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Welcome To
The Combat Academy
The Combat Academy is one of the UK’s fastest-growing martial arts organisations, with locations in Barnsley, Chesterfield, Claycross, Rotherham, Sunderland, Burton, Wath and Sleaford.
Our mission is simple: to help students of all ages grow in confidence, fitness and focus through expert martial arts coaching in a friendly, supportive environment.
Whether you’re 4 or 40, a complete beginner or an experienced athlete, you’ll find a place here. Start with a FREE taster session and see what makes us different.
Our
Locations
The Combat Academy is one of the fastest growing Martial Arts schools in the UK. You can access our unique brand of Martial Arts & Personal Development training in the following locations.
Our
Mission
It is our mission to share the benefits of quality Martial Arts tuition as far and wide as possible so that everyone may enjoy the personal, social and emotional growth that can occur through the learning and challenge that Martial Arts provides.
It is our belief that Martial Arts is not only a tool utilised for the development of physical abilities and mental fortitude. Much more than this; we believe that commitment to the Martial Arts journey can help an individual build confidence, improve communication skills and develop social and emotional resilience while gaining achievement and acceptance.
Meet the
Team
Our staff team are a home grown collective of dedicated, positive, passionate and successful individuals who believe in and have benefitted from the life changing power of Martial Arts.
Mick
Crossland
Mick is the former ICO World Super Middleweight kickboxing Champion and has over 30 years experience training in various martial arts including Kickboxing, Boxing, Muay Thai & Karate.
Tommy
Crossland
Tommy is former British, European & World Amateur K1 Kickboxing Champion and is currently one of the Rising Stars of the UK’s Professional K1 Kickboxing scene.
Nathan
Hill
Nathan is one of our most beloved coaches. He is known for his enthusiasm and positive energy which helps create self-belief and confidence in all students who encounter him.
Gasan
Gindra
Gasan Gindra as he is affectionately known throughout the kickboxing world is one of the most recognised and exciting talents on the UK Kickboxing scene.
Callum
Cope
Callum is an active and highly successful K1 & Full Contact Kickboxing competitor. He is a hard working and committed young man who has dedicated his life to Martial Arts.
Owen
Deakin
Owen Deakin is a martial artist of the highest order with a host of accomplishments and a growing body of experience to his name. Owen has studied Martial Arts with The Combat Academy since 2013 and continues to learn, grow and improve his craft.
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Our son Teddy, who is 7 years old, has absolutely flourished since joining. His confidence, discipline, fitness and kickboxing ability have improved beyond anything we could have imagined. Every week he looks forward to training, and watching him grow both as a kickboxer and as a young lad has been incredible.
A huge thank you to Gasan, Blaine, Guyvin and all of the instructors. The passion, patience and dedication they show to every child is second to none. They know exactly how to get the very best out of each student, making every session fun, challenging and rewarding. Teddy is flying under their guidance, and we’re so grateful for everything they do.
A special mention also has to go to Nikki, the centre manager. She is one of the friendliest, most welcoming people you’ll ever meet and will genuinely bend over backwards to help you and your family achieve your goals. Nothing is ever too much trouble, and she makes everyone feel like part of the Combat Academy family from day one.
What makes this place so special is the atmosphere. It’s supportive, encouraging and full of people who genuinely want to see each other succeed. It’s much more than a martial arts gym—it’s a community.
If you’re looking for somewhere that will help build confidence, respect, resilience and life skills while learning from exceptional coaches and amazing people, then The Combat Academy Barnsley is the place to be. We couldn’t be prouder to be part of it.
This community help me grown and do thing I never thought I could.
From the coaches , staff and team mates they have all helped me get to this point .
Could not recommend enough
Give it a go , you will not be disappointed.
Our son Teddy, who is 7 years old, has absolutely flourished since joining. His confidence, discipline, fitness and kickboxing ability have improved beyond anything we could have imagined. Every week he looks forward to training, and watching him grow both as a kickboxer and as a young lad has been incredible.
A huge thank you to Gasan, Blaine, Guyvin and all of the instructors. The passion, patience and dedication they show to every child is second to none. They know exactly how to get the very best out of each student, making every session fun, challenging and rewarding. Teddy is flying under their guidance, and we’re so grateful for everything they do.
A special mention also has to go to Nikki, the centre manager. She is one of the friendliest, most welcoming people you’ll ever meet and will genuinely bend over backwards to help you and your family achieve your goals. Nothing is ever too much trouble, and she makes everyone feel like part of the Combat Academy family from day one.
What makes this place so special is the atmosphere. It’s supportive, encouraging and full of people who genuinely want to see each other succeed. It’s much more than a martial arts gym—it’s a community.
If you’re looking for somewhere that will help build confidence, respect, resilience and life skills while learning from exceptional coaches and amazing people, then The Combat Academy Barnsley is the place to be. We couldn’t be prouder to be part of it.
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