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Martial Arts Classes in Clay Cross for Kids, Teens & Adults

Looking for a Friendly, Supportive Place to Start Your Martial Arts Journey? Discover Our Small School with a Big Heart – Empowering Clay Cross Families Through Martial Arts, Est 2025

The Combat Academy Clay Cross may be our newest and smallest location, but it’s built on everything that’s made our schools trusted by families across the UK – expert coaching, strong values, and a focus on personal growth through martial arts.

Led by the passionate and experienced Senior Instructor Vinnie McClean, our Clay Cross team delivers high-quality, high-energy martial arts classes in a welcoming, down-to-earth environment where everyone feels seen, supported, and inspired.

Whether you're looking to help your child gain confidence, or you're ready to try something new yourself – we’d love to meet you.

Why Choose The Combat Academy?

  • Small, friendly classes with personal attention
  • Positive, safe space for kids and adults to learn and grow
  • Focus on life skills, confidence, and long-term development
  • Expert coaching from a passionate, experienced instructor
  • Backed by a trusted national network of Martial Arts schools

REACH YOUR FULL POTENTIAL

Little Ninjas (Ages 4 - 7)

Fun, structured classes that help young children develop listening skills, balance, focus, and confidence in a supportive setting.

Juniors (Ages 8-12)

Our junior students learn respect, discipline, self-control and fitness – all while building real friendships and having a blast.

Ready to Begin?

Whether you’re looking for your child’s first martial arts experience or want something new for yourself, Clay Cross is the perfect place to start.Book your FREE Taster Session today and take your first step with us.

Teens & Adults

Want to feel fitter, more confident, or learn something new? Our adult classes are an empowering way to improve your mindset, movement, and mental strength.

Fighter Training

As we grow, we plan to introduce advanced training options for those who want to push their limits or compete.

The Combat Academy - Clay Cross

Unit 18 Broombank Park, Industrial Estate, Chesterfield, S41 9RT

Free onsite Parking

Easy access via public transport

01246451082

claycross@thecombatacademy.org.uk

We offer a growing schedule of weekly classes for kids, teens and adults – with more to come as the school expands! Try it for yourself with a FREE Taster Session – We will guide you every step of the way!.

Monday9am - 9pm
Tuesday9am - 9pm
Wednesday9am - 9pm
Thursday9am - 9pm
Friday9am - 7pm
Saturday9am - 1pm
SundayClosed

What Our Members Say

4.9
Based on 36 reviews
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Elaine Baines
20:13 17 Sep 24
My son went for his first session today, the staff were fantastic really made my son feel welcome and included him. Ge really enjoyed it .The students younger and older all very friendly and acknowledged my son so he felt at ease . Thankyou all
Steph D
21:11 10 Sep 24
Karen Rowley
21:55 22 May 24
abigail whitton
19:21 28 Mar 24
Amazing staff and the kids love it!
Gregory Coppenhall
12:06 16 Mar 24
Great training, great trainers and great facility. Couldn't recommend it more.
Lisa H
10:24 12 Mar 24
Really great welcoming club, super workout for kids and adults alike. Friendly helpful staff, and reasonable pricing.
Kev Levers
22:34 09 Mar 24
My son started the little ninjas about 3 years ago and is now in positive start and loving it I would definitely recommend this gym the staff and members are amazing
David
19:40 02 Feb 24
Did the beginner course. Can't recommend enough. Friendly atmosphere. Went in feeling quite anxious and was made to feel welcome.
Tobias Bromley
00:48 18 Jan 24
What an incredible experience! Me and my nearly 4 year old son had a taster session for ninja tots..wow!! The instructor was absolutely fantastic and totally engaging with my son, I have not seen my son that happy and disciplined ever..on our way home I asked if he’d liked to go again next week.. his reply., I want to go again tomorrow.. incredible staff, facilities and professionalism.. perfect 👌
Anthony Galloway
01:18 13 Jan 24
Had a disappointing experience. I am currently looking for a club and the club looked excellent from the website and all the reviews however, the site doesn't list class times or prices. Pretty vital for a new comer.

Enquired on the online form for these details. And also sent a text after finding the Facebook page.

Got an auto text from the form on the site saying they sent me more details via email - didn't receive.

Had an unprofessional reply on the text I sent which had kisses? Anyway, in order to have the info I was offered a call, but when I asked if info could be sent via email they said they didn't have email. When clearly the other text says it does?

Tried for 3 days to get basic info with no luck, so gave up and now seeking alternatives.

I was looking forward to joining too.