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🥋 WHY STRETCHING MATTERS — AT EVERY AGE! 🧘‍♂️Whether you’re 5 or 65, stretching is an important part of your martial art...
17/09/2026

🥋 WHY STRETCHING MATTERS — AT EVERY AGE! 🧘‍♂️

Whether you’re 5 or 65, stretching is an important part of your martial arts journey.

Flexibility isn’t just about being able to kick higher. Regular stretching can help us move more freely, maintain a good range of motion, and prepare our bodies for the movements we practise in class.

👧 For our younger students:
Stretching helps develop body awareness, mobility and good movement habits as they grow.

🥋 For teens and adults:
It can help maintain flexibility and mobility, support good movement patterns, and complement strength and martial arts training.

👨‍🦳 For our more experienced students:
Keeping mobile becomes increasingly valuable as we age. Gentle, consistent stretching can help us maintain our range of movement and continue enjoying the activities we love.

And remember — you don’t have to be naturally flexible to benefit from stretching! Flexibility develops gradually with consistency. The goal isn’t to force your body into a position; it’s to work within your own comfortable range and improve over time.

So whether you’re working towards that perfect high kick or simply wanting to move comfortably and confidently, make stretching part of your martial arts journey. 🥋💪

Stretch regularly. Move well. Keep training.

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10/09/2026

🥋 12 NEW STUDENTS. ONE BIG STEP FORWARD.

Since returning to school, 12 new students have already booked in to discover something we believe everyone should know:

You don’t need experience.
You don’t need to be super fit.
You don’t need to know anyone.

You just need to be willing to give it a go. ❤️

Our classes are for everyone — complete beginners, all ages, all abilities and all fitness levels. You’ll be welcomed, supported and made to feel part of the family from day one.

There’s a reason people choose Shipston-on-Stour Freestyle Martial Arts. We’re proud to provide a fantastic family martial arts programme where students can build confidence, discipline, fitness and friendships in a positive environment.

🔥 And right now, there’s never been a better time to start!

Book your FREE trial session and get the rest of September’s classes completely FREE.

🎽 Plus, if you continue with us, you’ll receive a FREE uniform at the end of September.

📍 Every Wednesday at 6:15pm
🏫 Shipston High School

DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO WOULD BENEFIT FROM FREESTYLE MARTIAL ARTS? 🥋

Maybe it’s a child who needs more confidence.
Maybe it’s an adult looking to get fitter and learn something new.
Or maybe it’s a family who would love to do something positive together.

Please share this post with them and let them know they can take advantage of this fantastic September offer too.

They don’t need to know anyone.
They don’t need any experience.
They just need to take that first step.

❤️ Everyone is welcome.

👉 Book your FREE trial today and come and see what makes our martial arts family so special!

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19/08/2026

Families of Shipston, what do you do on Wednesday evenings? 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Why not make it a night for the whole family to get active, learn something new and train together? 💪

Throughout August, we’re offering FREE training sessions at The Shipston High School, every Wednesday at 6.15pm.

🥋 Family-friendly training
👧 Children aged 5+ welcome
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Train together as a family
💥 All abilities welcome
🎉 And most importantly — have fun together!

Whether your child has never trained before or you’re already active as a family, come along and give it a go.

Let’s get Shipston families moving, learning and spending time together. ❤️

📍 The Shipston High School
🗓️ Every Wednesday throughout August
⏰ 6.15pm
💷 FREE

Bring the family. Bring your energy. Come and train with us!

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☀️ SUMMER HOLIDAY OFFER IS HERE! ☀️Looking for a fun, active and rewarding activity this summer? Why not make it somethi...
08/07/2026

☀️ SUMMER HOLIDAY OFFER IS HERE! ☀️

Looking for a fun, active and rewarding activity this summer? Why not make it something the whole family can enjoy together?

At Freestyle Martial Arts Shipston-on-Stour, we’re a family martial arts club, giving parents the opportunity to train in the same class as their children. It’s a fantastic way to spend quality time together while getting fitter, building confidence and learning new skills.

For just £36, your child can enjoy 6 weeks of martial arts training with everything they need to get started included. Parents are also welcome to join in and train too!

🥋 What’s included?
✅ FREE trial class first – no commitment
✅ 6 weeks of martial arts classes
✅ FREE official uniform (T-shirt, trousers & white belt)
✅ FREE 30-day insurance cover
✅ Ages 5+ welcome
✅ All abilities welcome – beginners are encouraged!

🌞 Going away on holiday?
No problem! We’ll extend your trial so you don’t miss out.

💪 Martial arts is a fantastic way to:
⭐ Build confidence
⭐ Improve focus and discipline
⭐ Make new friends
⭐ Learn respect and valuable life skills
⭐ Stay active during the summer holidays
⭐ Create lasting family memories by training together

📍 Classes take place at:
Shipston High School

🗓️ Class Times:
• Wednesdays – 6:15pm to 7:00pm

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Train together, grow together! Family discounts are available for fully enrolled members.

