Build confidence, fitness & self-defence skills in a fun, supportive community. Locations across Yorkshire. Our Story
Phoenix Martial Arts was founded by Mr and Mrs Walker—dedicated martial artists with over 50+ years of training experience and 16 years of teaching experience in Karate and Kickboxing across Yorkshire 🥋🥊. As a married couple 💑 and parents 👨👩👧👦, we understand the importance of discipline 🧠, confidence 💪, and community 🤝 in shaping young minds and supporting adults. What began as a small school was born from our own passion for martial arts ❤️. We experienced firsthand the life-changing benefits—physically 🏃, mentally 🧘, and emotionally ❤️—and felt a deep desire to pass those on. Over time, our passion became a mission: to help others feel what we felt. That mission grew, one student at a time, like a smile that’s infectious 😊—spreading confidence 🌟, strength 🛡️, and joy 🎉. Now, many of our own students have gone on to become instructors 🧑🏫 or run Phoenix locations 🔥 themselves, continuing the legacy and sharing the values that started it all. Phoenix Martial Arts has become more than a club—it’s a family 👨👩👧👦, a community 🫂, and a place where lives are transformed ✨. Our Philosophy
At Phoenix Martial Arts, we believe that martial arts is a journey of self-discovery 🧭 and personal growth 🌱. It’s not just about punches and kicks—it’s about building a strong body 💪, a focused mind 🧠, and a positive mental attitude ☀️ that can carry you through life’s toughest challenges. Just like the Phoenix 🔥, we believe in rising again—remaking ourselves as many times as we need to, and always striving to become the best version of ourselves 🌟. Whether you’re 4 or 64, beginner or black belt 🥋, we’re here to support you every step of the way as you grow in confidence 💥, resilience 🛡️, and inner strength 🧘. In every class, we encourage our students to push beyond their limits 🚀, to believe in themselves ✨, and to never give up 🥇. Because at Phoenix, we don’t just teach martial arts—we build character 🧠, mindset 🧭, and a community that lifts each other up 🙌. Knottingley Class Timetable
Held at Phoenix Martial Arts Knottingley –
Mondays
• 10:00–11:00am – Ladies Only Kickboxing ♀️🥊
• 11:15–12:15pm – Adult Karate 🧍♂️🥋
• 4:00–4:30pm – Ninja Tykes (Ages 3+) 🧒🐱👤
• 4:45–5:30pm – Kids Karate (Ages 4–7) 🥋
• 5:45–6:30pm – Kids Karate (Ages 7–13) 🥋
• 6:45–7:30pm – High Grade Kids Karate ⭐️🥋
• 7:45–8:45pm – Adult Kickboxing 🥊🔥
Wednesdays
• 10:00–11:00am – Adult Kickboxing 🥊
• 4:00–4:30pm – Kids Kickboxing (Ages 4–8) 👦🥊
• 4:45–5:30pm – Kids Kickboxing (Ages 8–12) 👧🥊
• 5:45–6:30pm – High Grade Kids Karate 🥋⭐️
• 6:45–7:30pm – Adult Kickboxing 🥊🔥
• 7:45–8:45pm – Adult Karate 🥋🧍♀️
Thursdays
• 10:00–11:00am – Ladies Only Kickboxing ♀️🥊
• 4:00–4:30pm – Ninja Tykes (Ages 3+) 🧒🐱👤
• 4:45–5:30pm – Kids Karate (Ages 4–7) 🥋
• 5:45–6:30pm – Kids Karate (Ages 7–13) 🥋
• 6:45–7:45pm – Adult Karate 🥋💪
Fridays
• 10:00–11:00am – Adult Kickboxing 🥊🔥
• 4:00–4:30pm – Kids Kickboxing (Ages 4–8) 👦🥊
• 4:45–5:30pm – Kids Kickboxing (Ages 8–12) 👧🥊
• 5:45–6:30pm – Kids Karate (Ages 7–13) 🥋
• 6:45–7:30pm – High Grade Kids Karate ⭐️🥋
• 7:45–8:45pm – Adult Kickboxing 🥊💪
Saturdays
• 9:15–10:00am – Kids Karate (Ages 4–7) 🥋🧒
• 10:15–11:00am – Kids Karate (Ages 7–13) 🥋👧
• 11:15–12:00pm – High Grade Kids Karate 🥋⭐️
• 12:30–1:30pm – Adult Karate 🥋🧍♂️
• 1:30–2:15pm – Kids Kickboxing (Ages 8–12) 🥊👦
• 2:30–3:00pm – Kids Kickboxing (Ages 4–8) 🥊🧒
