ultimate Fitness Centre — Roath
- Cardiff Central Martial Arts — Splott
- TaeKwonDragon — Aber Valley
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Frequently asked questions about martial arts in Cardiff
How many martial arts studios are there in Cardiff?
There are 10 martial arts studios in Cardiff. They are spread across several areas, including Fairwater, Grangetown, Radyr and Morganstown, and Trowbridge, offering a range of disciplines from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo to Aikido and Karate.
Which areas of Cardiff have the most martial arts studios?
The areas with the highest concentration of martial arts studios in Cardiff include Castle, Fairwater, Grangetown, Llandaff North, and Radyr and Morganstown. Fairwater is home to Craig Ewers Academy, which covers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, and MMA.
What are some of the best-known martial arts studios in Cardiff?
Well-known martial arts studios in Cardiff include Craig Ewers Academy in Fairwater (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, MMA), Karate Kids Cardiff in Rhiwbina, PT Martial Arts in Grangetown, Aikido Cardiff in Radyr and Morganstown, and Reaction Martial Arts in Trowbridge.
Are martial arts classes in Cardiff suitable for beginners?
Yes, several Cardiff studios cater specifically to beginners and younger participants. Karate Kids Cardiff in Rhiwbina focuses on children, while Aikido Cardiff and Craig Ewers Academy in Fairwater both offer structured programmes that accommodate those with no prior experience in their respective disciplines.
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