⚠️ Spaces are limited, so don’t wait!

📞 07500 827216
📧 [email protected]

Message our page or give us a call to book your FREE trial class today! 🥋💙

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06/07/2026

Hi everyone! Just a quick reminder that our class is tonight at 6:15pm instead of our usual Wednesday session.

We’ll be in the same location as usual. If you have any questions, just send me a message.

Looking forward to seeing you all tonight! 😊

Self-defence isn’t about learning how to hurt people — it’s about learning how to protect yourself 🛡️At Freestyle Martia...
30/04/2026

Self-defence isn’t about learning how to hurt people — it’s about learning how to protect yourself 🛡️

At Freestyle Martial Arts Shipston, we focus on building the confidence to say no in high-pressure situations 💬, recognising potential threats before they escalate 👀, and using communication and body language to defuse conflict 🤝

To many, martial arts might just look like punches and kicks 🥊 — but what we teach goes far beyond that. We teach awareness, control, and de-escalation 🧠

That being said, if there is no other option, you’ll have the skills and training to defend yourself 💪

Because a fight proves nothing. Getting home safe is what truly matters 🏡

19/03/2026

Here are a few simple steps to help make your front push kick stronger and more effective:

1️⃣ Start with a solid stance 🧍‍♂️ – Don’t stand too narrow. A stable base helps with balance and power.
2️⃣ Lift the knee first ⬆️🦵 – Bring the knee up before extending the leg. This helps with control and speed.
3️⃣ Drive the hips forward 🔄 – As the leg extends, push the hips forward and lean the shoulders slightly back to create a strong push.
4️⃣ Show the impact 💥 – Don’t just slowly place the foot out. There should be a clear, sharp push on contact.
5️⃣ Keep your guard up 🥊 – Hands up the whole time to protect yourself.
6️⃣ Recoil the kick ↩️ – Bring the foot back quickly after the push so you stay balanced and ready.

This kick is great for controlling distance 📏 and stopping someone moving forward 🚫➡️

Give it a try and let me know how you get on !

18/03/2026

Power in a backfist strike doesn’t come from the arm alone—it comes from the ground up, using your entire body as one connected system 💥

Stage 1: Build a Strong Base 🦵
Start with a solid, slightly wider stance. This gives you balance and stability, allowing your body to generate and transfer power effectively. If your stance is too narrow, you’ll be off balance and unable to fully drive through the strike ⚖️

Stage 2: Engage the Core and Rotation 🔄
The real power begins with your hips and shoulders. Rotate them together while keeping your eyes locked on the target 👀 This rotation is what loads the strike—think of it as coiling up energy before releasing it 🌀

Stage 3: Release the Strike 👊
As your hips and shoulders twist through, let the arm follow naturally. The arm isn’t the source of power—it’s the final link in the chain. Snap the backfist through the target, using the momentum generated from the ground up 💨

A good way to think about this is like a deadlift 🏋️‍♂️ If a weightlifter uses poor form, they risk injury and lose efficiency. And if they try to lift using only their arms, they’ll never generate enough power to move heavy weight. The same applies here—true power comes from using the whole body correctly, not just the arms 🔗

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Is there anything martial arts related you’d like help with—whether that’s flexibility stretches 🧘, power 💥, speed ⚡, techniques 🥋, or anything else you want to improve? 🤔

Thinking about coming along to Freestyle Martial Arts? 🥋We’ve put together answers to some of the most common questions ...
12/03/2026

Thinking about coming along to Freestyle Martial Arts? 🥋

We’ve put together answers to some of the most common questions we get asked to help you learn a bit more about what we do.

Still have a question? 🤔
Drop it in the comments below and we’ll be happy to answer it for you! 👇😊

Whether you’re a complete beginner or have trained before, everyone is welcome 💪

🥋 A Massive Congratulations to Everyone at Freestyle Martial Arts Shipston-on-Stour! 🥋We’d just like to say a huge well ...
04/03/2026

🥋 A Massive Congratulations to Everyone at Freestyle Martial Arts Shipston-on-Stour! 🥋

We’d just like to say a huge well done to all our students who achieved their new grades this term 👏

Everyone has worked incredibly hard over the past few months, and it truly showed — the grading resulted in some fantastic achievements all round. We’re very proud of each and every one of you! 💙

If you’re thinking about joining us, we are a friendly, family-based martial arts club welcoming students from age 5+.

📍 We train every Wednesday at 6.15pm📍 Shipston High School

Whether you’re looking to build confidence, improve fitness, or be part of a supportive community, we’d love to welcome you.

If you’d like more information or would like to book a FREE trial lesson, please send us a message — we’re happy to help! 💪🥋

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Shipston High School
Shipston On Stour
CV364DY

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6:15pm - 7pm

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