Total Combat Academy
5.0(120)
Martial Arts · Leicester
Martial Arts in St Matthew's
5+ martial arts studios in St Matthew's, Leicester.
St Matthew's has a compact but varied martial arts scene, with five studios covering a broad range of disciplines and experience levels. Total Combat Academy and Total Combat Martial Arts & Fitness both hold strong local reputations, while Children's Mantis Kung Fu brings a specialist focus on younger practitioners. The area also offers something less common in Leicester: Capoeira Senzala, which teaches the Brazilian martial art alongside its cultural roots. Use this page to browse studios, compare disciplines, and find class options that suit your schedule and experience.
All 5 martial arts studios in St Matthew's
Other categories in St Matthew's
Guides on martial arts
All guides
Calisthenics for beginners — and where to train it in the UK
What calisthenics actually is, how it differs from a normal gym session, and where in the UK to find dedicated calisthenics coaching.
Martial arts for beginners: how to pick a discipline and a gym
A plain-English guide to choosing between BJJ, boxing, Muay Thai, kickboxing, judo, karate and MMA as an adult beginner in the UK — and how to judge a gym on your trial class. Uses live listing data from 1,680 martial arts clubs across Britain.
BJJ for beginners — how to start Brazilian jiu-jitsu and pick a club
Brazilian jiu-jitsu is a grappling art with no strikes, where technique beats size. Here is what the first month looks like and how to choose a club.
Frequently asked questions about martial arts in St Matthew's
How many martial arts studios are there in St Matthew's, Leicester?
There are five martial arts studios listed in St Matthew's. These cover a range of disciplines including mixed martial arts, kung fu, capoeira, and combat fitness, making the area a reasonable base for anyone looking to train in Leicester without travelling far across the city.
Which martial arts studios in St Matthew's are best rated?
Both Total Combat Academy and Children's Mantis Kung Fu hold a 5.0 star rating, making them the highest-rated studios in the area. Children's Mantis Kung Fu specialises in younger students, so the best choice depends on your age group and the discipline you want to train in.
Is there anywhere in St Matthew's to learn martial arts as a complete beginner?
Impact Combat and Total Combat Martial Arts & Fitness both cater to mixed ability groups, which typically includes beginners. Capoeira Senzala Leicester is also worth considering if you want to start from scratch, as capoeira classes generally accommodate newcomers with no prior martial arts background.
Are there martial arts classes for children in St Matthew's?
Yes. Children's Mantis Kung Fu is dedicated specifically to younger students and teaches traditional Mantis-style kung fu. It holds a 5.0 star rating. Total Combat Academy may also offer junior sessions — it is worth checking directly with individual studios for current age group availability and timetables.