Northants Kickboxing Organisation
4.7(13)
Martial Arts · Northampton
Martial Arts in Northampton
10 martial arts studios to discover.
Last updated
Northampton has a modest but established combat sports scene, with around 10 dedicated training venues spread across the town. BST Academy and Northants Kickboxing Organisation both hold strong reputations locally, each rated 4.7 by their members, while Endurance Martial Arts Academy offers another option for those exploring the discipline for the first time. Kingsthorpe is one neighbourhood worth noting if you are looking at options north of the town centre. The offer ranges from kickboxing and striking arts through to broader martial arts programmes, with several academies running structured grading pathways — Proaction Martial Arts being a notable example. This page brings together the current listings so you can compare locations, specialisms, and ratings before deciding where to train.
10 gyms & studios
All 10 martial arts studios in Northampton
- Northants Kickboxing Organisation
- Endurance Martial Arts Academy
- GKR Karate Northampton — Far Cotton and Delapre
- The StrikeBox — Semilong
- BST Academy
- Proaction Martial Arts (Bedford)
- Proaction Martial Arts (Coventry)
- Proaction Martial Arts (Grading)
- Proaction Martial Arts (Milton Keynes)
- Proaction Martial Arts (Northampton)
Other categories in Northampton
Martial Arts in other cities
Frequently asked questions about martial arts in Northampton
How many martial arts studios are there in Northampton?
There are 10 martial arts studios in Northampton. These include well-known options such as BST Academy, Northants Kickboxing Organisation, and Endurance Martial Arts Academy, offering a range of disciplines from kickboxing to mixed martial arts across the town and surrounding areas.
Which area of Northampton has the most martial arts studios?
Kingsthorpe is the area of Northampton with the highest concentration of martial arts studios. Its central-ish location within the town makes it a practical choice for residents across Northampton looking to train regularly without a lengthy commute.
What are the best-known martial arts studios in Northampton?
Some of the most established martial arts studios in Northampton include BST Academy, Northants Kickboxing Organisation, Endurance Martial Arts Academy, and Proaction Martial Arts, which operates across multiple venues. Each caters to different disciplines and experience levels, from complete beginners through to competitive fighters.
Is martial arts suitable for complete beginners in Northampton?
Yes, most martial arts studios in Northampton welcome complete beginners. Studios such as Endurance Martial Arts Academy and BST Academy typically offer introductory sessions or beginner-friendly classes. It is worth contacting your chosen studio directly to ask about trial classes, grading pathways, and any age or fitness requirements before joining.
Guides about martial arts
See all
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.
Hot yoga — how it actually works
What happens in a hot yoga class, why the heat, and what to expect the first time you try it in London.
CrossFit for beginners — what your first month actually looks like
On-ramp courses, WODs, scaling and the DOMS: what really happens in your first four weeks of CrossFit, what to bring, and how to pick a box that suits you.