John Skillen Martial Arts and Fitness Centre
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Martial Arts · Loughborough
Martial Arts in Loughborough
5 martial arts studios to discover.
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Loughborough has a small but well-regarded combat sports scene, with five dedicated studios spread across the town and its surrounding villages. Shelthorpe accounts for the highest concentration, home to three venues including John Skillen Martial Arts and Fitness Centre and 360 Martial Arts & Boxing. Beyond Shelthorpe, Tora Judo Kai operates out of Shepshed, while LLS Karate - Barrow serves the village of Barrow upon Soar. Both John Skillen and LLS Karate hold perfect five-star ratings, suggesting consistent instruction rather than casual drop-in provision. Disciplines on offer range from karate and judo to boxing, so the options suit different training goals. This page lists all five studios with locations, ratings, and key details to help you compare what's available locally.
All 5 martial arts studios in Loughborough
- John Skillen Martial Arts and Fitness Centre — Shelthorpe
- Tora Judo Kai — Shepshed
- 360 Martial Arts & Boxing — Shelthorpe
- LLS Karate - Barrow — Barrow upon Soar
- Grantham Karate — Shelthorpe
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Frequently asked questions about martial arts in Loughborough
How many martial arts studios are there in Loughborough?
There are 5 martial arts studios in and around Loughborough. These include a mix of disciplines such as karate, judo, and boxing. Studios are spread across several areas, with Shelthorpe having the highest concentration, alongside options in Barrow upon Soar and Shepshed.
Which area of Loughborough has the most martial arts studios?
Shelthorpe has the highest concentration of martial arts studios in the Loughborough area, with three facilities: John Skillen Martial Arts and Fitness Centre, 360 Martial Arts & Boxing, and Grantham Karate. Barrow upon Soar and Shepshed each have one studio, LLS Karate and Tora Judo Kai respectively.
What are the best-known martial arts studios in Loughborough?
Among the most established martial arts studios in Loughborough are John Skillen Martial Arts and Fitness Centre and 360 Martial Arts & Boxing, both in Shelthorpe. LLS Karate in Barrow upon Soar and Tora Judo Kai in Shepshed are well-regarded for karate and judo training respectively.
Are martial arts classes in Loughborough suitable for beginners?
Most martial arts studios in Loughborough offer beginner-friendly classes. Studios such as John Skillen Martial Arts and Fitness Centre in Shelthorpe and LLS Karate in Barrow upon Soar typically provide structured beginner programmes across disciplines including karate, judo, and boxing, making them accessible to adults and children with no prior experience.
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