Leeds Samurai Martial Arts

28/08/2026

The summer holidays are nearly over, and it was good to see people starting to return to training this week.

The first weeks of September are a great time to start martial arts, or get back into training if you’ve been away for a while. With the new school year approaching, it’s a good opportunity to get back into a regular routine.

We train Japanese Jujitsu for children and adults in Leeds, with beginners always welcome. 🥋

21/08/2026

Congratulations to the Thurlby family on the passing of their grades keep up the hard work 💪 👏

13/08/2026

We are open and ready hope to see you soon

07/08/2026

A new belt. Another step forward. 🥋

Congratulations to one of our younger students on earning his red belt this evening.

Belts aren’t just about techniques. They recognise the effort, perseverance and confidence built week after week through regular training.

Well done. Keep working hard and enjoy the journey to the next one.

If you’ve been thinking about giving martial arts a try, now is a great time to start. We welcome beginners of all ages throughout the year.

📍 Leeds Samurai Martial Arts
🥋 Children and adults welcome
📩 Message us to find out more.

29/07/2026

Congratulations to everyone who graded last week! 🥋

Last week we awarded new belts and grades to some of our students. Whether they’ve earned their first red tag or have been training for years, every grading represents the hard work, determination and commitment they’ve put in over many months, and sometimes years.

It’s fantastic to see our students progressing and achieving something they can be proud of. Well done to everyone who took part, and thank you to our instructors and families for their continued support.

If you’re thinking about starting martial arts yourself, or you’re looking for a club for your child, we’d be delighted to tell you more. Beginners are always welcome, and your first 2 lessons are free.

📍 Thursday and Friday evening classes
📩 Send us a message to find out more or book your free first lesson.

18/07/2026

Well done to everyone this week who came and trained with us and a big congratulations on those who passed there gradings this week keep it up.

09/07/2026

The Dojo is open from 6-7pm we hope to see you there please bring some water to stay hydrated 😊

05/06/2026

25/05/2026

Thinking about trying Japanese jujitsu? 🥋

This is what one of our female members said in a survey we ran with the club. She's been training with us for just under a year.

It's not what most people expect when they think of martial arts.

Leeds Samurai Martial Arts has been teaching Japanese Jujitsu in Leeds since 1996. Adults and children train together in the same session. No competition. No egos. Just practical self-defence in a friendly, welcoming club.

When you arrive for the first time, someone will meet you, explain what's happening and make sure you're comfortable before anything starts. You go at your own pace.

First two sessions are completely free. Just turn up.

📅 Thursdays 6–7pm at John Smeaton Leisure Centre, LS15 8TA
📅 Fridays 6–7pm at Kippax Leisure Centre, LS25 7LQ

20/05/2026

Thinking about jujitsu for your child? 🥋

This is what one of our parents told us, unprompted, in a survey we ran with our members.

We hear it a lot. People come not knowing what to expect, and stay because of the people who teach and train at our club.

Leeds Samurai Martial Arts has been teaching Japanese Jujitsu in Leeds since 1996. Children, teenagers and adults all train in the same hall at the same time, so that's childcare sorted.

No competition pressure. No egos. Just real skills in a friendly, welcoming environment.

When your child arrives for the first time, someone will meet them, explain what's happening, and make sure they're comfortable before anything starts. They go at their own pace.

First two sessions are completely free, just turn up.

📅 Thursdays 6–7pm at John Smeaton Leisure Centre, LS15 8TA
📅 Fridays 6–7pm at Kippax Leisure Centre, LS25 7LQ